UNPACKIN' it-Sports Fans Following Jesus

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Travis Vaughn, unpack college football expanding to a 12-team playoff…and how it relates to us finding true purpose and meaning in life.Today's Questions:What is the correct perspective that allows us to see purpose and meaning in everything that we do?How do view and define "success" as followers of Jesus?How do we ensure that we enjoy God more than we enjoy the gifts that He gives us?Purchase raffle tickets to win awesome sports prizes and experiences, and to help support our ministry work: Raffle TicketsCheck out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional: The Sports DevotionalLearn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports: https://www.upward.org/unpack/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Bryce Johnson unpacks the faithfulness and devotion of NFL fan bases…and how we can be encouraged to be faithful and loyal followers of Jesus.Today's Questions Include:What does it look like to push through our emotions in order to remain loyal in our faith?How does our faithfulness in the midst of troubling times help improve our witness to the world?How does meditating on God's faithfulness help us to be more faithful as we follow Him?Purchase raffle tickets to win awesome sports prizes and experiences, and to help support our ministry work: Raffle TicketsCheck out our newly-released book, "The Sports Devotional": The Sports DevotionalLearn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports: https://www.upward.org/unpack/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and impactful interview, Cody discusses his unique relationship with Garth Brooks, the unrealistic expectations surrounding Bill Belichick, the difficulties of playing for a losing team, the Lord's kindness in helping him to overcome adversity during his NFL career and finding identity away from the gridiron. Check out our newly-released book, "The Sports Devotional": https://www.inviteresources.com/lp/sports-devotional-landingVisit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+itCoaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Jason Romano, talk about the comparisons between Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan, and how followers of Jesus need to emulate Jesus in their own lives.Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament:https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/For more information on Upward Sports: https://www.upward.org/unpack/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App:https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s guest is former NFL wide receiver Don Beebe. He played for the Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, and Green Bay Packers during his nine seasons. He was a part of six Super Bowl teams and won Super Bowl XXXI with the Packers. He has been the Head Football Coach at Aurora University since 2018. He has a new devotional book called, “Never Give Up” and you can find more details on Donbeebe.com.Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament:https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Trip Smith, unpack how the the first round of the 2024 NFL draft was offense-heavy and neglected the defense, and how this relates to followers of Jesus forgetting to reinforce their defenses against temptation and sin. This Week's Question:1. Are we willing to confess the sin in our lives and properly address our need for a strong defense to fight against it?Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org...Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson interviews former San Diego Chargers running back and current free agent, Josh Kelley. They talk about the upcoming draft, fatherhood, faith, and more. Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament:https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org...Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Nate Salley (former Ohio State and Carolina Panthers football player), unpack how NFL teams may reach too early for the QB they think they want, we as Christians might force our own way of doing things when God may have a better plan for us further down the road. This Week's Questions:1. When have you forced something in your life that didn't pay off?2. When have you seen God's plan come to fruition in your life by being patient?Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals - https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App - https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27%20it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson interviews former Appalachian State football coach, Jerry Moore. They talk about that legendary upset against Michigan, players, faith, as well as being an example for others. Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org...Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.