I am a sophomore in college and have been swimming competitively for the past eight years. For several years, I was not able to swim the butterfly stroke very long without pain searing through my back.
A couple of years ago, I decided to become a caddy at a local golf course because I love to play golf, and I thought it would be interesting to see the game from an entirely different perspective. A caddy carries a golfer’s bag of clubs while the golfer is playing…
Since 2001, when someone at church introduced me to rowing, I have competed in about 100 races, from small high-school dual meets, to collegiate national championships and international competitions. Inevitably, my racing has taught me about effective preparation for success. read
Two years ago, I found myself biking under the sizzling sun, breathing heavily, climbing a steep incline in the Black Hills of South Dakota with a number of Christian Science teens from my National Leadership Council, a group that’s associated with DiscoveryBound. (DiscoveryBound is a program that provides year-round fellowship for Christian Scientists and their friends.) This bike ride was meant to stretch our limits and would give us many opportunities along the way to rely on God for strength and direction.
For the middle part of the excursion, we had a full day of mountain biking planned. read
To me, running is a perfect way to glorify God. It allows me to express strength, freedom, dominion, and persistence. What a great way to overcome all types of mental and physical limitations!
I began running cross-country during my sophomore year in college. Unfortunately, my first season was a little frustrating, as I dealt with several different injuries. So at the beginning of last fall, I was resolved not to experience a similar situation. read
My name is Marie. I’m 16, and I attend Christian Science Sunday School in Paris.
More than seven years ago, when I was in fourth grade, my knees were painful and I had bumps on both of them. My parents are not both Christian Scientists. They decided to take me to a doctor.
He diagnosed a tendon problem. He told me, “You have a choice, Marie. Either you have surgery, or you sit out the year and do no sports.” read
I’m an avid Nordic skier. I’ve been skiing for seven years, and for me it’s pure joy. There’s a quote from the movie Chariots of Fire that refers to praising God and goes like this: “. . . when I run, I feel His pleasure.” This perfectly mirrors how I feel on the ski track: When I ski, I feel God’s pleasure. When I compete in Nordic, life feels boundless. I’ve always found that Christian Science helps me in Nordic—I always turn to God before races to remind myself of my spiritual perfection. I visualize the upcoming race, and replace any doubts by affirming that I express spiritual ideas, such as strength and grace. read
Last September, my mom and I were a part of a group bike ride called “Climate Ride.” A little over a hundred people rode their bikes from New York City to Washington, DC. It was 300 miles, and my mom and I rode it in five days, on a tandem bike for two. When we got to DC, the whole group rallied on the Capitol steps. The purpose of the ride was to bring awareness to climate change, an issue that I’m interested in, so the activity was enjoyable. It was nice that I was able to spend quality time with my mom, and we became very close throughout the ride. And all through the trip we had no injuries—everything went very well. read
I’ve always been interested in sports and have been playing different sports since I was little. My favorite sport is soccer, and basketball is my next favorite. One of my favorite Bible passages that I’ve applied to sports is “It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect”[1] I love the idea that God is giving me strength and keeping me wrapped up tightly in His arms. read
My junior year of high school has been brimming with new opportunities for spiritual growth. And despite facing challenges, I’m grateful to be learning that God is constant, “ ‘the same yesterday, and to-day, and forever’. ”[1] He doesn’t change from one year to the next. God’s wisdom and love are constantly being reflected by His children. read
A couple of years ago, I decided to become a caddy at a local golf course because I love to play golf, and I thought it would be interesting to see the game from an entirely different perspective. A caddy carries a golfer’s bag of clubs while the golfer is playing…
Since 2001, when someone at church introduced me to rowing, I have competed in about 100 races, from small high-school dual meets, to collegiate national championships and international competitions. Inevitably, my racing has taught me about effective preparation for success. 
I’m an avid Nordic skier. I’ve been skiing for seven years, and for me it’s pure joy. There’s a quote from the movie Chariots of Fire that refers to praising God and goes like this: “. . . when I run, I feel His pleasure.” This perfectly mirrors how I feel on the ski track: When I ski, I feel God’s pleasure. When I compete in Nordic, life feels boundless. I’ve always found that Christian Science helps me in Nordic—I always turn to God before races to remind myself of my spiritual perfection. I visualize the upcoming race, and replace any doubts by affirming that I express spiritual ideas, such as strength and grace. 
Last September, my mom and I were a part of a group bike ride called “Climate Ride.” A little over a hundred people rode their bikes from New York City to Washington, DC. It was 300 miles, and my mom and I rode it in five days, on a tandem bike for two. When we got to DC, the whole group rallied on the Capitol steps. The purpose of the ride was to bring awareness to climate change, an issue that I’m interested in, so the activity was enjoyable. It was nice that I was able to spend quality time with my mom, and we became very close throughout the ride. And all through the trip we had no injuries—everything went very well. 
I’ve always been interested in sports and have been playing different sports since I was little. My favorite sport is soccer, and basketball is my next favorite. One of my favorite Bible passages that I’ve applied to sports is “It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect”
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