{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5ac2986c8f41a68d2b67385a/6a31ae80780d0f7579cfb723?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Knicks Win With Belief & Why Our Actions Reveal Our Beliefs","description":"<p>The New York Knicks are the NBA Champions! <em>We unpack how the Knicks' being built on belief led them to victory…and how belief in Jesus changes everything for us.</em>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>After years of disappointment and struggle, a gritty, resilient team has rejuvenated the city with an unbelievable playoff run, featuring some of the biggest comebacks in NBA Finals history.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Bryce Johnson unpacks the incredible narrative behind the Knicks' championship victory. From 8-year-old OG Anunoby promising his father he’d practice every day if he bought him a hoop, to Jalen Brunson leaving to be \"the guy\" and carry his team—this roster was built on belief.</p><p><br></p><p>But this story also makes us contemplate a deeper question: What do <em>we</em> actually believe, and how do those beliefs drive our actions? Looking at scripture, we discuss why true belief in Jesus is more than just knowledge—it’s an anchor that transforms how we live, obey, and overcome life's deficits.</p><p><br></p><h2><strong>Show Notes &amp; Highlights</strong></h2><h3><br></h3><ul><li><strong>Defining Belief and Faith:</strong> Exploring the distinction between simple knowledge and a deep, heart-centered trust in God.</li><li><strong>Living Out Your Belief:</strong> Reflecting on key questions that reveal the condition of our faith: If we believe God is good, do we stop worrying? If we believe His Word is true, do we obey?</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Scripture References:</strong></li><li><strong>Romans 10:9-10 (AMP)</strong></li><li><strong>John 14:12 (AMP)</strong></li><li><strong>James 2:19</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><h2><strong>Sponsor Spotlight</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Upward Sports:</strong> Celebrate the upcoming World Cup by launching a fall soccer league at your church! Upward Sports provides everything you need to get started—including communication tools, marketing materials, and even two free soccer goals to launch your league. Learn more and map out your timeline at <a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://Upward.org/Soccer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Upward.org/Soccer</a>.</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2><strong>Connect With The Show</strong></h2><ul><li><strong>Email Bryce:</strong> <a href=\"mailto:Bryce@unpackinit.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Bryce@unpackinit.com</a></li><li><strong>Website:</strong> <a href=\"https://unpackinit.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Unpackinit.com</a></li><li><strong>The Sports Devotional:</strong> <a href=\"thesportsdevotional.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">thesportsdevotional.com</a></li><li><strong>Support the Ministry:</strong> Help keep the show going by visiting <a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://unpackinit.com/donate\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">unpackinit.com/donate</a>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate, review, and share it with a friend!</em></p>","author_name":"UNPACKIN' it"}