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August 05, 2024
The Olympics and Your Faith
In the Olympics, every tribe and tongue is gathered in one place for one purpose – sports! But I can’t help but think about God’s promise that there will come a day when every tribe and tongue will gather for one purpose – Christ!
Pastor and former professional athlete, Jesse Bradley joins us to consider how, as people of faith, we can respond to the opening ceremonies of the Olympics in a way that demonstrates the truth and love that Christ demonstrated for us.
Olympic athletes are under incredible pressure to perform - not just in their sport but also in life. The cameras are relentless, capturing otherwise private moments. We can pray for Christian athletes to be strong in their identity in Christ and to show the world the Jesus who so loves them.
How Olympic athletes practice discipline and pursue excellence inspires us to not be complacent Christians but to press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called us heavenward in Christ Jesus.
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Jesse Bradley
Jesse Bradley is a pastor, speaker, author and former professional athlete. After graduating from Dartmouth College, his childhood dream came true, playing professional soccer as a goalkeeper in Zimbabwe. A prescribed medication built up toxic levels in his system, and it ended his career. He was fighting for his life for one year, and it took ten years to fully recover. In this tragedy, Jesse discovered a hope greater than his challenges. The pain formed and forged a new purpose and passion in his life.
Jesse authentically brings hope to millions of people around the world through daily conversations, major media appearances on shows like Good Morning America, and empowering videos on how to cultivate hope habits. Jesse and Laurie have four children and a patient dog named Bella. They live in Seattle where Jesse serves the city in many roles, including pastoring Grace Community Church, a vibrant multiethnic congregation.
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Perry LaHaie
Perry LaHaie's passion is to know Jesus and make Him known. “I’m all in with Jesus but not all put together. I need Jesus right now as much as I did when I first started following Him!” Perry says. In addition to co-hosting Perry and Shawna Mornings, Perry is a singer, songwriter, recording artist, and advocate for those who haven’t yet heard the gospel, especially those in the Muslim world. Born and raised in northern Michigan, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Communications and a graduate degree in Cross- cultural Communications. Perry also serves with Frontiers, a worldwide ministry to Muslims. Perry and his bride, Teresa, call Holland, Michigan home. They have two adult children, Kali and Taylor, and Taylor’s bride, Bri.
Shawna Beyer
Shawna Beyer has a way of telling stories that create personal connection— to her, to one another, and to God. She has been a homeschool mom, church planter, project lead for a consulting company, and church staff member. Though she’s been involved in ministry with her husband (Dan) in Iowa, Arizona, and now Michigan, she was born and raised in Southern California and as they say, “You can take the girl out of California . . .” She is mom to four grown kids (Bryn, Drayson, Eden, and Haven) who no longer need her but humor her anyway. Shawna is passionate about the rhythms we weave into the fabric of our lives to fall more in love with God each day. Healthy foods are her go-to, but she will abandon that whole track in a heartbeat for a homemade cinnamon roll like Grandma used to make.
Perry and Shawna Mornings
The Perry and Shawna Podcast: Real life conversations reminding you that you’re Abba’s child and that you’re blessed to be a blessing and loved to share Jesus’ love.