The Gospel In The Game Sports Podcast
Faith. Sports. Leadership. Life.
The Gospel In The Game Sports Podcast explores where faith and athletics intersect. Through honest conversations with coaches, athletes, sports executives, chaplains, authors, and Christian leaders, we uncover how the Gospel transforms competition, leadership, identity, and everyday life.
Whether you're a hockey player, coach, parent, athlete, sports fan, or someone seeking to grow in your Christian faith, this podcast will encourage and challenge you to live with purpose both on and off the field, rink, or court.
Each episode features practical wisdom, inspiring stories, biblical truth, and leadership lessons from people who are making an impact in sports while following Christ. We discuss topics like mental toughness, character development, coaching, discipleship, servant leadership, sports ministry, faith under pressure, overcoming adversity, identity in Christ, and building winning cultures that honor God.
If you enjoy podcasts about Christian living, sports leadership, coaching, athlete development, hockey, discipleship, and personal growth, you'll find practical encouragement and meaningful conversations every week.
You'll hear conversations about:
- Christian faith and sports
- Hockey and athlete development
- Coaching and leadership
- Sports ministry and chaplaincy
- Mental performance and resilience
- Identity in Christ
- Team culture and character
- Parenting athletes
- Biblical leadership
- Purpose beyond the game
Our mission is simple:
To help athletes, coaches, parents, and sports leaders discover that the Gospel changes not only where we spend eternity—but also how we compete, lead, coach, serve, and live today.
New episodes are released every Friday.
Subscribe now and discover how the Gospel is bigger than the scoreboard—and how faith can transform every part of the game.
Episodes
46 episodes
Carrying the Conversation: Why Season 2 Changes Everything
Dan and Dave launch Gospel in the Game Season 2 with a fresh approach focused on authentic conversations rather than traditional testimonies. They explore how creating space for genuine dialogue reveals the deeper humanity and faith journeys of...
Testimony
As we wrap up our first season, we reflect on how shared dialogues create bonds and spark connections.We then shift our focus to the heart of Christian faith: the power of testimony. What makes a testimony different from a simple story?...
Envy
Longing for that elusive championship win, only to watch another team claim the trophy, can spark a deep sense of envy in any sports fan. We open up about those raw moments when envy has taken hold, exploring how this complex emotion seeps into...
Thanksgiving
As we cruise down memory lane, the conversation naturally flows into the heartwarming traditions of Thanksgiving, highlighting how we embrace the holiday but are we thankful? Gather ‘round as we laugh and reflect on these sha...
Habits and Addiction Part 2 of 2
Join us as we see how choices feed into our desires for validation. We reflect on the motivations behind these actions and consider how personal habits influence our lives positively and negatively, with insights from 2 Timothy 2:22 guiding our...
Habits and Addiction Part 1 of 2
This episode promises a thought-provoking journey through the everyday routines that define us, inviting you to reflect on your own habits.Explore with us the transformative power of developing good habits as we illustrate life lessons ...
Sacrifice
Sacrifices and struggles often go hand-in-hand, and we dive into the creative ways we’ve managed to make the best out of tough situations. Whether it's grappling with the distinction between needs and wants or finding joy in small victories. Ou...
Peace
Peace doesn't mean a life without conflict—it's about finding wholeness amidst chaos. We explore how disagreements, even over something as lighthearted as sports, can be transformed into opportunities for growth and understanding. Through the l...
Jacob Pries - Belief and Baseball
One from the archives. Recorded in July 2019. Have you ever wondered how faith can weave its way through the world of sports and beyond? Join us for this captivating episode featuring Jacob Preece, a former relief pitcher for the Edmon...
Disaster - Trauma
Explore the ripple effects of seemingly trivial incidents and how they shape our mindset well into adulthood. Our conversation kicks off with light-hearted tales from yesteryears, only to pivot into a candid discussion on how such experiences c...
Free Will
Have you ever found yourself suddenly noticing the struggles of others, simply because you've faced similar challenges? This episode is all about free will but also comes with the empathy and understanding that emerges from shared experiences. ...
Rejection
How do you handle rejection—do you take your ball and go home, or stick it out? This week on Gospel in the Game, we explore how childhood reactions to frustration can shape our adult lives. We unpack the subtle yet powerful impact of daily rout...
Care
Ever felt the frustration of getting a shrug and a "whatever" when you're trying to have a meaningful conversation? In our latest episode of Gospel in the Game, we unpack the significance of clear and caring communication, exploring how small g...
Pride
Join us as we kick off with a spirited discussion about pride. Conversation on the dual nature of pride—how it can lead to arrogance and stubbornness or serve as a source of personal and societal achievement. Our reflections on the biblical say...
Nicole Hensley - Faith and Sport Journey
From the vault. Recorded in 2019 this episode shares the story of faith and sport from Nicole Hensley. Have you ever wondered how faith and sports intersect in the lives of top athletes? Olympic gold medalist and renowned goaltender Nicole Hens...
Anger
As an athlete there are different ways to get you perform well. Have you ever had a coach that tries to get you fired up but it actually makes you annoyed?Or maybe you struggle with frustration that leads to anger. That kind of anger that t...
Comfort
Earn it! Simple to say. Hard to do. In life there are some things we can earn and other things come at a cost. Sport is no different. What happens when we don't get what we deserve? So many things to discuss ...
Human
I want to win but I fail. I am human after all and make mistakes. When I have missed the target and fall short, do I have hope? Why try if I am just going to fail.For many athletes there is a great struggle with wanting to be an athlete...
Purpose
As an athlete, what brings me purpose? When the race is hard. The training is exhausting. Is my purpose only to play sports? Do I have a role to play outside of the game? For many athletes there is a great struggle with wanting to ...
Identity
What builds my identity as an athlete? Is it my sport, position or accolades that builds my identity? When the whistle blows and the game is done what makes me who I am?For many athletes there is a great struggle with wanting to be an a...
Sport and Faith Collide
Even in families, individuals and churches there can be conflict and tension that comes with sport. A cost for participating is not always money but can be time away from other commitments.... like church. The cost of missing Sunday service, fr...
