When life started to feel like a rollercoaster, Eberechi Eze’s example of leaning on Jesus through it is a reminder that all we need is our steady anchor in Christ.

Professional athletes face pressure, criticism, insecurity, and loss just like the rest of us, and Eze's faith shows what it looks like to stand on the Rock when everything else feels like it's shifting. In every high and low, Jesus is the one place our souls can actually rest. 

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Felix Nmecha’s powerful testimony shows how a professional athlete can use his platform to glorify Jesus and point people toward eternity, reminding us that salvation is a gift of grace received by faith alone. His testimony speaks to abiding in Christ daily, embracing the hope of resurrection, and boldly sharing the good news of God’s love in a world loud about everything else.

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.
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In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.



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This episode dives into the powerful intersection of sports and faith through the life of Bukayo Saka, showing how true legacy is shaped not by trophies but by character, Scripture, and the way we make others feel.

From cherishing the Bible his father gave him to living out his faith boldly in a secular world, Saka’s nightly rhythms of reading, memorizing, and applying God’s Word reveal a 24/7 walk with Jesus that shapes his identity far beyond the pitch. 

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.
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When you look at Messi’s life, it’s clear that influence isn’t just for the famous—God gives every one of us gifts, opportunities, and moments to point back to Him. Even at the height of global success, Messi keeps directing the spotlight upward, acknowledging that every talent, breath, and blessing comes from God’s grace.

His humility is a reminder that no matter where we stand, we can choose to honor Jesus with our lives and let gratitude shape the way we use what God has entrusted to us.


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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.
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In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.




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Alisson’s story is a great reminder that faith shapes the way we show up—not just on a field, but in everyday life. As one of the world’s top goalkeepers, he leans on Scripture as his true playbook, carrying it with him, reading it daily, and letting God’s wisdom guide how he trains, works, loves, and leads.

When we root ourselves in God’s Word, we find the courage, clarity, and joy to live for Jesus wherever He’s placed us.


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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.
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In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.




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Jeremy Doku’s story feels surprisingly down‑to‑earth for someone playing on one of the biggest stages in the world, because at the core, he’s just a guy trying to follow Jesus with his whole life. 

Whether he’s teaching Scripture online or choosing faith and family over the spotlight, he shows what it looks like to live with courage, purpose, and a God‑centered identity that shines far brighter than fame.

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.
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In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.




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Baptism isn’t a ritual—it’s a joyful, public way of declaring, “I belong to Jesus,” rooted in grace and the sacrifice of Christ's life on the cross and resurrection.  

From Jesse's journey from atheism to faith and Roberto Firmino’s powerful baptism story, we continue to see how God keeps drawing people into bold, beautiful expressions of faith all over the world.

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.

In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.








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While chasing wins, training hard, and striving for excellence matters, our true goal is to glorify God, and love the people He’s placed around us. 

Manchester City’s Antoine shares how his walk with Jesus shapes every victory and every setback, seeing his talent as a gift and every moment on the field as worship. When we abide in Christ, even our biggest dreams fall into place with eternal purpose.

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.

In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.


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When your identity is tied to performance, life can feel like a constant scoreboard — one win away from pride and one setback away from spiraling. But stories like Dewan Jones’s remind us that anchoring ourselves in Christ steadies the heart in ways trophies, titles, and perfect seasons never can. When success, injury, or disappointment shake everything else, Scripture roots us in a God who turns setbacks into purpose, suffering into service, and every victory into a reminder of who we belong to, not what we achieve.

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Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.

In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.


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In a world overflowing with shifting opinions and “my truth” narratives, this is a grounding reminder that real freedom comes from anchoring our lives to the unchanging truth of God’s Word. Jesse contrasts temporary voices with the reliability of Scripture, and invites you to build a life shaped by biblical truth rather than emotion or culture. It’s a relatable call to return to the Bible as our compass, letting God’s truth reshape how we think, live, and show up in every arena of life.

Listen to more Victory Beyond the Cup episodes: https://purposely.com/podcasts/victory-beyond-the-cup/

Hear stories of transformation, learn how to share your faith naturally, and discover practical tools like the free 40 Days of Victory devotional series at JustChooseHope.org.

In partnership with Victory Beyond The Cup, a Cru initiative to unite and rally believers around the World Cup. For more information and free VBTC resources, visit https://victorybeyondthecup.com/.


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