Ep. 54 - Can Sports Become An Idol?

Over the past six weeks, the sports world has been nonstop. The FIFA World Cup has captivated billions, while the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup Finals, Wimbledon, the Tour de France, The Open Championship, the Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup, Major League Cricket, and the Formula One and Major League Baseball seasons have kept fans glued to their screens.But when does a healthy passion become something more?In this episode, I share my own journey—from growing up in Australia and finding purpose through table tennis to discovering lifelong mentors through racquetball after moving to America. Sports have given me friendships, discipline, opportunities, and some of life’s greatest memories.Yet even the greatest blessings can become dangerous when they begin occupying a place they were never meant to hold.Join me as we explore what Scripture says about priorities, identity, and worship, and how to enjoy the games we love without allowing them to take the place that belongs to Yahweh alone.Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, a coach, or simply a passionate fan, this episode is an invitation to examine what truly comes first.