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Northeast Iowa Fellowship of Christian Athletes is on mission to lead every coach and athlete across our 12 county area into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us lon...
06/01/2026

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

Ephesians 2:10

A reminder for when you wonder, “Am I enough?”Do you feel like you can’t measure up? Are you constantly striving but fee...
05/29/2026

A reminder for when you wonder, “Am I enough?”

Do you feel like you can’t measure up? Are you constantly striving but feel like you are not good enough? No matter what goal we set, the bar always rises.

The ways of this world will leave us constantly trying to earn our spot and seeking to stay relevant.

Relevance fades throughout time, but what is eternal stands forever.

If we look to God, we see He created everything out of love. That includes us.

“So God created man in his own image; he created him in the image of God; he created them male and female.” - Genesis 1:27

God formed us intricately. Deliberately. With great craftsmanship and intent.

“I will praise you because I have been remarkably and wondrously made.” - Psalm 139:14

Loving eyes watched over us from the start; we already had value before we took a breath.

It’s not about doing or being enough. It’s about who you are and whose you are.

Your identity is securely rooted in the love of God your Father through Jesus Christ.

“But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.” - John 1:12

You are already wonderfully made, seen and cherished. There is nothing you can do to earn a better status or make yourself feel useful.

“For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” - John 3:16

Because of Jesus, we get the gift of life forever with our Father.

“The world may say one thing, but what God says is ultimate.”

In Jesus, you are already enough.

Article by Sarah Freymuth, FCA Content and Storytelling Manager

05/28/2026

⚡ Early Bird pricing ends June 1! ⚡

Now’s the perfect time to secure your spot for Pella Multi-Sport Camp — a week full of competition, community, and Christ-centered growth.

✔ Multi-sport competition
✔ Leadership development
✔ Daily discipleship
✔ Unforgettable community

📍 Central College
📅 July 13–17
🎓 Grades 9–12 (Fall 2026)

Register today before the price increase!
👉 iowafca.org/pellacamp

Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. L...
05/25/2026

Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.

2 Corinthians 13:11

God’s approval is all our hearts need.In high school, I had the privilege of being part of an incredible girls’ basketba...
05/22/2026

God’s approval is all our hearts need.

In high school, I had the privilege of being part of an incredible girls’ basketball program. I pushed myself at every practice, stayed late to get in extra shots and never wanted to let my teammates or coach down. I craved that feeling of knowing I had earned their approval and trust.

We had dreamed about this moment, and now it was finally here — the state championship. As the clock ticked down, everything seemed to slow. I caught the pass, scanned the court and saw our post player double-teamed. There was no way to get the ball to her. The clock was running out, so I took the shot. It arced high, clean and rotated beautifully, then swished through the net.

We were state champions! It was everything I’d dreamed of — Or was it?

Something unexpected happened in the days after. Instead of the lasting joy I thought I’d feel, there was a persistent emptiness I couldn’t shake. The recognition was fun, but it didn’t last. Soon, everyone else moved on. The pressure to please everyone again was already weighing in.

Looking back, I realized I wasn’t chasing a trophy — I was chasing approval from other people.

In Mark 1:11, right before Jesus starts His public ministry, God speaks these words over Him: “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.”

Jesus hadn’t done anything yet — no miracles, no sermons, no mission to the cross. Yet God spoke words of approval over Him simply because of who He was — God’s Son.

“You don’t have to earn His love, approval or affirmation. It’s already yours.”

“For am I now trying to persuade people, or God? Or am I striving to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” – Galatians 1:10

Article by Melissa Motes, FCA Arkansas Red River Ambassador

1 I love you, Lord; you are my strength.2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in w...
05/18/2026

1 I love you, Lord;
you are my strength.
2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior;
my God is my rock, in whom I find protection.
He is my shield, the power that saves me,
and my place of safety.

Psalm 18:1-2

God recognizes our heart and motivations, and His affirmation is the notice we need.At the collegiate and professional l...
05/15/2026

God recognizes our heart and motivations, and His affirmation is the notice we need.

At the collegiate and professional level, many teams utilize a sports scout to identify and evaluate talented athletes. Athletes are keenly aware of these scouts and focus on proving themselves and standing out.

Many athletes also seek the approval and recognition of coaches, teammates and fans. We are all too familiar with the showboat player who scores a touchdown and immediately points to his chest or his name on the back of his jersey. They focus on themselves and seek other’s approval.

This mindset can even be seen off the field. We can seek out the approval of friends to be liked or accepted into a particular group. We want to be noticed and may feel like we must prove ourselves worthy.

As Christ followers, on the other hand, we should strive only to please the One who truly matters.

He recognizes us not for what we do but for who we are — a child of the Almighty God. He loves us so much that He sent His only Son to save us and give us eternal life through Him.

Jesus lived and died to please God alone.

“The one who sent me is with me. He has not left me alone, because I always do what pleases him.” - John 8:29

The world encourages us to seek validation from others, but Scripture emphasizes the importance of finding our worth in God alone.

“For am I now trying to persuade people, or God? Or am I striving to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ.” - Galatians 1:10

As ambassadors for Christ, our goal is to seek to please God, not the recognition, approval or praise of others.

“We aren’t driven by applause, achievement or accolades — our motivation is to seek and serve God in our everyday work and our sport, honoring Him.”

Article by Mark Long, FCA Endurance Director

🏀🏈⚽🎾 Pella Multi-Sport Camp is back — and registration is LIVE!This is more than drills and competition. It’s five days ...
05/13/2026

🏀🏈⚽🎾 Pella Multi-Sport Camp is back — and registration is LIVE!

This is more than drills and competition. It’s five days designed to help athletes grow spiritually, mentally, and physically alongside other competitors from across Iowa.
📍 Central College | Pella, Iowa
📅 July 13–17
🎓 Grades 9–12 (Fall 2026)

Early registration pricing ends June 1!
👉 iowafca.org/pellacamp

If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.James 1:5
05/11/2026

If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.

James 1:5

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