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Bible Studies

The Five Principles

Our core studies on faith and sport, built for athletes and teams.

Principle 1 · 6 studies

Audience of One

Six studies on seeing your sport as an act of worship instead of a stage for performance. Learn to turn from the idol of sport and compete for God alone.

Principle 2 · 5 studies

Inside Game

Five studies on what really drives you as an athlete, from the prodigal son to David and Goliath. Discover how finding your identity in Christ moves you from fear to freedom.

Principle 3 · 8 studies

Holy Sweat

Eight studies on training your faith the way you train for your sport. Explore the gospel, the Holy Spirit, God’s Word, prayer, community and the power of your story.

Principle 4 · 6 studies

Better Over Bitter

Six studies on facing injuries, losses and setbacks without growing bitter. See how God can use your hardest moments to help you grow.

Principle 5 · 5 studies

Victory Beyond Competition

Five studies on living and competing with eternity in mind. Learn to invest your time, talents and relationships in what lasts long after your playing days.

Book studies

Walk through a book of the Bible together, one week at a time.

Jonah · 4 weeks

Running From God

A four-week study through the book of Jonah on obedience, prayer, mercy and God’s provision. See how God uses people to reach people, even when they try to run.

Colossians · 6 weeks

Whatever You Do

A six-week study for athletes through Paul’s letter to the Colossians. Discover what it means to put Jesus first and honor Him in whatever you do.

Philippians · 8 weeks

Do All Things

An eight-week study for athletes on finding joy and contentment in Philippians. Learn how to press on, stand firm and find strength in Christ through every season.

Keep growing

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Reading plans

YouVersion plans

AIA reading plans in the Bible App, built for athletes.

Big questions

The AIA Principles

Five principles every athlete faces, with teaching videos.

Stories

Articles for athletes

Stories and articles on faith, identity and sport.

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