At Word of Life Bible Institute, sports are approached differently than in most other places. Instead of focusing on individual athletes, celebrating statistics, or concentrating on a winning record, WOLBI uses its sports teams as a ministry. The teams exhibit godly behavior throughout the game to show the other teams that there is something different in their lives. After the games, the team members talk to the other schools. By forming relationships and showing interest in other people’s lives, doors are opened to later share the Gospel. Some teams are also involved in prison ministries, and in March, the soccer and basketball teams all went to Chile. Though there is a big focus on ministry, the sports teams are still highly competitive and well-coached. They treat their games in a professional manner, bearing evidence that one can follow hard after God and still pursue the passion of their life. With their godly attitudes and competitive play, the sports teams are able to minister in a most unique way.
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