The King's Cup - Lew Barber

Kingdom Assignment 2009 & Forward
Ponte Vedra Presbyterian Church

Competing for “The King’s Cup”

Kingdom Assignment
PVPC June, July August 2009

Lewis Barber
$100 Kingdom Gift

Object: To develop an athletic ministry within the Body of Christ at PVPC which will (1) attract young adults to offer growth in understanding of God’s purpose for their lives (2) directly support a love ministry benefiting others outside the church body and (3) allow participants to develop relationships with others, learning the joys of gathering for His glory.

Use of Gift from God
$100 Trophy “The King’s Cup”

Basis of Young Adult (18-30) Program
Under the PVPC Young Adult Ministry (Jake)

1. Hold three (3) Sporting Events
Fall (soccer) --- Winter (basketball) --- Spring (softball)

2. Compete for “The King’s Cup”

3. Basic “rules” for Competition

A. In order to compete, young adults within the body will
be encouraged to bring guests, friends, workmates, etc. to
join in the fellowship

B. A gift ($20 recommended) will be given to compete
(winning team to select ministry, non-profit, mission, or
Kingdom Assignment cause to support with funds)

C. A word on discipleship / stewardship will be given either
before or after the event, with refreshments to follow

D. A separate work will be done to secure funding for
equipment, venues, refreshments and shirts (to
commemorate the event)


Biblical Basis for Kingdom Assignment
The King’s Cup
“Have nothing to do with irreverent, silly myths. Rather train yourself for godliness; for while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:7-8

“Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” Philippians 2:3

“The one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness. Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” Romans 12:8-10

“Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.” 1 Corinthians 9:25

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.” 1 Corinthians 9:24

“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace” 1 Peter 4:10

“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20