The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

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?

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?

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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.

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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.

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Today’s guest is former NFL wide receiver, Don Beebe. During his nine seasons, he played for the Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, and Green Bay Packers. He was a part of six Super Bowl teams and won Super Bowl XXXI with the Packers. Don has been the Head Football Coach at Aurora University since 2018...and has a new devotional book called, Never Give Up. For more details, go to Donbeebe.com.

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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.

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Check out Bryce Johnson's interview with former Los Angeles Chargers running back and current free agent, Josh Kelley as they unpack fatherhood...faith...and the challenges of waiting.

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Nate Salley (former Ohio State and Carolina Panthers football player), unpack how NFL teams might force it when drafting a QB, and how it relates to us forcing something in our own lives.

This Week's Questions:

1. When have you forced something in your life that didn't pay off?

2. When have you seen God's plan come to fruition in your life by being patient?

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Bryce Johnson interviews former Appalachian State football coach, Jerry Moore. They talk about the legendary upset against Michigan...players...faith...and being an example for others.

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Evan Albertyn unpack how Scottie Scheffler's green jacket performance in The Masters came down to his ability to bounce back from adversity, and how we need to respond through adversity and recover from mistakes as Christians.

This Week's Questions:

1. When have you confided in God when you faced adversity?

2. How did you bounce back from troubled times?

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ed Uszynski unpack how our views on the March Madness tournament have changed over the years...and how we must change our perspective on things to align with Christ.

This Week's Questions:

1. When is stubbornness good...and when is stubbornness bad?

2. What views do we have that may need to change?

3. How are the world's cultural views not aligned with God's views and desires for us?

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Jobey Thomas unpack the unbelievable and remarkable storylines surrounding this year's Final Four...and how they parallel the unbelievable and remarkable story of Jesus.

This Week's Questions:

• Why is it a "good thing" that we don't understand all there is to know about God?
• Since we can't know everything about God, is it worth attempting to know Him more?
• How does our growth in knowledge lea...

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host Brian Goins unpack how top teams in the NCAA Tournament put away their opponents...and how this relates to putting away sin in our lives.

This Week's Questions:

• How does the Holy Spirit allow us to experience victory over our sins?
• What does it look like to practically put away sin amid temptation?
• How can overconfidence lead us to fall into sin?

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Bryce Johnson unpacks how teams will have to overcome fear throughout March Madness...and how we experience victory over our fears in life.

This Week's Questions:

• How do we get to the point of not fearing the bad things that could happen in our lives?
• How does focusing on the forgiveness and eternal life that's found in Jesus help us overcome fear in the here and now?
• How do we get to the root of what is causing fear in our...

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Bob Schindler unpack how Russell Wilson is looking to revive his career in Pittsburgh...and how it relates to our lives being revived and rejuvenated.

This Week's Questions:

• Why is humility the first step to experiencing a personal revival?
• Are we ultimately able to bring about revival through our efforts?
• Why is it important to "show up" even when you don't feel like it?

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Ray Hardee unpack how NFL general managers evaluate draft prospects...and how we properly use discernment as followers of Jesus.

This Week's Questions:

• What is the difference between being judgmental and having discernment?
• What role does the Bible play in helping us grow in discernment?
• How is wisdom different than knowledge?

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Bryce Johnson and guest co-host, Matt Vanderbilt unpack Wake Forest fans storming the court and Duke's player getting hurt...and how we aren't meant to remain in the crowd.

This Week's Questions:

• How can hanging around in the wrong circumstances do damage to us as we follow Jesus?
• Why is it so important that we surround ourselves with the right "teammates"?
• How do we balance our need to reach out to unbelievers with ou...

Bryce Johnson and Luke Heaton unpack how the NBA has ambassadors and players who represent the league...and how this parallels our role as followers of Jesus.

This Week's Questions:

• What does it practically look like for us to be ambassadors for Christ?

• How does God use our lives and our witness to draw people into a relationship with Him?

• Do my weaknesses as a believer disqualify me from serving as one of Jesus' ambassad...