In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Christian Run Coach Elizabeth concludes the Spiritual Run Gear series by exploring the Sword of the Spirit, the only offensive weapon in the Armor of God (Ephesians 6:17), and how Christian runners can use God’s Word to fight fear, doubt, and discouragement.

As Christian runners, we spend a lot of time learning how to defend ourselves against fear, doubt, discouragement, and comparison. But God didn't just give us armor for protection - He gave us a weapon. The Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God, equips us to fight back against the enemy's lies with truth.

Whether you're training for your first race, chasing a marathon PR, or simply seeking to grow closer to Jesus, this episode will encourage you to carry God's Word with you every step of the journey.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• Why the Sword of the Spirit is the only offensive weapon in the Armor of God
• How Jesus used Scripture to defeat temptation and overcome the enemy's attacks
• How to create Scripture-based running mantras for training and racing

Who is this episode for:

• Christian runners who want to grow in both faith and running
• Athletes battling fear, doubt, anxiety, or discouragement
• Runners looking for biblical motivation during training and racing
• Anyone who loves Jesus

Weekly Challenge: Before your next run, choose one Bible verse that speaks to your current season. Memorize it, pray through it, and repeat it throughout your run whenever fear, fatigue, or doubt begin to creep in. Let God's Word become your Sword of the Spirit and your strongest running mantra.

To learn how to use Scripture for your running mantras, listen to this episode: Christian Running Mindset: How to Create Biblical Race Mantras That Point You to Jesus

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In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Christian Run Coach Elizabeth continues the Spiritual Run Gear series by exploring the Helmet of Salvation, one of the six pieces of the Armor of God found in Ephesians 6:17.

Have you ever noticed how quickly fear, doubt, negative self-talk, or discouragement can creep into your mind during training, racing, or even the race of life? The enemy often attacks our thoughts first, making the Helmet of Salvation essential spiritual protection for every Christian runner.

Join Coach Elizabeth as she explains how understanding your salvation and your identity in Christ helps guard your mind against lies, shame, fear, and condemnation.

In This Episode You'll Learn:

• Why the Helmet of Salvation is essential in spiritual warfare
• How to recognize and combat the enemy's lies
• Why your identity in Christ changes the way you train and race

Who is this episode for:

• Christian runners wanting to grow in both faith and running
• Athletes struggling with fear, doubt, anxiety, or negative self-talk
• Christians studying the Armor of God
• Anyone who loves Jesus

Challenge: Before you lace up your running shoes each day, take a moment to intentionally put on the Helmet of Salvation. Thank God for your salvation, remind yourself who you are in Christ, and choose one Bible verse to meditate on throughout your run and your day.

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth breaks down one of the most powerful pieces of the Armor of God, the Shield of Faith from Ephesians 6:16.

As Christian runners and endurance athletes, we don’t just face physical challenges in training. We also face mental and spiritual battles—doubt, fear, comparison, discouragement, and the lies of the enemy that try to slow us down or stop us altogether.

This episode explores how the Shield of Faith is not passive belief, but an active, living trust in God’s character, His Word, and His promises, even when your circumstances don’t make sense.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What the Shield of Faith means in Ephesians 6:16
• How to recognize and extinguish the enemy’s “flaming arrows” of doubt, fear, and discouragement
• How to replace lies with the truth of God’s Word

Who is this episode for:

• Christian runners wanting faith-based running motivation
• Endurance athletes battling fear, doubt, or mental fatigue
• Runners seeking to integrate Jesus into their training and identity
• Anyone who loves Jesus

Challenge: Take time to identify the “flaming arrows” you’ve been facing lately, thoughts, fears, or discouragement that show up during training or life.

Then choose one Bible verse that will serve as your Shield of Faith. Write it down, speak it over yourself, and bring it with you on your next run as a reminder of God’s truth and protection.

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth continues the spiritual running gear series by focusing on the essential piece: The Shoes of Peace.

Have you ever considered how the right footwear can impact your running and your spiritual journey?

Join Elizabeth as she explores the significance of the Shoes of Peace, drawing parallels between proper running shoes and spiritual readiness. She emphasizes the importance of being grounded in the Gospel of Peace, which empowers us to face life's challenges with confidence and strength.

Through personal anecdotes and biblical insights, Elizabeth encourages listeners to reflect on their spiritual footing and how it aligns with their daily lives. As you lace up for your next run, think about how the Shoes of Peace can guide your steps and help you navigate the terrain of life.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• The importance of a gait analysis for finding the right running shoes
• How spiritual footing affects our overall life and running performance
• The role of the community in identifying and addressing weaknesses
• Practical ways to incorporate the Gospel of Peace into your daily routine

Who This Episode Is For:

• Runners seeking to deepen their faith while training
• Anyone wanting to understand the connection between running and spiritual growth
• Christian Runners who want to center their running on God
• Anyone who loves Jesus

Challenge: Take some time to go through the Spiritual Gait analysis that Elizabeth walks you through, with questions at the end of this episode.

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth takes us on a transformative journey through the second piece of the Armor of God: the Breastplate of Righteousness.

Have you ever considered the dual nature of righteousness and how it plays a crucial role in your spiritual and running life?

Join Elizabeth as she unpacks the significance of the Breastplate of Righteousness, highlighting its protective function for our hearts and how it mirrors our commitment to living a righteous life through Christ.

She emphasizes the importance of both imputed righteousness, received through faith, and practical righteousness, cultivated through sanctification.

As you prepare for your next run, think about how the Breastplate of Righteousness protects your heart and guides your steps, just like your fitness tracker keeps you aligned with your running goals.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The meaning of righteousness and its twofold nature
• How the Breastplate of Righteousness guards our hearts against the enemy's attacks
• The parallels between running gear and spiritual armor
• Practical ways to incorporate righteousness into your daily life

Who This Episode Is For:

• Runners seeking to deepen their faith while training
• Christian runners wanting to understand the connection between righteousness and running
• Anyone who loves Jesus

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Christian Run Coach Elizabeth dives deep into the first piece of the Armor of God: the Belt of Truth.

Have you ever thought about how this spiritual armor relates to your running gear?

Join Elizabeth as she explores the significance of wearing the Belt of Truth in our daily lives, especially in the context of running and faith. She emphasizes the importance of grounding ourselves in God's Word, which helps us discern truth from lies in a world full of deception.

This episode will challenge you to reflect on:

• The role of truth
• How to combat the enemy's lies with the truth of God's Word
• The importance of consistency in both your running and spiritual practices
• Ways to integrate scripture and faith into your daily runs

As you lace up your running shoes, think about the Belt of Truth and how it secures your identity in Christ, just like a runner's belt holds your essentials. Elizabeth encourages you to armor up every day and reminds you that endurance is essential, both in running and in life.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Runners looking to deepen their faith while training
• Christian athletes wanting to integrate their faith into their running
• Anyone who loves Jesus and seeks encouragement

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth delves into the spiritual warfare we face as Christians, emphasizing the importance of arming ourselves with the armor of God as we navigate life's challenges.

Are you prepared for the daily attacks of the enemy?

Elizabeth shares insights on how each piece of the armor of God, as described in Ephesians, parallels our running essentials, reminding us that just as we equip ourselves for physical races, we must also gear up spiritually for the race of life.

Through personal anecdotes, including her experience spectating a half-marathon, she illustrates the necessity of preparation, both in running and in faith.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the Armor of God means for Christian runners
• How spiritual warfare can impact your running, mindset, and daily life
• The importance of Christian community and encouragement
• How Jesus has already secured the victory for belivers

Who This Episode Is For:

• Christian runners seeking to deepen their faith during training
• Athletes looking to understand the connection between physical endurance and spiritual strength

• Believers wanting to learn how to armor up for daily life
• Anyone who loves Jesus

Listener Challenge: Take time to read Ephesians 6:10-18, and write down each piece of armor on a sticky note or note card, and put it somewhere you will look at each morning when you get ready for the day.

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In this episode of Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth shares a powerful story from her recent experience at the London Marathon, where unexpected challenges tested her faith and dependence on God.

Have you ever had everything go wrong right before a big race?

Elizabeth opens up about losing cell service and the ability to track her pace, forcing her to let go of control and trust the Lord as her ultimate guide.

What started as a frustrating situation became a defining moment of surrender, teaching her what it truly means to run by faith instead of metrics.

Through her journey, she reflects on:

• The importance of prayer and surrendering to God in moments of uncertainty
• How to run by feel instead of relying solely on data
• The powerful message of “doing it scared” and embracing discomfort
• How the absence of metrics can reveal a deeper purpose behind your race

This episode will challenge you to rethink your relationship with running and invite God into every stride, because sometimes, the best race plan is the one you release into His hands.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Runners who want to grow in their Christian faith during training
• Athletes learning to release control and trust God’s plan
• Anyone who has faced unexpected race-day challenges
• Christian runners seeking to run with purpose
• Anyone who loves Jesus

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In this episode of the Running His Race Podcast, Coach Elizabeth sits down with her brother, Dr. Colin Son, a neurosurgeon, to explore the powerful connection between running, brain health, and faith.

Have you ever wondered:

• Is a runner’s high actually real?
• Does visualization really improve race performance?
• How does running impact your brain long-term?

In this conversation, we break down the science behind running in a way that’s simple, practical, and rooted in truth, while also pointing back to how God designed our bodies to adapt, recover, and grow stronger.

Dr. Son shares how aerobic exercise can improve cognitive function, support long-term brain health, and even help reduce the risk of dementia. We also talk about what’s happening in your brain during a runner’s high and why it matters for both performance and consistency.

This episode will help you see that your training is about more than miles; it’s an opportunity to strengthen your mind, steward your body, and run with purpose.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• The science behind a runner’s high and what’s happening in your brain
• How visualization can improve performance and race-day confidence
• Why running supports long-term brain health and cognitive function
• The importance of sleep, consistency, and recovery for mental clarity

Who This Episode is For:

• Runners looking to build mental strength and consistency
• Christian athletes who want to keep Christ at the center of training
• Anyone interested in brain health, longevity, and performance
• Anyone who loves Jesus

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In this episode of Running His Race, Coach Elizabeth tackles one of the biggest fears runners face: Will missing a run make me lose fitness?

If you’ve ever felt anxious, guilty, or frustrated after skipping a workout, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: missing a run (or even taking a few days off) is not going to undo your progress.

Elizabeth breaks down both the science of fitness and the Christian spiritual perspective behind rest. Our bodies were intentionally created by God to adapt, recover, and grow stronger, not just through training, but through rest as well.

This episode will help you shift your mindset, release the pressure of perfection, and run in a way that honors both your body and your faith.

What You’ll Learn:

• What actually happens to your fitness when you miss a run
• How long it really takes to lose running fitness
• Why rest is a critical part of improving as a runner
• How to overcome guilt and anxiety around missed workouts
• How to trust God with your training instead of chasing control

Who This Episode Is For:

• Runners who feel anxious or guilty after missing workouts
• Athletes struggling with perfectionism or all-or-nothing thinking
• Christian runners wanting a faith-centered approach to training
• Anyone who loves Jesus!

Listener Challenge: The next time you miss a run, don’t spiral, pause.

Ask yourself: Am I trusting God with my training, or trying to control every outcome? Choose to respond with grace, the same grace you would give a friend and that Jesus gives to you.

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