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“I’ve seen his identity become more deeply rooted in who he is as a son of God rather than simply as a soccer player. Out of that, he’s developed a genuine desire ... to share the message of Jesus.”

— USMNT chaplain Andy Young on goalie Matt Freese

U.S. goalie Matt Freese confident 'God's got me' at World Cup An outspoken Christian, U.S. goalkeeper Matt Freese made his first World Cup start in a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay.

Even though we may encounter things we would not otherwise want or choose, these may be the very things God wants to use in our story to take us to the next level with Him.

Check out Friday’s devo.

Devotional on growth: June 19 - Sports Spectrum Devotional on growth: We may encounter things we would not choose, but these may be the very things God uses to take us to the next level.

You can now listen to our full conversations with World Cup players sharing their faith!

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He's been an All-Star, a World Baseball Classic hero, and has thrown a no-hitter. He's also been shelled, traded and let go. Through it all, Rockies pitcher Michael Lorenzen sees challenges as chances to grow closer to Christ.

Check out his story in our latest mag!
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Largely powered by Jaxon Willits, Oklahoma is rolling into the CWS Finals. The junior shortstop keeps his focus on Christ.

“It’s the reason I wake up every day and do what I do. It’s to go out and glorify the Lord, and not to put the focus on me."

Jaxon Willits powers OU to CWS Finals, aims to 'glorify the Lord' Shortstop Jaxon Willits has been a key cog in Oklahoma's run to the College World Series Finals. "My trust is in the Lord," he says.

Coming Friday 6/19 to the Sports Spectrum podcast.

How's your spiritual fitness? How conditioned are you? Incorporate these four spiritual habits and disciplines over the summer to be better spiritually conditioned.

Check out Thursday’s devotional.

Devotional on conditioning: June 18 - Sports Spectrum Devotional on conditioning: How's your spiritual fitness? How conditioned are you? Incorporate these four spiritual habits into your summer!