The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

Bryce Johnson talks sports and faith with Dave Alpern, the President of Joe Gibbs Racing since 2016. Dave joined the team in 1992 as an unpaid intern and has seen the team grow from 18 employees to nearly 500. He's also the author of the book "Taking The Lead: Key Principles That Will Equip You With What You Need To Rise To The Top And Succeed With Integrity And Purpose - Whatever Team You're On".Bring meaning and purpose to your fantasy football league by participating in Fantasy Football Fellowship.Check out Bryce Johnson's newly-released book, The Sports Devotional, for 30 days of encouragement to help you better follow Jesus.For more information about our sponsor, check out Upward Sports.Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals.Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App.

Bryce interviews former NFL running back, Fozzy Whittaker. They unpack college football players being paid, conference realignment, Fozzy's playing days, his exotic pets, and above all else, his faith journey. He describes the major knee injury he faced while at Texas and how his faith was challenged during that time.Support the raffle: HERECheck out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: HEREBecome a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: HERESearch for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: HERE

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Travis Vaughn of Upward Sports, unpack college football expanding to a 12-team playoff…and how it relates to finding true purpose and meaning in life.Today's Questions:What is the correct perspective that allows you to see purpose and meaning in everything you do?How do you view and define "success" as a follower of Jesus?How do you ensure that we enjoy God more than the gifts He gives us?Purchase raffle tickets to win awesome sports prizes and experiences, and to help support our ministry work: Raffle TicketsCheck out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional: The Sports DevotionalLearn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports: https://www.upward.org/unpack/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it

Bryce gives a quick update about the podcast and additional podcasts you can subscribe to.Subscribe to The UNPACKIN' it Minute on the podcast platform of your choice.Subscribe to The Fantasy Football Fellowship Podcast on the podcast platform of your choice.*Also win some great prizes in our raffle: CLICK HERE

Host Bryce Johnson unpacks the faithfulness and devotion of NFL fan bases…and how we can be encouraged to be faithful and loyal followers of Jesus.Today's Questions:How do you push through your emotions to remain loyal to your faith?How does your faithfulness during troubling times help improve your witness to the world?How does meditating on God's faithfulness help you to be more faithful as you follow Him?Purchase raffle tickets to win awesome sports prizes and experiences, and to help support our ministry work: Raffle TicketsCheck out our newly-released book, The Sports DevotionalClick here to learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports.Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals.Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page.Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App.

In this powerful podcast, Bryce interviews former NFL safety, Cody Davis. They unpack his unique relationship with Garth Brooks, the unrealistic expectations surrounding Bill Belichick, the difficulties of playing for a losing team, the Lord's kindness in helping Cody overcome adversity during his NFL career, and finding identity away from the gridiron.Check out our newly-released book, The Sports Devotional Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+itCoaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Jason Romano talk about the comparisons between Anthony Edwards and Michael Jordan, and how followers of Jesus need to emulate Jesus in their lives.Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.org/For more information on Upward Sports: https://www.upward.org/unpack/Visit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for UNPACKIN' it's reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27+it

Disclaimer: We experienced technical difficulties while recording this podcast and apologize for the audio quality.Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Trip Smith unpack how the the first round of the 2024 NFL draft was offense-heavy and neglected the defense...and how this relates to followers of Jesus forgetting to reinforce their defenses against temptation and sin.This Week's Question: Are you willing to confess the sin in your life and properly address your need for a strong defense to fight against it?Coaches Invitational Golf Tournament: https://www.highcountrycaregivers.orgVisit our website to sign up for our free weekly email devotionals: https://unpackinit.com/blog/Become a monthly donor or give a one-time gift to support UNPACKIN' it by going to our Donation Page: https://unpackinit.com/donate/Search for the UNPACKIN' it reading plans on the YouVersion Bible App: https://www.bible.com/search/plans?q=UNPACKIN%27%20it