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We've curated a set of articles to help you grow in your faith and in your career. From interviews with industry leaders to Bible studies, testimonies, and ministry reports, we hope these blogs will challenge and teach you.
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How Can Christians Lead Well in the Sports Industry? Bryan Engle, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Bryan Engle, Senior Associate AD of Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University. Bryan shares his journey of faith, his path to athletics administration, and the importance of living with a servant heart. He discusses the challenges of balancing career growth with God's calling, the significance of prayer in high-pressure situations, and the lessons learned from overseeing a major facility project. Bryan emphasiz
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How Can Christians Lead Well in the Sports Industry? Bryan Engle, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Bryan Engle, Senior Associate AD of Internal Affairs at Lipscomb University. Bryan shares his journey of faith, his path to athletics administration, and the importance of living with a servant heart. He discusses the challenges of balancing career growth with God's calling, the significance of prayer in high-pressure situations, and the lessons learned from overseeing a major facility project. Bryan emphasiz
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7 days ago1 min read
Come to Me
Busy. Busy. Busy. It seems like there's no escape, doesn't it? Who else has felt overwhelmed by busyness? Romans 12:2 says, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” The Western world and college and professional athletics are busy. Anyone working in the industry knows games and events extend beyond nine-to-five, demanding unusual hours. How can we
Karlie Flowers
Jan 2914 min read
How to Find Comfort & Joy in a Season of Affliction? Tamara Brown, Sports Reporter
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, hosts Karlie Flowers and On-Air Personality Tamara Brown discuss Tamara's journey in sports reporting, emphasizing the importance of faith, perseverance, and community. They explore the challenges of career transitions, the significance of spiritual growth during difficult times, and the balance between faith and works. Tamara shares her experiences finding peace in uncertainty and the lessons she learned from various job changes, ulti
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 291 min read
What Does It Mean to Be Uncommon in Secular Spaces? Troy Lydiate, Creative Director of Apologetics Canada
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews Troy Lydiate, the creative director of Apologetics Canada. Troy shares his journey from being adopted in Jamaica to growing up in a Christian family in Canada, and how his faith deepened through personal experiences and challenges. He discusses his transition into the field of apologetics, emphasizing the importance of making complex ideas accessible and the role of humility in ministry. Troy also reflects on
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 151 min read
How Do You Live on Mission in the Field of Sports? Mariah Fredericks, Missionary / Pro Soccer Player
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, Karlie Flowers interviews Mariah Fredericks, a Sport Ministry and Organizational Consultant and professional soccer player in Barcelona, Spain (La Tercera Nacional). Mariah shares her journey from coaching in the U.S. to using sports as a platform for ministry. She discusses the importance of balancing competition with holiness, the transformative power of sports ministry, and the significance of rest and reliance on the Holy Spirit.
Uncommon Sports Group
Jan 11 min read
Joy Found in Jesus
“But the angel said to them, ' Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a savior, who is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:10 Christmas is a special time of the year. As that one song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” But why is that? What makes Christmas so special and worthy of excitement and preparation? Some people would say that the weather is what mak
Michael Bizerra
Dec 24, 20253 min read
How Do You Find True Hope This Holiday Season? Uncommon Sports Group's Noah Weiss & Karlie Flowers
In this conversation, Karlie Flowers and Noah Weiss explore the theme of hope during the holiday season, emphasizing its biblical significance. They discuss the difference between worldly hope and biblical hope, the importance of scripture in understanding hope, and how hope can be present even in suffering. The conversation highlights the need for intimacy with Christ as the foundation of true hope, encouraging listeners to reflect on their relationship with God and the assu
Uncommon Sports Group
Dec 18, 20251 min read
The Sign, The Son
"Moreover the Lord spoke again to Ahaz, saying, “Ask a sign for yourself from the Lord your God; ask it either in the depth or in the height above.” But Ahaz said, “I will not ask, nor will I test the Lord!” Then he said, “Hear now, O house of David! Is it a small thing for you to weary men, but will you weary my God also? Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. " Isaiah 7:10-13 I ado
Karlie Flowers
Dec 11, 20258 min read
How Can You Hear the Voice Of God in A Noisy Industry? Kelli Masters, NFL Agent / Angela Marin, AD at UT Dallas
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, USG Board Members, Kelli Masters, NFL Agent, and Angela Marin, Athletic Director at UT Dallas, discuss the importance of hearing God's voice and building a relationship with Him through prayer and scripture. The conversation focuses on opportunities for the community offered by Uncommon Sports Group, finding value beyond titles, and the challenges of being a woman in the sports industry. A new episode of the Uncommon Podcast is releas
Uncommon Sports Group
Dec 4, 20251 min read
How Is a Former NFL Player Using Golf to Share the Gospel? Geremy Davis, Founder of Golf And Gospel
In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss interviews former NFL wide receiver Geremy Davis, who shares his journey from professional athlete to founder of the ministry Golf and Gospel. Geremy discusses his evolution of faith, the challenges of maintaining a Christian witness in the competitive sports world, and how he uses golf as a platform to share the gospel. He emphasizes the importance of community, accountability, and living out one's faith in everyday li
Uncommon Sports Group
Nov 20, 20251 min read
How Do You Lean Not On Your Understanding and Trust God in Seasons of Grief & Transition? Jaunelle White, VP of Athletics at Point University
In this episode of the Uncommon podcast, host Karlie Flowers interviews Jaunelle White, VP of Athletics and Chief Student Development Officer at Point University. Jaunelle shares her inspiring faith journey, the influence of her family, and how she integrates her faith into her career in athletics. The conversation explores the significance of community service, navigating grief, and striking a balance between career and family life. Jaunelle emphasizes the power of prayer, t
Uncommon Sports Group
Nov 6, 20251 min read
Keep The Fire Burning
"Because of the multiplication of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold. But the one who perseveres to the end will be saved" Matthew 24:12 "For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its
Karlie Flowers
Oct 31, 20256 min read
Can Christians Celebrate Halloween? Noah Weiss & Karlie Flowers, Uncommon Sports Group
In this episode, hosts Karlie Flowers and Noah Weiss delve into the complex topic of Halloween, exploring its origins, cultural significance, and the varying perspectives within the Christian community. They discuss the historical roots of Halloween, including its connections to the Celtic festival of Samhain and the Christian celebration of All Saints Day. The conversation highlights the polarizing nature of Halloween among believers, personal experiences with the holiday, a
Uncommon Sports Group
Oct 23, 20251 min read
USG Event Recap: 2025 Phoenix Impact Weekend
Read a detailed recap about this year’s Phoenix Impact weekend.
Uncommon Sports Group
Oct 15, 20253 min read
1 Million Pounds of Gear Milestone: How Did You Get There? Drew Boe, Josh Meyer, Noah Weiss
We're celebrating an incredible feat with the USG team! In this episode of the Uncommon Podcast, host Noah Weiss is joined by Drew Boe...
Uncommon Sports Group
Oct 9, 20251 min read
Fellowship with the Holy Spirit
“May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all” (2 Cor. 13:14.) As...
Karlie Flowers
Sep 25, 20253 min read
How Biblical Truth Shapes This Coach
In this episode, Associate Head Men’s Basketball Coach at LeTourneau University, Joel Wallace, discusses his journey to coaching, his...
Uncommon Sports Group
Jul 9, 20251 min read
The Narrow Way
“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But...
Karlie Smith
Jul 3, 20253 min read
USG Community Impact: 2025 NACDA Convention
"And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all peoples to Myself.” John 12:32'' The Word says that every knee should bow at the...
Karlie Smith
Jun 20, 20252 min read
Cleansing the Temple
Before we open the scriptures together, I encourage you—still your heart before the Lord. Come quietly before Him, humbly to the Word of...
Karlie Smith
Jun 13, 20256 min read
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