The Wellspring of Life Initiative: Joy
A “Discipline for Godliness” Program for Athletes
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A Note to Coaches: What is Joy for an Athlete?
Week 1 — Defining Joy, Part I (Psalm 16:1-6)
Week 2 — Defining Joy, Part II (Psalm 16:7-11)
Week 3 — Yearning for Joy (Hebrews 12:1-3)
Week 4 — Laws that Bring Joy (Psalm 19:7-11)
Week 5 — Works of the Lord (Psalm 92)
Week 6 — Our Crown (1 Thessalonians 2:17-20)
Week 7 — Joy in the Face of Sorrow? (Psalm 86)
Week 8 — Requirements and Rewards (Isaiah 58:9b-14)
Week 9 — A Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:16-26)
Week 10 — Peace and Joy (Proverbs 12:16-20)
Week 11 — Remain in Him (John 15:5-17)
Week 12 — A Broken and Contrite Heart (Psalm 51)
Week 13 — Joy in Suffering (Job 2:12 - 3:3; 40:8-9; 42:2-3)
Week 14 — Confidence Produces Joy (Psalm 27)
Week 15 — Shout for Joy to the Lord (Psalm 100)
Appendix Athlete Self-Evaluation