The Christ of Sports Ministry

In a world where the term “Christian” has become diluted and misunderstood, this book argues that one more title on sports ministry is indeed necessary. The label “Christian” originally meant “belonging to Christ,” yet many today fail to grasp its true essence and how it should shape every area of life—including athletics. Rather than vague cultural associations, authentic Christianity requires returning to Jesus Himself as the defining example and authority.

Through careful Christology—the study of who Christ is and what He taught—this book emphasizes that eternal life flows from intimately knowing the Father and the Son (John 17:3), not mere facts about Jesus but a deep, relational commitment that demands diligent study and obedience. It challenges coaches and athletes to reverse a common mindset: they are not coaches or athletes who happen to be Christians, but Christians who happen to coach or compete—placing Christ’s supremacy at the center. True obedience is impossible without first knowing Him deeply, making this Christ-centered focus essential for faith in sports.