On today's episode Nick, Zach, and Seth discuss the root idol that is probably the most pervasive in our culture: comfort and pleasure. The crew talks about how the pursuit of comfort can hinder our athletic performance and our walk with God and discuss how we can find comfort and pleasure in pursuing the will of God.

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Show References:

Psalm 16:11

Philippians 4:12-13

John 4:31-32

Matthew 16:24

2 Corinthians 1:3-6

James 1:2-4

Luke 12:13-21

1 Corinthians 9:2

How does control manifest itself in our lives personally and athletically? How does Jesus call us to live? Nick, Zach, and Seth dive into the idol of control and share some stories, Scripture, and thoughts as to how we can live and compete according "to" the Word of God, "by" the power of God, and "for" the glory of God.

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Show References:

Paul Tripp Quote

Matthew 7:13-14

Proverbs 14:12

Colossians 1:16-18

Ephesians 2:10

Proverbs 3:5-6

In this episode Nick, Seth, and Zach talk about how we can use athletic competition as way to seek approval from others as well as ourselves. How should we view ourselves in light of our standing with Christ, and how does that understanding shape the way we view our involvement in competition? 

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References:

4 Root Idols

Galatians 1:10

Acts 17

Reality Sports

Ephesians 2:13

John 15:18-19

Luke 6:46-49

Romans 8:31-39

Philippians 2:6-8

On today's episode we introduce the 4 Root Idols and discuss the idol of power. Nick, Zach, and Seth share stories about how winning can be used to fulfill a lust for power and recognition.

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4 Root Idols

Luke 14:25-27

Mark 9: 42-49

1 John 5:3

Should we desire to win? How does the concept of winning fit in with competing according to the Word of God, by the power of God, and for the glory of God? Nick, Zach, and Seth discuss the concept of winning and what role it should play in competition.

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Show References:

Mark 12:41-44

Luke 21:1-4

On this episode of "The Competing Biblically Podcast" Nick, Seth & Zach talk about ministering to those who are not in our immediate realm of influence including fans and custodial staff. 

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Matthew 25:40

Micah 6:8

Philippians 2:1-11

Ministering to our teams and coaches seems reasonable, but how to we minister to our opponents? Nick, Zack, and Seth explore this idea and share stories of how they have seen God move in their opponents.

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Show References:

Romans 5:10

Ephesians 6

Matthew 5

Honoring Authority can be difficult for many of us, but this is especially true during athletic competition. Join us as we talk about how we can be ambassadors for Christ in how we treat officials, referees, and sanctioning bodies.

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Show References:

Romans 13:1

Luke 6:46-49

1 John 2:1

1 John 1:9

How can we be ambassador's for Christ to those that are closest to us? Nick introduces us to the Four Areas of Mission and Seth & Pancake join to talk about how we can minister in the First Area of Mission.

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Show References:

Acts 1:8

Matthew 5:16

Acts 17

Ephesians 4:29

Colossians 3:23

1 John 5:3

Walking with Christ is not a spectator sport! Nick, Seth, and Zach walk through 2 Corinthians 5 & 6 as well as the Great Commission and share how God has given us a mission to minister to those around us in the world of sport.

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Show References:

2 Corinthians 5:17-21

2 Corinthians 6:1-2

Ambassador Definition

Reconcile Definition

2 Timothy 2:2

Matthew 28:18-20

"As You Go"