Run For God: Run Club

by Upward Sports

Do you struggle with getting motivated to run or study your Bible? Do you need a little extra Inspiration occasionally? What if you could hang out with someone who was always ready for a run and to talk about the parallels between faith and endurance? What if that person was full of enthusiasm and was dying to share it with you often? Look no further! Run for God is taking Run Club to the next level. Combining their Devotion ... 

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Podcast episodes

  • 222 – Turn North : Shopping Carts and Running

    222 – Turn North : Shopping Carts and Running

    After discussing new beginnings last week, Dean and Mitchell share a story about changing direction – a different kind of starting over. And you don’t want to miss The discussion about the most controversial topic they have ever discussed – returning the shopping cart to the cart coral. Post of the Week - Paola Vasquez - Having the right attitude Trivia answer from last week Story of the Week - Turn North - Julie Wicker Psalm 118:24 - The Ultimate perspective setter Deuteronomy 2:2-3 - What do we do when we follow God’s direction? When to stand up for what’s right vs. letting sleeping dogs lie 1 Corinthians 9:26 - What does winning look like for you? Do you intentionally seek joy? Is God asking you to turn north? What daily reminders do you need? The story of Derek Stefureac and his Multiple Sclerosis Dean’s Thoughts - Shopping Carts and Running Why Running/Walking is so awesome NCAA track and Field Championships New running shoe trends Trivia question of the week Motivational Thought of the Week

  • 221 – Starting Over : Big City vs Small Town

    221 – Starting Over : Big City vs Small Town

    Dean and Mitchell discuss several stories about change and starting over. Sometimes a new start is a good thing, but we must handle it right. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why the juxtaposition of big city and small town is relevant to our running and faith journeys. Great to be back home Post of the Week - Greg Chance - Starting over Trivia Answer from last week World Record for 1 mile with a stroller Story of the Week - Starting Over - Jerry Snider Jeremiah 29:11 - God’s plan for us is REAL and it EXISTS Philippians 3:13 - Looking forward… Romans 12:2 - Being transformed… What advice do you have for someone who has to start over? Do you have a go to Bible verse in times of adversity? What is the advantage when you have to start over? Running in New York and New Jersey Dean’s Thoughts - Big City vs Small Town Why Running/Walking is so awesome Announcement of the new World Ultimate Championships Trivia Question of the Week Motivational Thought of the Week

  • 220 – Does Your Vessel Need a Tune-Up : The Fosbury Flop

    220 – Does Your Vessel Need a Tune-Up : The Fosbury Flop

    Have you ever considered that your body is just on loan from God? Would you treat it differently if you did? Dean and Mitchell discuss those thoughts as well as how an average high jumper became a superstar by trying something new. They guys talk about what the important lesson is for runners and Christians. Today's episode was recorded online and is less than our standard quality. We apologize for the quality, but the content is still great! We'll be back to our standard next week!

  • 219 – A Letter to Daniel : The Comparison Trap

    219 – A Letter to Daniel : The Comparison Trap

    There are a lot of people who need hope. It is up to us to help them see it. Dean and Mitchell talk about how help those who need it most. Then Dean talks about how sometimes it’s good and sometimes it’s bad to want to be better – It just depends how you look at it. Post of the Week - June Jennings - What it is all about Trivia answer from last week Hawkins FUNdraiser and RoTwelve Ministries - Donate at https://rotwelve.org Self-paced studies Story of the Week - A Letter to Daniel Matthew 18:12-13 - It is amazing how God weaves it all together! Luke 5:10 - The joy of hearing about someone who begins their journey with Christ Romans 5:8 - What love is Have you ever lost hope? Have circumstances ever shaken your faith? Have you ever shared your story with a homeless person or someone asking you for money? Are you open to being used by God to help a stranger? Even one you don’t think is “worthy?” Jelly Roll ran a 5K! - So can you! Dean’s Thoughts - The Comparison Trap Why Running/Walking is so awesome How to make Track and Field more interesting Trivia question of the Week Motivational Thought of the Week

  • 218 – Lighting the Way : Running Through Normandy

    218 – Lighting the Way : Running Through Normandy

    Have you ever been running at night with a headlamp? Dean and Mitchell share a great story about just such a run, and they talk about the implications for our spiritual lives. Then Dean connects D-Day to running and faith. Where does he come up with this stuff? 2:54 - Post of the Week - Rebekah McGeorge - Everyone for everyone 8:26 - Trivia Answer from last week 15:09 - Another Usain Bolt record 17:55 - Story of the Week - Lighting the Way - Rhonda Williams - Headlamps and running 25:33 - Psalm 119:105 - God wants us to focus on what He puts in front of us, not the things in the dark around us 28:26 - Isaiah 41:13 - God helps those who are focused on Him 29:41 - Psalms 34:7 - Sometimes God is close to us when we don’t even see Him 32:37 - Do you read your Bible every day, so your light stays bright? Have you noticed that you tend to stumble when you become lax in your study of the Word? 36:47 - Have you ever considered how keeping your light bright can help someone else stay on the right path? 38:23 - Do you find yourself being distracted by the darkness? 45:17 - The ridiculous Enhanced Games 53:21 - Dean’s Thoughts - Running Through Normandy Why Running/Walking is so awesome Championship track season Trivia question of the Week Motivational Thought of the Week