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.
sports
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Christ and CultureAmerican 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.
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Culture
Fandom and the Way of Christ
Chad Huffman discusses the potential Christ-like facets of participating in a fandom
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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
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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.
creation
Do Hard Things: Why all Christians Should Exercise
Jeremy Smith argues for why discipline in exercise is part of stewarding the body well.
Culture
Running and Discipline(s)
Jacob Shatzer reflects on his personal relationship with the discipline of running and how it relates to fostering a deeper relationship with his God.
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