Mike Singletary One-On-One

Mike Singletary, Jay Carty

Description

Football fans will remember the penetrating gaze of the eyes beneath the helmet of the Chicago Bears #55 throughout the 1980s and into the 1990s. NFL legend Mike Singletary's skills and determination as a linebacker were second to none. Now readers can meet the man of faith behind those amazing tackles. Together with bestselling author Jay Carty, Mike Singletary lets you in behind the scenes of a career in which the term "Christian football player" seems like an oxymoron. Prepare yourself to learn life lessons from an athlete and man who, in the midst of a competitive contact sport, gave his all to the glory of God. In these sixty heartfelt devotions, Mike and Jay will inspire and challenge you to draw nearer to God while giving your all, no matter where your "playing field" is.

Sujets

• Philosophie et théologie

Informations

• Publié par: Baker Publishing Group
• Date de parution: 04 août 2005
• Nombre de lectures: 0
• EAN13: 9781441225672
• Langue: English
• Poids de l'ouvrage: 1 Mo

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© 2005 Mike Singletary and Jay Carty
Published by Revell
a division of Baker Publishing Group
P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
www.revellbooks.com
Previously published by Regal Books
Ebook edition created 2015
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ISBN 978-1-4412-2567-2
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is on file at the Library of Congress, Washington, DC.
All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible , New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.
Other versions used are:
KJV — King James Version . Authorized King James Version.
THE MESSAGE —Scripture taken from THE MESSAGE . Copyright © by Eugene H. Peterson, 1993, 1994, 1995. Used by permission of NavPress Publishing Group.
NASB —Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE®, Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
NIV —Scripture taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version ®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House. All rights reserved.
Cover photo of Mike Singletary by Terrell Lloyd © 2005
P RAISE FOR
M IKE S INGLETARY O NE - ON -O NE
I fully agree with Mike Singletary’s writings. Mike talks the talk and walks the walk. I have always believed in Mike Singletary. His life is his witness, and this book spells it out.
Bobby Bowden
H EAD F OOTBALL C OACH , F LORIDA S TATE U NIVERSITY
Mike Singletary says that one thing he learned from me was to never say die. He learned well. On the field, there was never a fiercer competitor. But the thing about Mike is that he never says die about anything in life, particularly when it comes to the principles by which he lives. For years, everyone saw how great Mike was at football. In this book, you will get a glimpse of the rock-solid character that those of us close to Mike have long appreciated.
Mike Ditka
T IGHT E ND , NFL (1961-1972)
H EAD C OACH , C HICAGO B EARS (1982-1992)
NFL H ALL OF F AME ; ESPN C OMMENTATOR ; B USINESSMAN
The best combo ever, Mike and Jay—with the hard-hitting intensity of Mike Singletary and the smooth word crafting of Jay Carty—equals a journey of thought-provoking insights for you as the reader. Enjoy.
Norm Evans
NFL O FFENSIVE L INEMAN (1965-1978), T WO -T IME P RO B OWLER
P RESIDENT , P RO A THLETES O UTREACH
People tend to focus on what they can’t do. Mike Singletary focuses on what he can do and strives to be the best.
Bill Hybels
S ENIOR P ASTOR , W ILLOW C REEK C OMMUNITY C HURCH
S OUTH B ARRINGTON , IL
A UTHOR , D ESCENDING I NTO G REATNESS
I have enjoyed competing against and working with a guy [Mike Singletary] who is so consistent in his walk.
Ozzie Newsome
G ENERAL M ANAGER AND E XECUTIVE V ICE P RESIDENT
B ALTIMORE R AVENS ;
NFL H ALL OF F AMER
Before we can sell anyone on the integrity of God’s Word, we have to sell them on the integrity of our word. Mike Singletary has done this by how he played football, how he has lived his life off the field and how he now leads others. When you have finished reading this book, you will know what makes Mike a man with character and integrity, and you will have gained new insights into how to become the person of integrity that you want to be.
John C. Maxwell
B EST - SELLING A UTHOR AND S PEAKER
More important than having been one of the greatest football players of our time, Mike Singletary is a man of high integrity, whose character is an example to all.
Mike Nolan
H EAD C OACH OF THE S AN F RANCISCO 49 ERS
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been blessed to have Mike Singletary as a Christian ambassador to the world of sports. He is the ultimate servant-leader, on and off the field of competition. As an NFL coach and as a Hall of Fame linebacker, he truly models Jesus, mentors others and manages his life according to God’s principles. His passion and intensity for the game of football is only surpassed by his love for Jesus and his family. His spiritual insights will inspire and impact your life profoundly.
Les Steckel
P RESIDENT
F ELLOWSHIP OF C HRISTIAN A THLETES
Mike Singletary One-on-One is an inspirational combination of Mike’s life experiences and the wisdom of the Bible. We can all learn from the life lessons in this book. Mike is a real guy who truly walks his talk.
Matt Stover
K ICKER , B ALTIMORE R AVENS
In addition to teaching techniques and the fundamentals of the game, coaches and teachers should strive to be the kind of example that students look up to and desire to emulate. Mike Singletary has modeled a strategy that can be used both on and off the field. His new book, Mike Singletary One on One , is not only inspirational but also instructional to the point that the contents can be used as a game plan for one’s life. Coauthor Jay Carty unfolds the biblical principles that will apply to everyday challenges. As you read Mike’s book of 60 stories from his life, listen to what is being taught, ask yourself questions and then take Mike’s advice.
Grant Teaff
E XECUTIVE D IRECTOR , A MERICAN F OOTBALL C OACHES A SSOCIATION
H EAD F OOTBALL C OACH , B AYLOR U NIVERSITY (1972-1992)
Ability may get you to the top, but it takes character to keep you there. As a player, a coach and a man of faith, Mike has proven that he has both ability and character. He is a solid addition to the One-on-One series.
John Wooden
UCLA B ASKETBALL H EAD C OACH (1948-1975)
B ASKETBALL H ALL OF F AME
C OAUTHOR , C OACH W OODEN ’ S P YRAMID OF S UCCESS AND C OACH W OODEN O NE - ON -O NE
D EDICATION
From Mike Singletary
to every man and woman who has been given the awesome responsibility of coaching, at any level. You have been entrusted with the hearts, minds and souls of these young men and women. May you purpose in your heart to develop in them character first, skill and talent second. You have incredible input into their lives. Use it to bring forth goodness and honor.
From Jay Carty to
the Turners, Knechts and Eneys.
You are dear friends whom the Lord sent at just the right time.
C ONTENTS
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Endorsements
Dedication
Acknowledgments
Introduction
By Jay Carty
Special Introduction
By Kim Singletary
Day 1 A Mother’s Prayers
Day 2 Passion to Play
Day 3 New Shoes
Day 4 A Lighter Load
Day 5 The Right Time to Pray
Day 6 Knock, Knock
Day 7 Out of the Box
Day 8 The Extra Mile
Day 9 A Tight Rope
Day 10 Spies
Day 11 The Cutback
Day 12 Little Brother
Day 13 Blind to Compassion
Day 14 The Funniest Thing
Day 15 In the Fog
Day 16 Friends and Quarterbacks
Day 17 Shufflin’ on Down
Day 18 The Cost of Compromise
Day 19 Two Kinds of Character
Day 20 Éclairs in the Fridge
Day 21 Buckle Up
Day 22 Glorious
Day 23 The Perfect Play
Day 24 Simon Says
Day 25 Samurai
Day 26 Destiny
Day 27 Wired
Day 28 High and Lonely
Day 29 The Art of Fumbles
Day 30 Cracking Helmets
Day 31 Cheap Shots
Day 32 Hit Like a Christian
Day 33 A Melting Pot
Day 34 Greater Is He
Day 35 Wounded Knee
Day 36 Wounded Ego
Day 37 Midnight
Day 38 Lights On
Day 39 A Miraculous Moment
Day 40 Called to Coach
Day 41 God’s Moves
Day 42 God’s Got My Back
Day 43 The Best Test
Day 44 A Messenger
Day 45 Hard to the Core
Day 46 Joy to the World
Day 47 Surprise
Day 48 Father and Son
Day 49 Goodbye, Mom
Day 50 A Real Man
Day 51 Back in the Game
Day 52 Eye to Eye
Day 53 The Team
Day 54 Little Gun, Big Run
Day 55 A Winning Strategy
Day 56 The Machine
Day 57 Chatter
Day 58 Rugged Cross
Day 59 God’s Best
Day 60 Osmosis
A Final Thought: Balance by Mike Singletary
For the Record Mike Singletary’s Career Highlights
Endnotes
Glossary
About Jay Carty
Contact Information
Back Cover
A CKNOWLEDGMENTS
Thanks from Mike Singletary to
my mother, Rudell, for her devotion to raising me in the fear and admonition of the Lord. I know she was greeted in heaven with the words “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”
my dad, for deciding it’s never too late to restore a relationship. I have enjoyed these last 20 years. I love you.
my brothers and sisters. We’ve got to continue to grow closer as our numbers dwindle.
my in-laws. I couldn’t ask for better. You have supported and encouraged us and set an example of a faithful family.
Gerald Watson. I am humbled by your obedience to continuously pray for me. I know that the path God has me on is a direct result of the time you have spent on your knees on my behalf.
and to Kim. You are my best friend, a wonderful wife and an outstanding mother to our kids. You are loved and cherished by all who know you. In short, you are the answer to my prayers.

Thanks from Jay Carty to Sam Talbert
You did it again, Sam. Thanks.
INTRODUCTION
H IS E YES
BY JAY CARTY
Roll a highlights video of classic moments in the NFL and we will see: Dick Butkus snarling, covered in mud and blood, tape hanging from his wrist. Bart Starr plunging into the end zone for a quarterback sneak on the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field. The 49ers’ Dwight Clark coming out of nowhere to grab “The Catch” from Joe Montana. Mike Singletary’s stare.
Mona Lisa had her smile. Mike has his eyes. Peering out from his helmet, his gaze pierced like a laser beam. The intensity showed, but number 50’s eyes on television and on the cover of Sports Illustrated didn’t do him justice. I first saw Mike’s eyes in real life when I met the NFL Hall-of-Fame linebacker at a Pro Athletes Outreach conference. The shake of