Chasing the Call Podcast

The La'Don Bryant & Caleb Jones Interview | Ep. 43

Featuring La’Don Bryant (WR at Northern Illinois University) and Caleb Jones (Queens commit, former Overtime Elite standout averaging 25–30 PPG), this episode dives into what faith really looks like in collegiate athletics.I’m currently playing basketball at Oglethorpe University, so this conversation is personal for all of us.We talk about:Going from high school stars to fighting for a role in collegeStaying patient when things aren’t going your wayTrusting God in the waiting seasonThe mental and spiritual challenges of college sportsHow faith becomes real when your identity gets testedThis episode is for athletes, competitors, and anyone in a season where they feel overlooked, humbled, or stretched by God.God does some of His best work when you’re not in the spotlight.#ChristianPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianpodcast]#FaithInSports [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faithinsports]#CollegeAthlete [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/collegeathlete]#StudentAthlete [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/studentathlete]#TrustGod [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/trustgod]#AthleteTestimony [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/athletetestimony]#SportsMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sportsministry]#FootballLife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/footballlife]#BasketballLife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/basketballlife]#FaithOverFear [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faithoverfear]#GodsPlan [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/godsplan]#WaitingSeason [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/waitingseason]#AthleteMindset [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/athletemindset]#NIUFootball [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/niufootball]#QueensBasketball [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/queensbasketball]

Is It Spiritual Warfare… or Mental Health? | Ep. 42

In Episode 42, Cole and I dive into one of the most real and challenging conversations we’ve had yet…Spiritual warfare vs mental healthHow do you know what you’re facing?Can spiritual attacks affect your mind and emotions?Where does mental health end and spiritual warfare begin… and can they overlap?In this episode, I open up about some recent personal struggles, what God has been teaching me through them, and the scriptures that have anchored me in the middle of the battle.We talk about:• What spiritual warfare actually is• What mental health struggles can look like• How the two can sometimes interconnect• Biblical wisdom, discernment, and practical faith• Scriptures that have helped us walk through difficult seasonsWe’re not pastors, counselors, or mental health professionals—just two guys chasing Jesus, sharing our experiences, what Scripture says, and what God is teaching us along the way.If this conversation encouraged you, drop a comment and share your thoughts.#MentalHealthMatters #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualWarfare #MentalHealth #FaithJourney

Addressing the Jaden Ivey Controversy | ft. James McGriff

Episode 40 is a real, honest conversation with my guy and teammate James McGriff. We sit down to talk through the Jaden Ivey situation—but more than just reacting, we’re trying to respond the right way. We also go into how we as Christians should proclaim the gospel while also doing it in a Christlike way.We want to be clear: we’re not experts, insiders, or the most knowledgeable voices on this topic. This isn’t about taking sides, spreading rumors, or tearing anyone down. It’s about approaching a situation like this with humility, wisdom, and a heart aligned with God.Throughout the episode, we lean on Scripture to guide how we speak and think: * Proverbs 15:1 reminds us that a gentle answer turns away wrath * James 4:11 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoTz7U4Zk6Y&t=251s]-12 calls us to avoid speaking against one another * Ephesians 4:15 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoTz7U4Zk6Y&t=255s] challenges us to speak the truth in love * Colossians 4:6 encourages our words to be full of grace In a world quick to judge and react, we’re choosing to slow down, stay grounded, and keep it respectful.This episode is less about having all the answers—and more about having the right posture.If you’re trying to navigate tough conversations, disagreements, or public situations in a God-honoring way, this one’s for you.🎙️ Chasing the Call Podcast — Episode 40Make sure to like, comment your thoughts, and subscribe for more conversations like this.#ChasingTheCall [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chasingthecall] #ChristianPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianpodcast] #Faith [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/faith] #Christianity [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/christianity] #NBA [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nba] #JadenIvey [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/jadenivey] #Basketball [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/basketball]

How Should We Worship God?

It is hard to believe that we have recorded and put our 41 episodes to this point, but here we are with another episode. In Today's topic of How Should We Worship God we dive into:- Different Worship Practices- Embracing the unique qualities God has Given us- Worshiping Individually & Collectively among the Church- Different Types of Worship MusicThroughout the episode, we lean on Scripture to guide how we speak and think:*Scripture Used: John 4, 1st Corinthians 12:12-26In this Tribalistic World, its easy to look down and judge others based on how they worship and different traditions they carry, But scripture reminds us to live in unity and to love one another. This episode is less about having all the answers to how we should worship—and more about having the right posture.If you’re trying to navigate how you should worship individually - This One is for You🎙️ Chasing the Call Podcast — Episode 41Make sure to like, comment your thoughts, and subscribe for more conversations like this.#ChasingTheCall #ChristianPodcast #wisdom #worship #jesus How do we Worship?How do we look at different worship practices?What is good vs. bad worship?How should we listen to Worship music?

The Ryan Vasata Interview | Ep. 39

In this episode, Will and Cole sit down with Ryan Vasata who is a long-time friend and high school classmate of both Cole and Will. Ryan gave his life to Christ around 1 year ago and has pursued the Lord ever since. He credits Cole for first talking to him about Jesus in high school for being an important light that helped start him on his journey of following JesusWe discuss a variety of topics with some of the main ones being: Hearing God's voice, leaning on him, Christian sobriety, who created God?, among many other topicsScripture used: Hebrews 13, John 1If you’ve desired genuine christian content, than this one is for youSubscribe for more faith conversations, Bible studies, and behind-the-scenes discussions about following Jesus.#ChristianPodcast #GodsWill #ChristianDecisions #BibleStudy #faithhabits