The Esau McCaulley Podcast Finding Your Purpose Outside of Your Career
Oct 2, 2025
Matt Forte, a former NFL running back for the Chicago Bears and two-time Pro Bowl selection, is now an author on a mission to help people discover purpose beyond their careers. In a heartfelt conversation, he delves into the challenges of redefining success after retirement and emphasizes that true identity shouldn’t hinge on fame or stats. Forte shares insights on his spiritual journey, the importance of serving others, and his passionate ministry to athletes, highlighting a growing authenticity in Gen Z when it comes to faith.
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Career Highlights Contextualized
- Matt Forte summarizes his NFL career highlights and impact with the Chicago Bears.
- He frames those accomplishments as part of a larger story, not the whole of his identity.
Shared Athlete Identity
- Esau and Matt recount their different football backgrounds to show shared athlete identity.
- They use humor and personal detail to connect across levels of play.
Unexpected Calling To Write
- Matt had no initial plan to become an author; God redirected his path.
- He views writing as part of a broader calling to help people across seasons of life.
