ABOUT US

Our Mission

To inspire and equip athletes and coaches to train, compete, and live for Christ.



Our Vision

To create a community of athletes who seek first God’s kingdom in every aspect of their lives.


Who We Are


At 4:12 Sports Ministries, we care deeply about athletes and coaches and their holistic growth both on and off the field. 


We are committed to the long-term growth of athletes – physically, mentally, and spiritually.  We are working to transform the mindset and culture around sports. There is a story in every win and loss. God is always at work, and He is growing and maturing us through this process. We believe it is important for our athletes to see competition from this perspective. 


We believe that personal transformation is an on-going process, not an event. We are committed to the long-term growth of athletes, not just a “quick fix”. Walking alongside imperfect people on a daily basis can be exciting and beautiful and hard and sometimes downright ugly. But that’s what we are committed to doing because it is what Jesus did and it is what He calls us to do.


At 4:12, there is no “aging out”. Transformation is a life-long process, and we are building a community of all ages and stages. From students to coaches, we are excited to be in community with you.


Our Pillars

TRAINING

DISCIPLESHIP

COMMUNITY

4:12 Sports Ministries is founded on a deep love for our Pittsburgh community, and a deep love for Christ!


The Bible is full of amazing 4:12 verses! 

Here are just a few of our favorites that also serve as core values for our organization:



Equipping the next generation of leaders


"Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity."

Timothy 4:12




Salvation is found in Christ alone


"Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”

Acts 4:12




Equipping the body of Christ


“So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.”

Ephesians 4:11-12




God’s word is alive today


“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”

Hebrews 4:12




We are stronger together


“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.”

Ecclesiastes 4:12




We will seek wisdom and righteous living


“I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble.”

Proverbs 4:11-12




We will “wrestle” in prayer


“Epaphras… is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured."

Colossians 4:12


Meet Matt Davis

Matt Davis has been serving the Lord in sports ministry in the Pittsburgh community for over 15 years. From sports development, skills clinics, and coaching to Bible studies, outreach, and discipleship programs, Matt has a heart for serving athletes right here in our city. He is also passionate about building and maintaining relationships with ministry partners and community leaders in order to best serve God’s kingdom.


Matt is a 2003 University of Pittsburgh graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Marketing) and holds a Masters in Elementary Education from Duquesne University. Matt and his wife, Noelle, have three children.