Is it Wrong to Have Low Standards?

We live in a world full of high standards, high expectations, and high demands. While well intentioned, this mentality can drive an unhealthy pace in life.

It's human nature to highlight our strengths, but when is the last time you boasted in having low expectations and low standards? Consider Jesus, who, in Matthew 11, told his disciples “…I am gentle and lowly in heart…"

Rick and Michael talk about the power of slowing down, resting, and learning to enjoy the process, not the results. In this approach, we can find joy, peace, and satisfaction in life and in our relationship with Jesus Christ.

How Do I Develop Sound Fundamentals?

Fundamentals are the building block for any endeavor in life. Whether it’s sports, academics, or work — if we want to excel, we must master the fundamentals. But what about your faith? Are you Stagnate? Bored? Do you know the 5 fundamentals for growing in relationship with Jesus Christ?

We are joined once again by Rich Tuttle — founder of Nudge Ministries. He talks us through some practical yet vitally important ways to develop sound fundaments in our faith. When put into action, these will change your life!

Check out the “Faith Hand” by Navigators:
https://www.navigators.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/navigators-the-word-hand.pdf

Learn more about Nudge Ministries:
https://nudgeministries.org/

Listen to Audio:
Https://enduretc.org/audio

Why is Kingdom Living Upside Down?

Building off their last conversation "Are You Looking for a King?", Michael and Rick discuss the importance of choosing which kingdom to operate in. There are temptations of the world to live and abide by earthly principles—which typically means putting self first. However, we all have the choice to live by a different standard. In this episode, you’ll gain a better understanding of the significance of the inverted pyramid, and how this concept applies to every component of our lives.

Listen here: https://enduretc.org/audio

Mentioned in the Podcast:
*Kyle Snyder FCA Wrestling Interview https://youtu.be/1MW6swplqMo?si=D2iFkqCSE-56UwwF

*Gene Davis "What it Takes to Endure" https://youtu.be/5MFgo-ZihSE?si=MyubdVrHTXqNSH2o

*Are You Looking for a King? https://youtu.be/PqMgU4qjOMw

Are You Looking for a King?

Whether we realize it or not, we all crown elements of our lives king. These kings can represent things like safety, stability, popularity, gratification—and while they may not be inherently bad or wrong, these cannot sit higher in our lives than the King. We discuss the importance of keeping relationship with Jesus Christ, our eternal King, first and foremost. We also dive into the idea of living a balanced life versus giving things and people preeminence in our lives. Michael and Rick engage in thought provoking conversation, encouraging each other and listeners to keep pursuing purpose and calling in Christ our Lord.

Audio: https://enduretc.org/audio

Facing Your Fear: Growth in Life and Ultramarathons #endure #100miles

Full Episode:
https://youtu.be/fgR-ATacc6U?si=PoOzEASosvA5XwtS

Learn more: enduretc.org

Stargazing and the Grand Canyon Transformed my Pity Party #endure #podcast

When you need perspective, slow down, stop and look up.

Full episode: Our Journey to the 100 miler...and Beyond
https://youtu.be/fgR-ATacc6U?si=yreK8rT8dvDa_BMT

Learn more: https://enduretc.org

Our Journey to the 100 Mile Ultra-Marathon...and Beyond

We're On the Podium (again) with Josh Peterson, where we talk about our collective journey to the 100 Mile Ultra-Marathon. The path to an ultra is long and difficult, filled with plenty of highs and lows. During our conversation, we also talk about how this mentality applies to life and faith. The importance of simply showing up in the small things, finding joy in the mundane, and committing to the grind.

Unleash Your Potential: The Key to Success in Training and Competition #endure

Showing up in the daily, mundane things is oftentimes harder than the event

Learn more: enduretc.org

Faithful to Endure (Finish the Race)

We're On the Podium with Gene Davis -- 1976 Olympic Bronze Medalist and 3x All American (4th, 1st, 3rd) in 1965-67 out of Oklahoma State. Gene and his wife Frances joined Athletes in Action in 1968, and have have since taken the Gospel around the world. They are still in the ministry today, focusing on discipleship and relationships. We talk at length about what it took to endure over the course of his life--in faith, marriage and ministry.

Listen to audio at https://enduretc.org/audio