Their Words. Their Terms.
Thoughts from Faith Driven Athletes.
The Biggest Win
Carson Wentz’s life was about to change forever, and he had no control over the results. For a self-described “achiever” who often only sleeps six hours on his off days—so he has time to tackle his to-do list— this was a problem.
Facing Your Blitz
The election happened. It looks like we’re changing presidents. Can we find reconciliation and unity in a president? Likely not. That is up to you and me, people who follow the only One who brings ultimate reconciliation and peace.
How to Be Real in a World Full of Fakes
Check out this excerpt from Sam Acho’s new book, Let the World See You: How to Be Real in a World Full of Fakes. A must-read for any Faith Driven Athlete!
Podcast Episode 24 - Let the World See You
Hear Sam Acho describe what it means to be authentic in a world full of fakes.
Consider it Joy
My name is Gardner Minshew and I played quarterback at Washington State University. Only a few people in Pullman knew that name a few years ago, but it's amazing what can happen when you surrender to God's plan.
Podcast Episode 22 - The Original College Gameday
Craig James tackles The Pony Express, life as a college football analyst, and what made him go to seminary.
Will You Give Everything to God?
In this excerpt from his new book Focus and Finish, Pro Bowl tight end Zach Ertz shares the life-changing moment when he decided to submit everything to the Lord.
Podcast Episode 21 - The Journeymen
Hear Luke and Josh McCown share their NFL experience with a combined 18 teams.
Leaving a Mark
When Artavis Pierce got injured, he had to watch his replacement exceed everyone’s expectations and threaten to keep the starting spot even on Pierce’s return. Jealousy is real. But it doesn’t have to control us.
Trusting God's Plan
Coming out of college, Phillip Lindsay didn’t know if the NFL would even give him a shot. Now, after making the Pro Bowl as a Rookie, he still trusts God’s plan—no matter what it is…
Podcast Episode 19 - The Greatest Comeback
Frank Reich relives an NFL classic and shares his journey from QB to seminary president to NFL Coach.
Be Not Weary
At the end of every podcast, we like to ask our guests to share what God has been teaching them in this season of life. Earl Smith, former chaplain at San Quentin prison and current chaplain for the San Francisco 49ers and Golden State Warriors, encouraged us to not grow weary of doing good—even in trying and difficult seasons.
Podcast Episode 14 - Death Row Chaplain
Shot six times. Saved on the streets. Minister to death row inmates in San Quentin prison. Chaplain for the San Francisco 49ers and Golden State Warriors. The story of Earl Smith is one you just can’t miss.
From the Pits to the Palace
At the end of every podcast, we like to ask our guests to share what God has been teaching them in this season of life. Les Steckel, Vietnam War Veteran, Super Bowl Coach, and former President of FCA, shared how God has been with him every step of his unpredictable journey.
From the Skies Over Northern Iraq to the Super Bowl
I consider it a tremendous blessing that I had the opportunity to do a lot of things in my life, but my identity and my significance don’t lie in any of them. As I learned in one of the darkest times of my life, my identity is solely in my relationship with Christ.
Podcast Episode 13 - One Yard Short
Hear Les Steckel share his experience as a marine, a Vietnam war vet, a football player, and a football coach—not to mention the story behind one of the most famous plays in Super Bowl history.
That’s What It Cost
At the end of every podcast, we like to ask our guests to share what God has been teaching them in this season of life. Benjamin Watson shared how God is opening his eyes to the devastating power of sin during the week of Easter.
Podcast Episode 9 - It's Time for Honest Conversations
This conversation is about the NFL, race, abortion, and parenting. Seriously, Benjamin Watson covered it all. And in times like these, we’re grateful that he led us into such an honest and real conversation.
