In the 1984 Summer Olympics, Rowdy Gaines captured hearts around the world—and three gold medals in the pool. But for Rowdy, his Olympic triumphs are just one chapter in a much bigger story. In this week's episode, the legendary swimmer opens up about the moments that shaped him: the discipline of elite competition, the unexpected turns of life before and after gold, and the personal journey that led him to faith and family.

3:55- Discovering an Incredible Talent 7:05- An Olympic Boycott and Four More Years 11:14- Being an Olympian 15:00- Mental Vs. Medal 16:31- Finding True Love at a Gas Station in Vegas 20:50- Judy's Conversion 23:17- Rowdy's Conversion 29:32- Guillain-Barré Syndrome 31:23- USA Swimming Community 33:10- Feeling the Lord's Love 36:46- The Olympic Spirit 39:39- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

"I never said I was perfect in swimming but one thing I was, I was consistent. …Don't worry about being perfect, just worry about being consistent. And that's what I try to work on with the gospel is just trying to work on the consistency…"

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