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The Pure Encouragement Podcast exists to come alongside Competitors for Christ to strengthen and encourage them to compete with excellence and make an eternal impact. Every episode is designed to speak life into Competitors souls. We cover topics on Confidence. Leadership, Soul Care, and Living for Jesus in the sports world.
Whether you are an athlete, coach, leader, or parent the PE Podcast will provide encouraging insights to strengthen you.
Confidence is possible! Our sport is our tool to impact lives for eternity!
Subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode!
Whether you are an athlete, coach, leader, or parent the PE Podcast will provide encouraging insights to strengthen you.
Confidence is possible! Our sport is our tool to impact lives for eternity!
Subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode!
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Join us for an inspiring interview with professional hockey player Josiah Slavin as he shares his powerful story of living boldly for Jesus in the professional hockey world. From navigating living out his faith among non-Christian teammates to praying at center ice after an NHL game, Josiah opens up about staying true to his beliefs as a follower of Christ. Discover practical insights for living unashamed as a follower of Jesus and competing for Christ. SHOW NOTESFollow Josiah Slavin on InstagramWatch the Full Video InterviewOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
Join us for an inspiring interview with Cole Godfrey, an absolute warrior for Jesus, leader, and former college athlete, as he shares his story about trusting God through unexpected job loss. God promises perfect peace when we fix our minds on Him and our hearts trust in him (Isaiah 26:3).SHOW NOTESWatch the Full Video InterviewGet connected to the Men's Journey CommunityGet connected to the Women's Encouragement CommunityOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
Join us for an inspiring interview with Influencers Global Ministries staff member, Mike Malak, as he shares his powerful story of following Jesus with absolute trust in Temperance, Michigan. God truly does extraordinary things with ordinary people whose hearts are fully surrendered to Him. Get encouraged about the power of God when you choose to walk in courageous faith, not fear. SHOW NOTESGet connected to Influencers Great LakesMore on Influencers Global MinistriesMore on Souly BusinessWatch the Full Video InterviewOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
Join us for an inspiring interview with baseball coach Trace Moreno as he shares his powerful story of walking in faith to start BlackGold Baseball in Bakersfield, CA. What started as a small baseball team wanting to compete for Christ has grown to over 135 athletes at multiple levels competing for Jesus and impacting lives for eternity. Discover practical insights for walking in faith and believing God to do the impossible.SHOW NOTESGet connected to BlackGold BaseballWatch the Full Video InterviewOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
In this interview, Wendi Lawlor shares her inspiring story from rejecting God to becoming a bold ambassador for Christ! She shares her journey from the Air Force, to becoming a college professor, to starting a successful business, to joining Pure Encouragement staff. She rejected God—now she can't stop sharing the Gospel!SHOW NOTESJoin a 6 Week Confidence Group with Wendi or GaryWatch the Full Video InterviewOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
In this interview, Dr. Ben Shaw talks about physical and historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus. He explores topics such as the reliability of the New Testament, the early creeds, the Shroud of Turin, and non-Biblical external sources that support the reality of the resurrection.SHOW NOTESJoin the 6 Week Course on Evidence for the Resurrection with Dr. Ben Shaw Starting September 15, 2025!Watch The Authenticity of the Shroud of Turin with Dr. Gary HabermasFOLLOW DR. BEN SHAWCORE ApologeticsOrder Trustworthy: Thirteen Arguments for Reliability of the New TestamentOrder On the Resurrection by Dr. Gary HabermasOTHERPure EncouragementFollow @pureencouragementWatch on YouTubeRead the Pure Encouragement BlogTake the 30 Day Identity Challenge
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Strong." The Apostle John writes in 1 John 2:14, "I write to young men because you ARE strong, and the Word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one." In Christ, we have the victory. It's time we OWN who God declares us to be!"And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Purposefully Sent." Jesus said in John 20:21 "As the Father sent Me, so I am sending you." Therefore, as followers of Christ, we have a purpose far greater than ourselves. It's time we OWN who God declares us to be!"And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Entirely New." As followers of Christ, we are not trying to become new; we ARE new in Christ! The old life is gone; behold the new has come! It's time we OWN who God declares us to be!"And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Completely Secure." As followers of Christ our security does not come through our performance and what people think of us, but Christ's performance and who He declares us to be. It's time we OWN who God declares us to be!"And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Absolutely Significant." Many of us as followers of Christ are searching for significance in what we do, what we have, and what others think of us. Such a pursuit leads to a roller coaster of anxiety and insecurity. The truth is God determines our significance. It's time we OWN who He declares us to be!"And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Totally Accepted." Many of us as followers of Christ struggle to own the truth that we are forgiven and righteous before the Lord. Because of Jesus, we are welcomed into His presence! Get encouraged today. "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this series, Gary encourages us to OWN our identity in Christ by doing a Deep Dive on key promises of God. In this episode, he focuses on the promise "I am Deeply Loved." Many of us as followers of Christ know intellectually we are loved by God, but we struggle to own the truth in our hearts because we feel unworthy. Get encouraged today. "And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." (John 8:32).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES ON IDENTITY IN CHRISTFree Identity in Christ PDFTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeDeep Dive Questions for Small GroupsDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetMORE RESOURCESStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary shares about how to find courage to live for the Lord in the face of fear. Whether God is calling you into the unknown, or to stand firm against peer pressure, this message with strengthen you to be strong and courageous! "God has not given us a Spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind." (2 Timothy 1:7).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCESDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetTake the 30 Day Identity ChallengeStart your Week with Monday MotivationBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary shares a message on staying encouraged and letting nothing steal your joy! Get strengthened to overcome discouragement. Jesus said, "I tell you these things that My joy may be in you and your joy may be full" (John 15:11).PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCESDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetTake the30 Day Identity ChallengeBi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary shares a message on how to live a confident, victorious life in Christ. Get encouraged with practical tips and Gary's personal story. A confident, victorious life in Christ is possible! Start walking in freedom today! PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES Download the Stronghold Buster Worksheet Take the30 Day Identity Challenge Bi-weekly Blog Need Soul Care?Join a Journey Group More Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary encourages us with the most important thing that any of us can do in 2025 to live victoriously. Do you want to live with confidence and strength in 2025? Do you want to bear fruit and glorify the Father? Get encouraged with spiritual truths that will strengthen you in your intimate walk with Jesus and help you WIN 2025.PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCESDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetTake the30 Day Identity ChallengeBi-weeklyBlogNeed Soul Care?Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary, Josh, and Brad share discoveries from their journals about what God is teaching them in this season life. Get encouraged with spiritual truths that will strengthen you in your intimate walk with Jesus.PODCAST GUESTSJosh Sherley - Regional Director at Influencers Global Ministries in Bakersfield, CA and former Fresno State football player and All State wrestlerBrad Newburg - VP at Trinity Safety Company and Influencers Bakersfield Board MemberPURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCESDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetDon't miss our 30 Day Identity Challenge, starting in January!Bi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care? Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary takes us back to Episode 32 "How Christmas Radically Strengthens the Competitor for Christ" to encourage every Competitor as to why Christmas matters to their career and confidence. God is faithful to His promises. God is with us. God is irrationally generous. When we experience God's grace, it changes everything!
PODCAST RESOURCES
Identity in Christ PDF
PURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCES
Download the Stronghold Buster Worksheet
Don't miss our 30 Day Identity Challenge, starting in January!
Bi-weekly Blog
Need Soul Care? Join a Journey Group
More Free Resources at our Website
In this episode, Gary encourages men and women from Influencers Global Ministries in Bakersfield, CA, to stop clinging to an old identity and start standing in the promises of God. In Christ, we have a new identity, yet many of us as followers of Christ resist receiving who God declares us to be. We know Gods promises intellectually but struggle to truly own it in our hearts. Listen, be encouraged, and start standing in the truth!PODCAST RESOURCESWatch Video RecordingPURE ENCOURAGEMENT RESOURCESDownload the Stronghold Buster WorksheetDon't miss our 30 Day Identity Challenge, starting in January!Bi-weekly BlogNeed Soul Care? Join a Journey GroupMore Free Resources at our Website
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