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Kirk Cousins: The Prayer That Changed His Life
In this special episode of The Just Life, host Benjamin Watson sits down with 14-year NFL veteran, Bart Starr Award winner, and quarterback Kirk Cousins. Partnering with the International Justice Mission (IJM), Benjamin and Kirk explore what it means to live out biblical justice, the reality of spiritual warfare on the front lines, and how a prayer Kirk muttered as a 17-year-old high school student shaped his approach to generosity and advocacy in the NFL.
Takeaways:
The Innate Sense of Justice: Kirk discusses how humans are born with an intrinsic understanding of right and wrong, using his young son's natural desire to "referee" the neighborhood as a prime example of how our spirits are created to long for justice.
A 20-Year Journey with IJM: Kirk shares the origin story of his commitment to combating human trafficking, which began at age 17 when he heard IJM founder Gary Haugen speak at a Sunday night church service.
An Answered Prayer: As a teenager, Kirk prayed that God would give him the resources to fund the fight against trafficking. Years later, finding himself playing in Washington DC with an NFL contract exceeding his wildest dreams, he knew it was time to fulfill his end of that prayer.
The Reality of Spiritual Warfare: Reflecting on a powerful moment between his pastor father and Gary Haugen, Kirk reminds listeners that combating systemic oppression isn't just a physical battle; it's spiritual warfare that requires preeminent prayer.
The Trap of Distraction: Kirk opens up with vulnerability about the daily distractions of adulthood and how he continuously checks his own heart to ensure personal comfort doesn't cloud his ability to see the desperate needs of others.
Defining "The Just Life": Drawing from Micah 6:8, Kirk shares that a just life is defined by three simple but profound commands: to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
Resources:
International Justice Mission (IJM): Learn more about the global fight against human trafficking and modern slavery at IJM.org.
Team Freedom: Join the growing community of professional athletes and families dedicating their platforms to ending slavery.
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In this special episode of The Just Life, host Benjamin Watson sits down with 14-year NFL veteran, Bart Starr Award winner, and quarterback Kirk Cousins. Partnering with the International Justice Mission (IJM), Benjamin and Kirk explore what it means to live out biblical justice, the reality of spiritual warfare on the front lines, and how a prayer Kirk muttered as a 17-year-old high school student shaped his approach to generosity and advocacy in the NFL.
Takeaways:
The Innate Sense of Justice: Kirk discusses how humans are born with an intrinsic understanding of right and wrong, using his young son's natural desire to "referee" the neighborhood as a prime example of how our spirits are created to long for justice.
A 20-Year Journey with IJM: Kirk shares the origin story of his commitment to combating human trafficking, which began at age 17 when he heard IJM founder Gary Haugen speak at a Sunday night church service.
An Answered Prayer: As a teenager, Kirk prayed that God would give him the resources to fund the fight against trafficking. Years later, finding himself playing in Washington DC with an NFL contract exceeding his wildest dreams, he knew it was time to fulfill his end of that prayer.
The Reality of Spiritual Warfare: Reflecting on a powerful moment between his pastor father and Gary Haugen, Kirk reminds listeners that combating systemic oppression isn't just a physical battle; it's spiritual warfare that requires preeminent prayer.
The Trap of Distraction: Kirk opens up with vulnerability about the daily distractions of adulthood and how he continuously checks his own heart to ensure personal comfort doesn't cloud his ability to see the desperate needs of others.
Defining "The Just Life": Drawing from Micah 6:8, Kirk shares that a just life is defined by three simple but profound commands: to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.
Resources:
International Justice Mission (IJM): Learn more about the global fight against human trafficking and modern slavery at IJM.org.
Team Freedom: Join the growing community of professional athletes and families dedicating their platforms to ending slavery.
Subscribe & Review: If you were inspired by this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to The Just Life on your favorite podcast platform!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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