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Welcome to the Identity Sports Podcast—a Christian sports podcast where athletes and fans unite to explore faith, purpose, and true identity in Jesus Christ.
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- 13
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- Sep 28, 2026
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- Jul 6, 2026
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How God Used Every Season to Shape My Life w/ James Lee (opens the original)
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James Lee, PING Master Fitter Supervisor and 20-year Air Force veteran, joins the show this week to share his journey from military service to a career in golf. He opens up about how God guided his path to PING, his experience coming to faith, and how his relationship with Christ has shaped his approach to work, family, and life. James also shares about raising his two grandchildren, learning patience and sacrifice, and trusting God's plan through every season. If this episode encouraged you, do
I Lost the Thing I Thought Defined Me w/ Emmett Gerres (opens the original)
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Emmett Gerres, University of Minnesota track and field runner, joins the show to share how a difficult season of running and a battle with mono exposed how deeply his identity was tied to the sport. Through that season, Emmett came to know Jesus, discovering the freedom of finding his identity in Christ rather than his performance. He shares how he’s learned to trust God’s plan, pursue excellence as an act of worship, and use his platform to point his teammates to Jesus. If this episode encourag
Who Am I Without Baseball? w/ Maddux Houghton (opens the original)
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Maddux Houghton, former outfielder in the Minnesota Twins organization, joins the show to share his journey through professional baseball, the challenges of being released, and learning to trust God through uncertainty. He opens up about how he stays rooted in his faith through the ups and downs, finding his identity in Christ rather than baseball and using each opportunity to be a light to those around him. Stay connected: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/identitysports_
Devon McDonald: I Thought Money & Fame Were the Answer (opens the original)
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Devon McDonald, former Notre Dame and NFL linebacker, joins the show to share his journey from growing up in Jamaica to chasing success through football. After reaching the NFL, Devon discovered that fame, money, and accomplishments could not provide the fulfillment he was searching for. During his time with the Arizona Cardinals, Devon surrendered his life to Christ and found his true identity in Him. Today, he serves with Athletes in Action, supporting NFL chaplains and leading ministry effort
Scott Spiezio: When Success Left Him Wanting More (opens the original)
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Two-time World Series champion Scott Spiezio joins the show to share his journey from the highs of Major League Baseball to one of the darkest seasons of his life. After winning the World Series in 2002, fame and success eventually led to injury, addiction, and divorce. Through hitting rock bottom he came to know Jesus and experience His love and the gift of grace that He has on offer. Scott shares what it was like to have everything the world says will bring satisfaction, yet still feel empty,
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