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Welcome to "Christian Hockey Parallels," where lessons from the rink fuel your spiritual journey. In this episode, we reflect on Doug, a young player who kept scoring on his own net—a striking symbol of how Christians sometimes sabotage their own walk by straying from God’s will. Like Doug, we may get stuck in a spiritual “defensive zone,” firing against ourselves instead of pressing toward victory.

Drawing on biblical imagery, we trace Israel’s journey from Egypt to the Promised Land—our spiritual “victory zone.” Just as Israel hesitated at the Jordan River, facing giants and walled cities, Christians too face doubt, fear, and the twilight zone of partial belief. But by embracing faith, boldness, and joy, we can step out and claim the abundant life God has promised.

This episode will stir your courage and refocus your heart. It’s a call to stop playing defense and start living on faith’s offense. God's calling isn’t passive—it’s powerful. So gear up, break away, and join the ultimate showdown between spiritual defeat and divine triumph.