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A Very Special Episode with Justin Taylor and Collin Hansen

Jan 16, 2025

Justin Taylor, a regular theological contributor, teams up with Collin Hansen, known for his engaging dialogue, in a lively discussion. They start with a light-hearted take on football and its cultural connection to Christianity. The conversation flows into New Year’s resolutions and the challenges of productivity that both confess to avoiding. They share cherished insights from their marriages, reflecting on love, commitment, and the journey from college to parenthood, all peppered with humor and heartfelt anecdotes.

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Justin Taylor

Collin Hansen

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Quick takeaways

The podcast highlights athletes increasingly expressing their Christian faith, notably in football, signaling a cultural shift in spirituality within sports.

Coaches play a crucial role in integrating faith into athletics, fostering community through practices like team mass attendance and spiritual guidance.

There is a noteworthy trend among young men embracing faith and conservative ideas, marking a potential revival in interest among college students.

Deep dives

The Influence of Faith in Sports

There is an increasing trend of athletes publicly expressing their faith, particularly in football, as many players now openly acknowledge their faith in Jesus Christ during interviews. This year's bowl games showcased several players, like the quarterback MVPs, thanking their Lord and Savior, which appears to resonate more genuinely with audiences than similar statements in the past. The discussion highlights the role of college football culture, especially in the Midwest and South, where faith seems more interwoven with the sport compared to other sports like basketball. This openness encourages the idea that athletes can embody Christian values and communicate their beliefs without fear of backlash.

Intro

2min

Faith and Sports: A Midwestern Perspective

14min

Balanced Living through Fitness and Faith

9min

The Power of Scripture Memorization and Personal Growth

4min

Productivity Insights and Theological Balance

8min

Fitness Struggles and Family Reflections

5min

Love's Journey: From College to Parenthood

23min

Exploring Gospel-Centered Marriage Insights

3min

There has been some concern that Justin and Collin have been kept out of the “very special guest” designation. In order to make up for past offenses, this episode, with two very special guests, is being hailed as a very special episode. The three amigos start out by talking about football (of course) and a new cultural openness to Christianity. Then they turn their attention to New Year’s resolutions (which they all have) and books on time management and productivity (which Justin and Collin do not read). The episode finishes with a sweet conversation about their wives and lessons learned over the decades of marriage.

Chapters:

0:00 Sponsors & Intro

4:15 Football, Culture, and Spirituality

15:26 Goals, Habits, and Productivity

40:07 Sponsor Break

42:02 Marriage, That Blessed Arrangement

1:04:46 Books on Marriage

1:08:29 Until Next Time…

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