In this powerful episode of The Sam Acho Podcast, Lamorris Crawford shares his remarkable journey from growing up in the rough streets of Chicago to serving as the team chaplain for the Carolina Panthers. Through his story, Lamorris reveals how faith, identity, and purpose shaped his life and marriage  and how they continue to guide him in the world of professional sports.
He opens up about the challenges of high divorce rates among athletes, the dangers of finding identity in performance, and what it really means to “deflect the glory” back to God. Lamorris and Sam dive deep into conversations on parenting, overcoming adversity, and finding strength through community and faith including Lamorris’s inspiring account of walking alongside his wife through her battle with MS.
Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, or simply navigating life’s challenges, this episode reminds you that true fulfillment comes not from what you do, but from who you are in Christ.

Key Topics:
Faith and identity beyond performance

Marriage and spiritual grounding in sports

Overcoming adversity and the power of community

Parenting, purpose, and protecting what matters most

Living a life that deflects glory back to God