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The USG Blog
We've curated a set of articles to help you grow in your faith and in your career. From interviews with industry leaders to Bible studies, testimonies, and ministry reports, we hope these blogs will challenge and teach you.
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Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 74 min read
USG's Fall 2024 Reflection Scholarship Second Runner-Up Essay - Natalie Osborne
USG member Natalie Osborne was the second runner-up for the USG's 2024 Fall Reflection Scholarship. Preview her essay here.
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 33 min read
USG's Fall 2024 Reflection Scholarship Runner-Up Essay - William Bale
USG member William Bale was the runner-up for the USG's 2024 Fall Reflection Scholarship. Thank you, Will, for submitting your essay.
Uncommon Sports Group
Dec 24, 20243 min read
USG's Fall 2024 Reflection Scholarship Winner Essay - Alex Kaiser
USG member Alex Kaiser, Account Manager of Partnership Activation at the Charlotte Hornets, was the first-place winner of the USG's 2024 Fal
Noah Weiss
Oct 18, 20245 min read
How Can I Develop a Lifestyle of Generosity and Giving?
See how you can develop a lifestyle of generosity as a Christian working in sports.
Noah Weiss
Oct 4, 20246 min read
What Does the Parable of the Talents Teach About Stewardship?
See how the Parable of the Bags of Gold applies to your life as a Christian working in sports.
Noah Weiss
Sep 27, 20245 min read
Time Management Tips for Christians Working in Sports
Five time management tips to help Christians in sports make their faith a priority.
Noah Weiss
Sep 13, 20246 min read
How Can I Make Sense of Suffering?
Grow in your understanding of why God allows suffering.
Karlie Smith
Sep 6, 20242 min read
Praying in Public | Summer Devo Series #9
“Can I pray for you?” These five words carry a lot of weight, especially in places where hopelessness, anxiety, and darkness exist.
Karlie Smith
Aug 30, 20242 min read
Surrender It All | Summer Devo Series #8
Do we trust Christ enough to morning by morning give Him everything?
Noah Weiss
Aug 23, 20244 min read
How Can Christians Stay True to their Faith Amid Shifting Values?
In this blog, we guide Christians in sports on how to remain firm in their faith despite shifting cultural values.
Karlie Smith
Aug 16, 20241 min read
Pray without Ceasing | Summer Devo Series #7
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1...
Karlie Smith
Aug 2, 20242 min read
The Mind of Christ | Summer Devo Series #6
1 Corinthians 2:16 says, “For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he should instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.”
Karlie Smith
Jul 19, 20242 min read
Silent Prayer | Summer Devo Series #5
Often, the most impactful prayers can be found in a room where you can hear a pin drop. Why?
Karlie Smith
Jul 5, 20242 min read
Who Has Made Man's Mouth? | Summer Devo Series #4
You have spoken to Your servant; for I am slow of speech and tongue.” The Lord said to him, “Who has made man’s mouth?
Karlie Smith
Jun 21, 20242 min read
The Body | Summer Devo Series #3
The early church gave us the best example of how to live in fellowship, by the power of the Holy Spirit, post-resurrection, and pre-Jesus’ s
Karlie Smith
Jun 7, 20242 min read
Prayer In His Presence | Summer Devo Series #2
When we enter into prayer, especially as sports professionals, we need to relinquish our desire to perform. We’re talking to God, maker of t
Karlie Smith
May 24, 20242 min read
Prayer Is Fellowship | Summer Devo Series #1
Prayer is actively joining into the already active communion of the Trinity. In prayer, we partake of the connection between the Father, Son
Uncommon Sports Group
May 17, 20245 min read
Overcoming Comparison and Jealousy: How Can I Cultivate a Spirit of Unity and Love in the Sport Industry?
In this blog, we discuss the higher calling that Christians working in sports have above being competitive.
Noah Weiss
Apr 26, 20245 min read
How Can I Stay Humble & Grounded When Achieving Success?
See how you can stay humble amidst achieving success as a sport industry professional.
Noah Weiss
Mar 29, 20245 min read
What is Good About Good Friday?
The Easter weekend begins with Good Friday, but how can the death of Christ be seen as good?
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