Game Day Week 3

Bob Veroulis • September 10, 2026

Advance into the Storm

Advance Into the Storm

In a storm, cattle scatter. Bison advance.

Every coach faces storms — adversity, loss, conflict, failure, things beyond our control. In those moments we're forced to ask: Who am I? What do I believe? Why do I coach?

When the storm comes, your WHY is your anchor.

We're not just building football players. We're shaping character, discipline, courage, resilience, leadership. But we can't lead players through adversity if we're unsure of our own purpose.

A team's response to a storm mirrors the conviction of its leaders.

So know your WHY. Know your people. Know who you fight for.

Cattle run from the storm. Bison turn into it.

Don't scatter. Stand together. Trust your purpose. Lead with conviction.

Advance.

Scripture

Faith and Wisdom

My friends, consider yourselves fortunate when all kinds of trials come your way, for you know that when your faith succeeds in facing such trials, the result is the ability to endure. Make sure that your endurance carries you all the way without failing, so that you may be perfect and complete lacking nothing! 

Overview of James 1:1-5

This passage offers insights into the nature of trials and faith.

  • Author — James identifies himself as a servant of God and Jesus Christ, writing to the twelve tribes scattered abroad.
  • Joy in Trials — Believers are encouraged to count it all joy when facing various trials, as these tests produce perseverance.
  • Wisdom from God — Those lacking wisdom are urged to ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault.
  • Blessing of Perseverance — The passage states that blessed is the one who perseveres under trial, as they will receive the crown of life promised by God.
  • Faith and Doubt — It warns against doubting when asking for wisdom, as a doubter is like a wave of the sea, unstable and driven by the wind


"Tonight, encourage your players to play fearlessly—trusting the skill God has given them and the training you've provided. Coach with joy, and let your players compete with the same freedom, regardless of outcome. Despite the tragedies our country and communities face, we're grateful for the privilege of lacing up our cleats and playing this great game of football."