I first became a Christian at the age of 20, shortly after I had begun martial arts. It wasn't long before the parallels between both became clear to me. Concepts such as Knowing When to Tap Out, the Importance of Discipline, Being Aware of Evil, Exercising Self-Control and the Power of Perseverance applied equally well to both. In this short book, I hope to draw out these parallels in such a way that a martial artist, who is, or who is considering becoming, a Christian, will find a lot that makes sense. Even for Christians who are not martial artists, there will be much that is helpful, including instruction on prayer, Bible study, finding your spiritual gifts, serving in the church, and connecting in Christian community. Ideal as a gift for: - a friend who is not a Christian, but who is a martial artist - a young Christian - anyone struggling with the disciplines of the Christian life. Pastor Glyn Norman has over 20 years pastoral experience, and has practiced the martial arts of jiu-jitsu, and Tae Kwondo, to an acceptable level of proficiency.: )

Are the martial arts really just a cult? Do they contradict Jesus's command to turn the other cheek? An expert's examination of what the warrior arts are and are not. Illustrated with Scripture and insights from well-known practitioners.About The Author: Keith D. Yates is Chairman of the Gospel Martial Arts Union. He is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary where he serves as adjunct professor. A tenth degree black belt, he is also the president of the American Karate and Tae Kwon Do Organization.

Christian Martial Arts 101 (Instructor's Edition) is intended for Christian martial artists and any Christ-centered martial arts program in need of a spiritual curriculum to complement physical training. This book can also be used as a personal devotional for Christian students attending non-religious martial arts schools. It establishes and explains the major principles of Christian martial arts and includes 101 Bible lessons/devotions for use in the classroom and at home. The instructor's edition is identical to the regular edition, but includes added resources that instructors can use in designing a class format/curriculum and developing spiritual lessons for children under the age of ten.

While the relationship between sport and religion is deeply rooted in history, it continues to play a profound role in shaping modern-day societies. This edited collection provides an inter-disciplinary exploration of this relationship from a global perspective, making a major contribution to the religious, social scientific and theological study of sport. It discusses the dialectical interplay between sport and Christianity across diverse cultures, extending beyond a Western perspective to include studies from Africa, South America and Asia, as well as Europe, the UK and the US. Containing contributions from leading experts within the field, it reflects on key topics including race, gender, spirituality, morality, interfaith sport clubs, and the significance of sport in public rituals of celebration and mourning. Its chapters also examine violent sports such as boxing and mixed martial arts, as well as reflecting on the cult of sporting celebrity and the theology of disability sport. Truly international in scope, Global Perspectives on Sports and Christianity is fascinating reading for all those interested in the study of sport, sociology and religion.

Former US Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell's story of survival is well known. In his bestseller, Marcus tells the story of Operation Redwing, a mission in the mountains of Afghanistan that left him as the only living member of his team. But one part of Marcus's remarkable story has remained untold until now. In Training Heroes, Steve Hunter explores the foundation for Marcus's success as a Navy SEAL-his training in Buke-ryu, a style of traditional martial arts created by Hunter. Buke-ryu combines the best of Okinawan karate-jutsu and Japanese aiki- and ju-jutsu, along with training in modern weapons and outdoor skills such as hunting and tracking. Hunter, as the innovator of Buke-ryu, trains the whole person to develop a strong body, a sound mind, and a spirit grounded in Christian values. Hunter instilled all these qualities in his student Marcus Luttrell and provided training that proved essential to Marcus's amazing survival in Afghanistan. A powerful story of a teacher's importance in developing a warrior, Training Heroes sheds new light on Marcus's journey in Afghanistan. Hunter captures the intensity of one of his most dedicated students and shows readers how he realized his own calling to spend his life Training Heroes.

The premise of this training guide and manual is not based on workouts alone, but on educating the Body of Christ at large about the proper way to have life and life more abundantly according to Gods Word. My entire adult life has been devoted to improving my mind, body and spirit, but the only way my Life-Style can be balanced is by ensuring that my Immune System protects me against any form of disease, such as High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, etc. Now, I dont claim that with this Life-Style change you will live any longer than the next person, but what I am attempting to convey is that with change you live much healthier, have more energy, and be more alert to enjoy the many blessings that the LORD has promised in HIS Word! The reality is that you do not have to use steroids or muscle enhancing drugs (steroid derivatives) to achieve a great body, so stop listening to those so-called personal trainers who are just trying to sell you those expensive training sessions looking like they eat cheeseburgers and french-fries for breakfast, lunch and dinner! If a trainers body does not appear as though he/she works out regularly or they look like they came straight out of a fitness magazine, be careful because all that glitters isnt gold! And it doesnt matter what that certificate says on their office wall, or how many hours of personal training time they have because when these so-called personal trainers tell you that they want to design a program specifically for you and your needs, ask yourself how in the world do they know it works if they have never tried it for themselves? WE DONT ASK A POOR MAN HOW TO GET RICH, SO BE WEARY OF THOSE WHO CANNOT DEMONSTRATE THEIR OWN CLAIMS!!!

Bible Studies for Belts:A Guide for Christian Martial Arts Vol. 1: White Belt (Christian Martial Arts Ministry Bible Studies, Vol. 1)

The White Belt . . .

The purpose of this book is to assist those within the American Christian Defense Alliance, Inc. Martial Arts Ministry with a resource to help them better understand the operational framework of the Biblical aspects of our Martial Arts Ministry system and style. In this book we hope to create unity throughout the Christian Martial Arts world by establishing a set standard to utilize while disciplining students in the faith. The ultimate goal for any Christian Martial Arts Ministry should be to disciple brothers and sisters in the Lord. There is such an attack on the fundamental principles of the Word of God in this current time that it’s clear to see if we don’t do something then we will lose everything. Jesus last Commandment was to go and make disciples throughout all of the world. He knew that there was coming a time and day when believers would not walk in sound doctrine. This is why He continually emphasized that we should watch and pray lest anyone deceive us. There is no greater thing that we can do to help change the situations around us that we find less then desirable than to love those around us and make disciples as the Lord commanded us. Some may be asking, how do you make disciples? Well the simple fact is we do have an example in Christ. He spent over three years with His disciples, they ate, slept, traveled, and all work together to support the ministry over that time. The reality is discipleship is a complete immersion into a way of life, in this case the Christian way of life. Martial Arts is merely a tool to enable us to reach those interested in self-defense. We hope that you will join with us and use this book as a reference guide to disciplining believers in the faith. If you are part of the American Christian Defense Alliance Martial Arts Ministry in some way this book is a must have for your Ministry The operational framework of the Biblical concepts and aspects of our Martial Arts Ministry includes a multilayered system approach. Specifically we use a three-tiered system which incorporates what we call, “Colors of the Cross” “Learning through Creation” and “Defending Your Faith”. The three-tiered system approach works in harmony together to help solidify a solid operational framework of Biblical principles covered for each belt level.

Table of Contents

Dedication Acknowledgment Forward Chapter 1: How to utilize this Book Chapter 2: Is it Biblical? Chapter 3: The White Belt Chapter 4: Colors of the Cross - White –Focus is on Holiness Chapter 5: Learning through Creation Chapter 6: Defending Your Faith Chapter 7: Lesson Wrap-Up Special Gift And more . . . Don't Forget to check out the rest of books in this Bible Studies Green Belt Red Belt Blue Belt Purple Belt Brown Belt Black Belt Or Our Book: Martial Arts Ministry: How To Start A Martial Arts Ministry God Bless