House of Bricks

Adam is joined by recent Bethel University grad, Aaron Loe. Aaron was a two-sport athlete at Bethel, playing both Football and Basketball. Aaron is also newly married and just moved from Minneapolis to Phoenix, Arizona.

Aaron shares of the process of learning to follow Jesus and the bumps along the road. Aaron shares the perspective of having an accountability partner to walk in the faith with. He also emphasizes the importance of seeking mentorship and putting yourself out there, which was huge for him. Lastly,

Aaron shares about a time he sat down with a close friend of his to lovingly point him away from the sin he was living in. He dives into the challenge of this, desiring not to come off in a judging or unloving way. That friend joins the pod to discuss his perspective of that conversation with Aaron. You don't want to miss it!

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This week on the pod, Adam is joined by Kyle Nordling, a South Dakota State Track & Field / Cross Country athlete. However, Kyle recently decided to step away from the sport.

Adam and Kyle dive into how Kyle's faith journey began and the Ultimate Training Camp's impact. Kyle shares the freedom the Lord has given him, letting go of what others think about him. Kyle also talks about leadership, where he has found God-given gifts and the process of learning how to lead spiritually.

Adam is joined by Carlo Mallari, a former swimmer at the University of St. Thomas and a current Physical Therapy student at the University of Minnesota. In this episode, Adam and Carlo answer the question of "What do you love the most?".

Beyond that, Carlo shares what it looks like to have a variety of passions; from swimming, photography, videography, music, physical therapy, and faith. Carlo shares how he's grown in his faith and surrendered every area of his life to God. Adam and Carlo also talk about the importance of serving the Lord through using their gifts. The two answer questions surrounding the topic of idolatry and desires, and what it looks like to delight in the Lord.

Psalm 37:4

Adam is joined by Minnesota Gophers women's Basketball players Annika Stewart and Mara Braun. Annika is coming off of four years at the University of Nebraska and taking her fifth year with the Gophers. Mara is entering her junior year with the Gophers.

Both Annika and Mara share about their heart transformation through Jesus and the joy He has filled their lives with. Annika shares the leaps of faith she took to follow the Lord to the fullest and how she worked through the challenges in doing that. She also shares the peace Jesus has given her in basketball regardless of her role on the team. Mara shares how the Lord has reminded her of where her identity is and helped her release from the pressure of performing. She also shares how she has used her large platform on social media and within the game to begin to share the gospel and be a leader.

The two also talk about what it looks like to be a Christian on a team and a sneak peek into how to share the gospel through their actions and leadership on a team.

Adam Bricker, host of the “House of Bricks” podcast and Kellen Fife, host of the “All the Way In” podcast come together for a SPECIAL episode this week. This episode features Jake Bracewell, Athletes in Action staff member with UCLA, and Breezy Burnett, a Junior outfielder with the Minnesota Gophers Softball team. Live from the Ultimate Training Camp, Jake and Breezy talk about their pre SPECIAL thoughts followed up by their post SPECIAL thoughts. 

The “SPECIAL” is a 20 hour team competition in which athletes are completely broken down physically, mentally, and spiritually and then built back up. In this 20 hours, athletes meet Jesus face to face and experience Him in new ways.

Adam is joined by Nick Parsons who is a full-time Athletes in Action staff member with SMU in Texas. Nick shares about his coming to surrender his life to Jesus Christ and the complete transformation in his heart and life. He shares about his faith journey within his marriage, community, and CrossFit leading to being called into vocational ministry with Athletes in Action. Nick and Adam discuss the Ultimate Training Camp and its unforgettable and powerful experience. The two also share insight and encouragement for new believers or those curious about who Jesus is and what a relationship with Him looks like.

Joining Adam this week is Open Door Fellowship Lead Pastor, Caleb Lynch. Caleb was born and raised in Phoenix and took over the former role of his father as Lead Pastor. Before his current role, Caleb was a track coach at Arizona Christian University and ran track at Azusa Pacific before that. Caleb shares about his time as a dominant track runner and what it looks like to honor the Lord while desiring to be the best at what we do. He touches on what it means to have FREEDOM and JOY in the Lord. He also shares a look at the behind-the-scenes of being a pastor and his consistent intentionality in opening his arms up for the Lord to have His way.

Aaron Shackelford, a draft pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2019, joins Adam this week on the pod. Aaron earned himself a spot in AAA last year with the Indianapolis Indians, playing 113 games, before asking for his release this previous month. He is currently a free agent working out in Arizona.

Shack shares the role that the Master's University and going away for a summer to Alaska played in him fully surrendering his life to Christ. He talks about how he went from not wanting to attend Masters to looking back now and reflecting upon his gratitude for its impact on his faith walk. Shack walks us through living for God's glory in his life and playing ball. He shares the mental battle he has continued to fight with within the game and his desire to succeed. However, he talks of the importance of being a light to his teammates and setting an example no matter the success or failure he is experiencing.

Revelation 3: 15-16

"I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish that you were cold or hot. So, because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I am going to spit you out of my mouth".

On this week's episode, Adam is joined by Bethel University Campus Pastor and Golf Coach, Nick Cocalis. Nick shares his life growing up and the life-changing interaction he had in his senior year of college, which was a pivotal step in going all in on his faith. He talks about what he is excited about in his new role as Campus Pastor and opening up the golf culture within the team to anyone to "just come and see" John 1:39. He also shares a moment he believes was the Lord bringing someone back to life. You don't want to miss it. Following this, Nick gives some amazing wisdom and insight on marriage and what a healthy and honoring marriage looks like.

St. Cloud St. Forwards Addi Scribner and Katie Kaufman join Adam this week on the pod. Following capping off their final year of college hockey, Addi and Katie share about their college careers and insight into bringing Jesus out onto the ice with them. The two emphasize the importance of setting an example as a follower of Christ and the fulfillment we will always have by knowing that we can always be satisfied in Him. They also touch on what it looks like to seek the Lord's will for their lives and results on the ice which has relieved the stress of performance anxiety.

Adam, Katie, and Addie also talk about the Ultimate Training Camp and its significant impact on their community and faith walk.