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Describe, in your own words, the importance of building meaningful relationships with the athletes you serve/plan to serve. How might your ministry look different without solid, meaningful relationships?
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So critical to find the common ground and communicate well!
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In order to minister to athletes you must gain their trust. Trust happens over time as they see your commitment and compassion.
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In my own words, relationships takes time, and trust must be earned by the people you are serving. The importance of building meaningful relationships is essential for assessing what a person needs. My ministry would look different as after service, I’m open to listen to needs and concerns, confusion, and other issues that someone is seeking guidance for.
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Be an athlete myself, I think finding common ground is so important. Then, I would be slow to speak but quick to listen. Next, I would find myself available to help meet a need. I would provide prayer time with a Biblical lesson that would be practical.
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Many of these athletes will commonly have transactional relationships, so we can step in with meaningful relationships, in Jesus name, which may allow us to share with them the best news ever!