exercise
Exercise for the Good of Your Soul (with David Mathis) – EP 247
David Mathis joins the podcast to explore how Christians should think about their bodies and exercise.
Faith and Sports
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friendshipSports and Friendship
Andy Shurson reminds us to foster community through sports, not allowing sports to become isolating.
- formation
Reclaiming Competition: Youth Sports and the Shema
David Givens looks at Deuteronomy 6:4–9, known as the Shema, and how it impacts our priorities in youth sports.
- betting
David Bahnsen on Sports Gambling and Sin – EP 246
David Bahnsen joins Dr. Quinn to explore the growing trend of sports gambling and prediction markets, their impact on culture, morality, and Christian formation.
- ministry
The 18 Mile Marathon
Jeremy Smith encourages us to run our races well, and to avoid those tempting exit ramps
Church and Travel Ball
Benjamin Quinn extols families and pastors to faithfully evaluate travel sports rather than passively accommodate them.
formation
On Losing
Mason Ballard reminds readers that sports have much to teach for life, even in losing.
sports
Opening Day and the New Jerusalem
Tyler Burton connects our joy, anticipation, and hope of the Opening Day of baseball to the same longings for heaven.
sports
Faith and Youth Sports (with Brian Smith and Ed Yuzinski) – EP 242
Dr. Benjamin Quinn engages with guests Brian Smith and Ed Yuzinski to discuss the intersection of faith and sports, particularly focusing on how parents and ministry leaders can better navigate youth sports.
sports
Call for Pitches: The Way of Christ in Sports and Recreation
The Center for Faith and Culture publishes articles that equip ministry leaders on our monthly themes. Our theme […]
creation care
Hunting Ethically: A Personal Perspective and Approach
Colt Elrod overviews Biblical ethics for hunting and offers practical ways a Christian ought to engage in the sport and trade.
sports
The Value of Sports
Andrew J. Spencer discusses how the tragedy of so much of American sports culture is that it is often more work than play.
Christ and Culture
American Christianity and Big Time Sports (with Paul Putz) – EP 187
Paul Putz discusses the intersection of faith and sports, exploring how sports can serve as a platform for Christian identity and community. He shares his personal journey from a small-town upbringing to leading the Faith and Sports Institute at Baylor University.
Culture
Fandom and the Way of Christ
Chad Huffman discusses the potential Christ-like facets of participating in a fandom
formation
The Creational Goodness of Sports and Competition in the Biblical Story
Michael Goheen discusses rightly-ordered love for sports in relation to the gospel
Christ and Culture
Faithfulness in Family Sports (with Danny Akin) – EP 186
Dr. Danny Akin, President of Southeastern Seminary, joins the show's first-ever live recording to discuss his story in sports as an athlete, father, and ministry leader. Dr. Akin navigates the tension of loving sports and remaining faithful to commitments to Jesus Christ and His church.
Culture
Shame and Keeping Your Head in The Game
Emeri Glen discusses brutal forms of sports and the role of shame in the Christian's life
connecting points
Quinn: What is The Way of Christ in Sports?
Dr. Quinn proposes a healthy model for how to engage with technology in a fruitful, Christ-like manner.
Christ and Culture
On Sports Gambling (with RaShan Frost) – EP 184
This conversation explores the ethics of sports gambling, particularly in the context of Christian perspectives. It discusses the growth of sports betting since the 2018 Supreme Court ruling, its societal impacts, including financial and relational consequences, and the need for a clear Christian stance on gambling.
Culture
Are Sports Worthy of Our Fandom?
Should Christians enter into Sports Fandom? Jason Park discusses the possible pitfalls of this sphere of culture.
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