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Get Your Spirit On! Devotions for Cheerleaders
Today, 80 percent of schools in America have a cheerleading squad. In fact, according to current statistics, there are 1.2 million cheerleaders ages 6-11 in the United States, and another 1.6 million ages 12-17. Cheerleading has been called the fastest-growing sport in the U.S., and it's easy to see why. With the addition of All-Star cheer squads, girls are now able to showcase their athletic ability, showmanship, and spirit in All-Star cheer competitions, as well as support their home team in traditional game settings. Thus, more and more girls are becoming cheerleaders!
Media moguls have picked up on this growing subculture of cheerleaders, which is obvious by the success of such reality shows: Cheerleader Nation, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team and Cheer Stars to name a few.
That's why it's the perfect time for a devotional written especially for this growing group. Get Your Spirit On! is for girls ages 9 to 12 who are already cheerleaders or who aspire to be cheerleaders. This upbeat devotional offers one entry per week for 40 weeks (which should cover a typical cheer season) and features a prayer (Megaphone to Master); a scripture (Strength Training); a thought-provoking question (Fire Up!); a journaling section (Ready. Ok.), a say it out loud declaration (Give a Shout!) and an action step (Jump Into Acton!), as well as Fit Tips, Fast Stats about cheerleading, and words to actual chants and cheers.
Whether done on her own or with her cheer squad, Get Your Spirit On! is sure to lift every cheerleader's spirits and deepen her relationship with God, as well as strengthen the bond with her teammates.
It's a 40-week journey to a closer walk with God.
Media moguls have picked up on this growing subculture of cheerleaders, which is obvious by the success of such reality shows: Cheerleader Nation, Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team and Cheer Stars to name a few.
That's why it's the perfect time for a devotional written especially for this growing group. Get Your Spirit On! is for girls ages 9 to 12 who are already cheerleaders or who aspire to be cheerleaders. This upbeat devotional offers one entry per week for 40 weeks (which should cover a typical cheer season) and features a prayer (Megaphone to Master); a scripture (Strength Training); a thought-provoking question (Fire Up!); a journaling section (Ready. Ok.), a say it out loud declaration (Give a Shout!) and an action step (Jump Into Acton!), as well as Fit Tips, Fast Stats about cheerleading, and words to actual chants and cheers.
Whether done on her own or with her cheer squad, Get Your Spirit On! is sure to lift every cheerleader's spirits and deepen her relationship with God, as well as strengthen the bond with her teammates.
It's a 40-week journey to a closer walk with God.
198 pages, Paperback
Published March 27, 2018
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About the author
Michelle Medlock Adams
124 books65 followersMichelle Medlock Adams is a best-selling author and an award-winning journalist, earning top honors from the Associated Press, the Society of Professional Journalists and the Hoosier State Press Association.
Author of over 100 books with close to 4 million books sold, Michelle is also a New York Times Bestselling ghostwriter and has won more than 90 industry awards for her own journalistic endeavors, including the prestigious Golden Scroll for Best Children’s Book in 2020, 2019 and 2018 for “How Much Does God Love You?” “Dinosaur Devotions” and “My First Day of School”. And, over the past three years, she has added several first place honors from the Christian Market Book Awards, the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards, and the Illumination Book Awards in multiple categories.
Since graduating with a journalism degree from Indiana University, Michelle has written more than 1,700 articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites; acted as a stringer for the Associated Press; written for a worldwide ministry; hosted “Joy In Our Town” for the Trinity Broadcasting Network; blogged twice weekly for Guideposts from 2013 to 2015; written a weekly column for a Midwest newspaper; served as an adjunct professor at Taylor University four different years; and acted as President of Platinum Literary Services, a premier full-service literary firm for five years. Today, she runs her own children's book imprint--Wren & Bear Books--an imprint of End Game Press.
Michelle is celebrating the recent release of her books, "Dachshund Through the Snow," "Fly High," "Our God is Bigger Than That!," and "Springtime for Your Spirit."
Michelle is married to her high school sweetheart, Jeff, and they have two daughters, Abby and Allyson, two sons-in-law, four granddaughters and two grandsons. She and Jeff share their home in Southern Indiana with two miniature dachshunds and two spoiled cats. When not writing or teaching writing, Michelle enjoys bass fishing, cheering on Indiana University sports teams and the Chicago Cubbies, and all things leopard print.
You can learn more about Michelle at www.michellemedlockadams.com and by following her @INwritergirl on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest.
Author of over 100 books with close to 4 million books sold, Michelle is also a New York Times Bestselling ghostwriter and has won more than 90 industry awards for her own journalistic endeavors, including the prestigious Golden Scroll for Best Children’s Book in 2020, 2019 and 2018 for “How Much Does God Love You?” “Dinosaur Devotions” and “My First Day of School”. And, over the past three years, she has added several first place honors from the Christian Market Book Awards, the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards, and the Illumination Book Awards in multiple categories.
Since graduating with a journalism degree from Indiana University, Michelle has written more than 1,700 articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites; acted as a stringer for the Associated Press; written for a worldwide ministry; hosted “Joy In Our Town” for the Trinity Broadcasting Network; blogged twice weekly for Guideposts from 2013 to 2015; written a weekly column for a Midwest newspaper; served as an adjunct professor at Taylor University four different years; and acted as President of Platinum Literary Services, a premier full-service literary firm for five years. Today, she runs her own children's book imprint--Wren & Bear Books--an imprint of End Game Press.
Michelle is celebrating the recent release of her books, "Dachshund Through the Snow," "Fly High," "Our God is Bigger Than That!," and "Springtime for Your Spirit."
Michelle is married to her high school sweetheart, Jeff, and they have two daughters, Abby and Allyson, two sons-in-law, four granddaughters and two grandsons. She and Jeff share their home in Southern Indiana with two miniature dachshunds and two spoiled cats. When not writing or teaching writing, Michelle enjoys bass fishing, cheering on Indiana University sports teams and the Chicago Cubbies, and all things leopard print.
You can learn more about Michelle at www.michellemedlockadams.com and by following her @INwritergirl on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest.
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April 18, 2018
This book is a great 40-day devotional for any girl interested in cheerleading.
Each day's passage contains a scripture verse, a message, another scripture, a motivational call to action, a prayer, a journal prompt, an activity, and a fast fact.
The book is easy to read and pertinent to the lives of girls from tweens through teens.
Michelle Medlock Adams is the perfect author for this text, having not made the squad as a high school freshman, then making it as a senior. She brought her cheerleading expertise to her role as the mother of two cheerleaders, as a cheer coach, and in her related writing.
My copy is going to a granddaughter who cheered during this school year. So happy to have this relatable wisdom to provide as a blessing to a tween with the rest of middle school and high school awaiting her.
Each day's passage contains a scripture verse, a message, another scripture, a motivational call to action, a prayer, a journal prompt, an activity, and a fast fact.
The book is easy to read and pertinent to the lives of girls from tweens through teens.
Michelle Medlock Adams is the perfect author for this text, having not made the squad as a high school freshman, then making it as a senior. She brought her cheerleading expertise to her role as the mother of two cheerleaders, as a cheer coach, and in her related writing.
My copy is going to a granddaughter who cheered during this school year. So happy to have this relatable wisdom to provide as a blessing to a tween with the rest of middle school and high school awaiting her.
March 31, 2018
I love everything author Michelle Medlock Adams writes, so when I was offered an advanced copy of "Get Your Spirit On!" I couldn't resist, even though I've never been a cheerleader. And I'm so glad I read it!
Michelle brings her genuine sense of love, warmth, and humor to this book. It's obvious within the first couple pages that not only does she know what it's like to be a cheerleader, but she loves those who cheer!
More than anything, "Get Your Spirit On!" made me realize that Christianity is a cheer sport. It's all about encouraging one another in the faith. And that's something to get excited about!
If you cheer, or you know anyone who does, be sure to pick up a copy of "Get Your Spirit On!"
Michelle brings her genuine sense of love, warmth, and humor to this book. It's obvious within the first couple pages that not only does she know what it's like to be a cheerleader, but she loves those who cheer!
More than anything, "Get Your Spirit On!" made me realize that Christianity is a cheer sport. It's all about encouraging one another in the faith. And that's something to get excited about!
If you cheer, or you know anyone who does, be sure to pick up a copy of "Get Your Spirit On!"
April 16, 2018
Michelle Medlock Adams captures the spirit of cheerleading and the Spirit of God in this devotional that had me flipping down memory lane. As a former basketball and wrestling cheerleader in high school, I remember the long practices, desire to quit, and the reward of a job well done. Michelle cheers you on and points you to our biggest cheerleader, God. Each devotion has a prayer (Megaphone to the Master), a new cheer to learn, a bible verse and more. I highly recommend this devotion as an individual or a group study.
April 5, 2018
What an inspiring and positive book. The entire book is focused on developing positive and spiritual growth in girls that are cheerleaders. I found the book inspiring and well-written. This is a must-read for any girls that is or is aspiring to be a cheerleader. I think the Christian Principles weaved into the book to be the most important part of it.
March 30, 2018
What a great idea for that cheerleader in your life! With a family full of cheerleaders, I have an indirect perspective into the physical and mental stresses that accompany the sport, and, let me tell you, this book is an excellent resource!
September 26, 2018
Wonderful devotional for cheerleaders............................AND not cheerleaders. Michelle has written a book that will bless any girl.
June 4, 2018
This cheer devotion for 9-12 year old girls totally delivers on the title. The short devotions are easy to read & the tips, action steps and cheers mix it up a little—not your ordinary devotions. The fresh format and creative ideas make this book a fun choice for cheer teams to do together or for cheerleaders on their own. As a mom of four, I would even recommend this as a mother-daughter devotional for cheer moms & kids. Topics apply to teens, tweens & moms alike and the questions and challenges give you something to think about and act on. Excellent & energetic! I highly recommend this book for tween girls.
(Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book for the purpose of review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.)
(Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book for the purpose of review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.)
March 28, 2018
Forty fun and uplifting chapters to inspire and help cheerleaders grow athletically and spiritually. I love the way the author weaves cheerleading jargon throughout the book. A must read for all the cheerleaders in your life.
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