At Heralds of Our Passion (H.O.O.P.), basketball is more than a game; it’s a reminder of purpose and a way to express what God has placed inside us. I know my time to chase playing at an elite level has passed, but my desire to make a mark on the court has never left. Instead of stepping back, I chose a different path. I created apparel that carries meaning, intention, and faith, so that every time someone puts it on, it inspires something bigger than ourselves. It points back to God.
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Proverbs 16:9
Few things are harder than watching your plans unfold differently than you expected.
You pray, prepare, work hard, and step forward believing you’re moving in the right direction. Then an opportunity slips away…
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
Hebrews 12:1
Following Christ requires more than…
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first.”
John 15:18
Very few people enjoy being rejected.
Whether it’s being misunderstood by friends, criticized for your beliefs, overlooked for opportunities, or feeling isolated because of the choices you’ve made, rejection has…
“Then he said to them all: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.’”
Luke 9:23
Throughout His ministry, Jesus often drew the attention of large crowds. People were amazed by His miracles, captivated by His teaching, and eager to see what He…
“…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 1:6
The book of Philippians was written by the apostle Paul while he was imprisoned in Rome. Despite his circumstances, the letter overflows with encouragement, joy…
“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”
Colossians 3:2
The book of Colossians was written by the apostle Paul to encourage believers to remain rooted in Christ despite living in a culture filled with competing ideologies and distractions. In chapter 3, Paul shifts from explaining who believers are in Christ…
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Proverbs 16:9
Few things are harder than watching your plans unfold differently than you expected.
You pray, prepare, work hard, and step forward believing you’re moving in the right direction. Then an opportunity slips away…
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
Hebrews 12:1
Following Christ requires more than…
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first.”
John 15:18
Very few people enjoy being rejected.
Whether it’s being misunderstood by friends, criticized for your beliefs, overlooked for opportunities, or feeling isolated because of the choices you’ve made, rejection has…
“Then he said to them all: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.’”
Luke 9:23
Throughout His ministry, Jesus often drew the attention of large crowds. People were amazed by His miracles, captivated by His teaching, and eager to see what He…
“…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 1:6
The book of Philippians was written by the apostle Paul while he was imprisoned in Rome. Despite his circumstances, the letter overflows with encouragement, joy…
“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”
Colossians 3:2
The book of Colossians was written by the apostle Paul to encourage believers to remain rooted in Christ despite living in a culture filled with competing ideologies and distractions. In chapter 3, Paul shifts from explaining who believers are in Christ…
