Matthew O'Brien

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV

“For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Matthew 7:8 NIV bible.com/bible/111/mat.…

Blessed to be ranked as a 3 star.. More work to do. #AGTG

🚨Blessed and grateful to be ranked a 4⭐️with @Rivals and @On3, and to be among the nation's top 300 players. #ETH #AGTG @cferdinand_21 @NGVikingsFB

Even though I don't deserve it, You did it Even though I couldn't earn it, You give it God, I’m just grateful for you.

When discipline becomes habit, success follows. Leave no doubt. B.E.S.T. +1 📈🎯

Lowly Tasks “Whoever is faithful in very little is also faithful in much.” — Luke 16:10 Even Jesus served in humble ways — washing His disciples’ feet. Don’t overlook the small assignments. Faithfulness in the little things prepares you for bigger ones. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #ServeLikeJesus

Identity “For am I now trying to persuade people, or God?” — Gal. 1:10 Ben Swarr learned that championships and approval can’t define who we are. Our identity isn’t something we build — it’s something God gives. In Christ, we compete with freedom. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #IdentityInChrist

The future you is depending on the current you to make good on the promises you made to yourself yesterday. Leave no doubt. B.E.S.T. +1 📈🎯

Purpose Many athletes want to “make a name for themselves.” But Colossians 1 reminds us: “All things were created through Him and for Him.” (Col. 1:16) Our purpose isn’t self-glory — it’s making the name of Jesus known. Compete for His glory. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #PurposeInChrist

Thankful… Eventually “No discipline seems enjoyable at the time… but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness.” — Heb. 12:11 God disciplines us like a good coach — not to harm us, but to grow us. One day you may look back and say: “Thank You. I get it now.” #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #SpiritualGrowth

“Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.” Psalms 105:1 NIV bible.com/bible/111/psa.…

Small compromises lead to big consequences. Coach John Wooden taught players to remove wrinkles from their socks — because one wrinkle can cause a blister. God calls us to the same attention in our hearts. “Wisdom is supreme — so get wisdom.” (Prov. 4:7) Guard your heart. Choose character over compromise. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #CharacterMatters

Mental Training “Don’t worry about anything… present your requests to God.” — Philippians 4:6 Even elite athletes face anxiety. Strength grows through daily faith drills — prayer, Scripture and trust in God. Train your mind. Trust His peace. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #GodsPeace

Discipline and consistency develop confidence and establish the habits that determine our character and lifestyle. Leave no doubt. B.E.S.T. +1 📈🎯

Refined Through Failure “This book of instruction must not depart from your mouth…” — Joshua 1:8 Failure doesn’t define you — it can refine you. Sometimes God uses the wrong lane to lead you to the right one. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #Growth

Take Me Home. Trip to visit Morgantown was fantastic. Thankful and blessed to be continuing my academic and football career with @WVUfootball #RichRod #BigScoe #Unicorn @CoachTTrickett @RealCoachRod @Ian_Salkil @CoachRGarrett @adamgorney @kwhit4 @RecruitWestlake @WestlakeSports1 @Rivals @Hayesfawcett3 @RustyMansell_ @ChadSimmons_ @SWiltfong_ @InsideHashes @Andrew_Ivins @TEwracademy @TheUCReport @AE5Basketball @RyanCallahan247 @MaxPreps @samspiegs @DukestheScoop

#AGTG BLESSED to receive an offer from Georgia Tech!!!!!🐝 @RecruitWestlake @kwhit4 @CoachBrentKeyGT @Coach_KPope @coach_semore @ChadSimmons_ @adamgorney

#AGTG Extremely honored and blessed to receive an offer from Mizzou!!! @MaureyBland6 @CoachDNic @MizzouFootball @CoachDrinkwitz @RecruitWestlake @kwhit4

Handling Criticism “Am I striving to please people?” — Galatians 1:10 Criticism will come, especially when you’re chasing big goals. But God gives us grace, truth and safe people to help turn criticism into growth. Don’t chase approval. Serve Christ. #Devotion #FCATeam #FaithInSports #HandlingCriticism

Pause and Praise “LORD, there is no one like you.” — 1 Chronicles 17:20 It’s easy to promise praise before the breakthrough. But do we pause and thank God after He comes through? Today, stop and praise Him — not just for what He’s done, but for who He is. #Devotion #FCATeam #PraiseGod #Gratitude