10 Bible Verses about Athletes

Most Relevant Verses

2 Timothy 2:5

And if a person competes as an athlete, he is not awarded the victor's crown unless he competes according to the rules.

1 Corinthians 9:25-27

And everyone who [strenuously] competes in athletic events exercises self-control during training. Now they do this to receive a laurel wreath that withers, but we [do it to receive] a lasting crown. So, I run with a purpose and I fight that way [too]; I do not just shadow box. But I work out and get my body in shape [i.e., spiritually], so that after preaching to other people, I myself do not become disqualified [i.e., for winning the prize from God. See verse 24].

1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Or, do you not know that your [physical] body is a temple [i.e., sanctuary] for the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and who was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourselves, for you were bought [by God] for a price. So, honor God with your [physical] body.

Hebrews 12:11-13

No discipline seems pleasant, but painful, at the time [it is received], yet later on it produces a crop of peace and righteousness in [the lives of] those who have been trained by it. Therefore, [Prov. 4:26 says], "Strengthen your limp hands and weak knees; make straight paths for your feet," so that crippled limbs will not remain [permanently] disabled, but rather will be healed. [Note: The idea here is "remove all barriers to spiritual growth so you can live a faithful life"].

Knowing Jesus Everyday

Never miss a post