The Prodigal Athlete Podcast

The Prodigal Athlete Podcast with Deyvid Morales - Olympic hopeful in the sport of skeleton for Mexico!


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Keywords

Deyvid Morales, skeleton, faith, Olympics, mental health, dreams, God, sports, healing, prayer

Summary

In this episode of the Prodigal Athlete Podcast, host Elisabeth interviews Deyvid Morales, a skeleton athlete from Mexico. Deyvid shares his journey from growing up in Acapulco to pursuing his Olympic dreams in skeleton. He discusses the importance of faith in his life, his favorite Bible verses, and how he overcame health challenges. Deyvid emphasizes the role of God in his sport, the significance of dreams, and the support he seeks from others. The conversation concludes with a prayer for Deyvid's aspirations and family.


takeaways

  • Deyvid's journey to skeleton began later in life.
  • Faith plays a crucial role in Deyvid's athletic career.
  • He finds inspiration in the story of Peter from the Bible.
  • Deyvid experienced a significant health challenge as a child.
  • He believes in God's presence during dangerous sports.
  • Trusting God helps him manage anxiety in high-pressure situations.
  • Deyvid aims to inspire other Mexicans to pursue winter sports.
  • He is committed to working hard towards his Olympic dreams.
  • Deyvid seeks prayer for his aspirations and family support.
  • He believes in the power of prayer and hard work.
  • From Acapulco to the Olympics: Deyvid Morales' Journey
  • Faith and Skeleton: Deyvid Morales' Story
  • "Jesus take the sled."
  • "God is a God who gives dreams."
  • "Pray and work."



Chapters

00:00Introduction to Deyvid Morales

03:09Faith and Personal Growth

05:55The Journey of an Athlete

08:59Overcoming Challenges and Miracles

11:51God's Presence in Sports

14:50Dreams and Aspirations

18:05The Role of Prayer and Community

20:58Encouragement for Future Generations

24:03Conclusion and Reflections

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The Prodigal Athlete PodcastBy Elisabeth Vathje OLY