U-TURN is devoted to providing youth with sound biblical guidance and relevant life applications. We are committed to providing young athletes with life/social skills necessary for success in today's global market.
These words are the slogan for U-TURN, derived from the biblical admonition to repent (turn around). They are true for everyone, because we all, at some time or another, falter and need to "get back in the game." Whether the need is to turn from dead ends regarding physical health, athletic performance, mental focus, or spiritual standing, U-TURN exists to enable the participants to become the best they can be - both on and off the court.
For success in life, we all need both rudiment and advanced levels of knowledge. Understanding the benefits of knowledge and applying it at the right time and in the right place characterizes us as living with wisdom. It is only with wisdom that we can navigate through this life with minimal hurts/regrets and maximized results. We all want peace, love, joy, and a sense of purpose. Wisdom is the key that unlocks the doors to freedom and life.
"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." [Proverbs 1:7]
U-TURN provides life skills sessions for all of its kids. The Bible is the primary source from which U-TURN teaches youth about living a successful life - from both God's and man's perspectives. U-TURN also has a Life Skills Curriculum that it employs specifically with some of its collaborative partners in programs that are funded by the state and/or federal government. This curriculum is not Bible-centric. Rather, it focuses on general values-based topics, aiming to encourage participants to live more healthier lives. The curriculum includes such topics as:
U-TURN believes that biblical truth is the single-most important thing that it can teach its youth and families. Thus, the Bible is the foundation of all that we teach. Various print and multi-media resources are also used for educating participants in the transforming truths of the Bible. Transcending academic, athletic, and financial success is spiritual success. Our aim is to encourage youth and families to "Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness..." [Matthew 6:33] because "What will it profit a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his very soul?" [Luke 9:25].
U-TURN has developed a curriculum which includes but is not limited to:
*age appropriate
Participants who complete each module of U-TURN's Biblical Studies Program will receive a Bible Study Completion Certificate.
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Living Waters Ministries
Hell's Best Kept Secret
Christian Research Institute
Let My People Think
Back to the Bible
Grace to You
Wisdom for the Heart
Answers in Genesis
Reasons
Institute for Creation Research
Good to Great
Ken Blanchard Companies
Oneplace.com (also Podcasts)
Bible Broadcasting Network
Calvary Satellite Network
American Family Radio