UNPACKIN' it-Sports Fans Following Jesus

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ed Uszynski, unpack how our views on the March Madness tournament have changed over the years... just like how we must change our perspective on things to align more with Christ. This Week's Questions:1. When is stubbornness good, and bad?2. When do we need to realize that our views may need to change on certain topics?3. How do you realize that the world culture views might not align with God's views and wishes for us?Ed Uszynski's Links: Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/donate/fundraisers/#coaches-tournamentEd's Book: "Untangling Critical Race Theory" https://www.ivpress.com/untangling-critical-race-theoryVisit 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 Jobey Thomas unpack the unbelievable and remarkable storylines surrounding this year's Final Four...and how they parallel the unbelievable and remarkable story of Jesus.This Week's Questions:Why is it a "good thing" that we don't understand everything there is to know about God?Since we can't know everything about God, is it even worth to effort to attempt to know Him more?How does our growth in knowledge lead to our growth in worship?Be sure to check out Jobey's podcast "The Layups and Gimmies" on Spotify: "The Layups and Gimmies"Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host Brian Goins unpack how top teams in the NCAA Tournament put away their opponents...and how this relates to putting away sin in our lives.This Week's Questions:How does the Holy Spirit allow us to experience victory over our sins?What does it look like to practically put away sin amid temptation?How can overconfidence lead us to fall into sin?Join the UNPACKIN' it Bracket Challenge: Register HereBrian Goins' Links: https://shop.familylife.com/product/playing-hurt-a-guys-strategy-for-a-winning-marriage/https://www.familylife.com/married-with-benefits/https://www.familylife.com/art-of-marriage/home/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson unpacks how teams will have to overcome fear throughout March Madness...and how we experience victory over our fears in life.This Week's Questions:How do we get to the point of not fearing the bad things that could happen in our lives?How does focusing on the forgiveness and eternal life that's found in Jesus help us overcome fear in the here and now?How do we get to the root of what is causing fear in our lives?Join the UNPACKIN' it Bracket Challenge: Register HereVisit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Bob Schindler unpack how Russell Wilson is looking to revive his career in Pittsburgh...and how it relates to our lives being revived and rejuvenated.This Week's Questions:Why is humility the first step to experiencing a personal revival?Are we ultimately able to bring about revival through our efforts?Why is it important to "show up" even when you don't feel like it?Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ray Hardee unpack how NFL general managers evaluate draft prospects...and how we properly use discernment as followers of Jesus.This Week's Questions:What is the difference between being judgmental and having discernment?What role does the Bible play in helping us grow in discernment?How is wisdom different than knowledge?Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Matt Vanderbilt unpack Wake Forest fans storming the court and Duke's player getting hurt...and how we aren't meant to remain in the crowd.This Week's Questions:How can hanging around in the wrong circumstances do damage to us as we follow Jesus?Why is it so important that we surround ourselves with the right "teammates"?How do we balance our need to reach out to unbelievers with our need to be removed from the world?Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and Luke Heaton unpack how the NBA has ambassadors and players who represent the league...and how this parallels our role as followers of Jesus.This Week's Questions:• What does it practically look like for us to be ambassadors for Christ?• How does God use our lives and our witness to draw people into a relationship with Him?• Do my weaknesses as a believer disqualify me from serving as one of Jesus' ambassadors?Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode, Bryce chats with former NFL receiver Jerricho Cotchery, former NFL defensive back Tre Boston, and current Carolina Panthers Game Management Coordinator George Li to discuss football and faith.This edited audio was taken from "Super Saturday X", a special event put on by UNPACKIN' it the day before the Super Bowl.Visit our website to sign up to receive our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by checking out our Donation Page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryce Johnson and Luke Heaton unpack how the Chiefs will handle their Super Bowl win...and how we handle the blessings and successes in our lives.This Week's Questions:• Why can it be more difficult to depend on God when things are going well?• How do we stay rooted and grounded in Christ when times aren't difficult?• As followers of Jesus, how should we utilize the blessings that we receive from God?Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: www.unpackinit.comBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: UNPACKIN' it on YouVersion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.