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In this week's sports news we recap the Steelers vs. Eagles, the Heisman race, and some recent local sports stories beyond the games, while we also previewed the college football playoffs as the first round is underway.

With several stories relating to leaving a positive legacy and with Christmas coming up, in our takeaway we dive into the example that Christ set for us, and why Jesus came down from Heaven to earth - to serve, to redeem, to save, and to bring a light and hope to the darkness.

Scripture References:

John 12:44

Ephesians 1:7

Matthew 20:28

Philippians 2:5-7

Isaiah 53:5-6

John 12:46

John 3:16-18

Romans 15:13

1 Peter 3:14

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In this week's sports news we talked about MLB free agency and the historic contract of Juan Soto, as well as the latest in high school, college, and NFL football.

We also had a conversation with Zack Gugenheim about college football as we recapped the Penn State vs. Oregon Big 10 Championship game, and looked ahead at the upcoming playoffs.

In discussing college football, we also talked more about the idea of controlling emotions, particularly anger, especially in the context of competitive environments, as we continued our discussion from last week about the several postgame fights in college football a few weeks ago. James and Paul give us a practical look at how we as Christians ought to view and respond to angry emotions when they arise.

Zack Gugenheim's Information:
DiscipleMakers Profile
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Referenced Article from Desiring God:
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/how-can-we-be-angry-and-not-sin

Scripture References:

James 1:19-25

Ephesians 4:26-27

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In this week's sports news we discuss the Eagles and Steelers and prepare for Penn State football's appearance in the Big 10 Championship against Oregon. In this week's takeaway, we try to make sense of the numerous fights and brawls in last week's "rivalry week" in college football - especially the skirmish between Ohio State and Michigan.

Through examining what happened during those fights, and how a select few players chose to take a knee and pray instead, we see how pride played a role in the fights, and how God has called us to instead be humble and set apart from the world.

Scripture References:

Micah 6:8

Romans 12:2

James 4:10

Philippians 2:3

Proverbs 8:13

Proverbs 11:2

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In this week's sports news we highlight St. Joseph's run to the field hockey national championship, Lehigh's clinching of a playoff berth, Tyrese Maxey's community leadership, the latest on the Eagles, and the Thanksgiving Day football action.

We also have a conversation with Steelers' chaplain Kent Chevalier and his initiative to "Deflect the Glory" through prayer with players and giving back to the community.

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Kent Chevalier's Website: https://www.teamchevalier.com/


Three Pittsburgh Ministries support by Deflect the Glory hoodies:
Urban Impact Foundation: https://uifpgh.org/
Pittsburgh Kids Foundation: https://www.pittsburghkidsfoundation.org/
Light of Life Rescue Mission: https://www.lightoflife.org/


Scripture References:
Matthew 5:16
Matthew 6:3-4
Matthew 20:25-28

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In this week's sports news we highlight local high school sports playoffs, and congratulate the PSAC Champion Kutztown Golden Bears. In pro sports, we recap[ the MLB season awards, some recent history in the NBA, and we look for positives in the Sixers' tough start to the season.

In our takeaway this week, we're inspired by Tyrese Maxey's leadership on the Sixers to look into what the Bible says about leadership, and more specifically, how we as Christians are called to lead according to the scriptures.

Scripture References:

Matthew 5:14-16
Romans 12:2

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In this week's sports news we cheer on the Kutztown Golden Bears, and get the Big 5 Classic underway. In pro sports, we get caught up on the Phillies' offseason awards as Bryce Harper secured his 4th Silver Slugger, and Zach Wheeler awaits the Cy Young decision. In the NFL, we highlight Lions' kicker Jake Bates again, as well as Ricky Pearsall as his remarkable recovery continues.

For this week's takeaway, Ricky Pearsall's comments on God's presence encourage us to make a more conscious effort in seeking and living in God's presence.

Scripture References:

Deuteronomy 31:6

Joshua 1:9

Psalm 16:4, 11

Psalm 145:18

Jeremiah 29:13

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In this week's sports news we talk about Saquon's reverse-hurdle, Penn State's tough loss to Ohio State, an update on the Sixers, and the start of the college basketball season.

In this week's takeaway, we aim to learn from the mistakes made in Jason Kelce's recent altercation at Penn State and how God calls us to respond to hate, especially in the wake of the recent election.

Scripture References:

1 Peter 3:9-14

John 13:35

Matthew 5:14-16

Hebrews 12:1-2

Ephesians 4:25-30

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In this week's sports news we highlight the Dodgers' World Series win, the Commanders' Hail-Mary winner, and preview Saturday's PIAA District One high school championship games.

We also have a thought-provoking and challenging conversation with Dwayne Walton, Executive Director of The Parkesburg Point Youth Center in Parkesburg PA. In sharing his testimony, he unpacks how God's love changed his life and how it inspired his current ministry work, which all started with a conversation on a basketball court.

**LISTENER NOTICE: please be advised some topics discussed in today's testimony may be difficult for some listeners from 11:30 to 19:47**

Parkesburg Point website: https://parkesburgpoint.com/

In this week's takeaway, Dwayne leads us into a conversation about the love of God, how life-changing it is, and how important it is to share the love of God with others.

Scripture References:
John 3:16
Matthew 28:17-20
Hebrews 13:21
Hebrews 12:1-2


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