Unscripted for Christ Podcast

Travis Wilson
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Connecting Faith & Sports to help you win in the Game of Life, God’s Way. During our time together, we will dive into the word together. In addition, we will have many guests as well.

  1. 1d ago

    Former Liberty University Fullback & Owner of the CrossFit Squad, Derek Bishop (Ep. 143)

    In this episode of the Unscripted for Christ Podcast, I had a great conversation with former Liberty University fullback and Owner/Head Coach of CrossFit Squad in Florida, Derek Bishop. Derek shares his powerful testimony, reflects on his upbringing, and takes us through his college football journey at Liberty University, highlighting the valuable lessons God taught him both on and off the field. He also discusses what inspired him to open CrossFit Squad and offers practical fitness, nutrition, and wellness advice that can help anyone pursue a healthier lifestyle. In addition, Derek shares the heart behind CrossFit Squad's partnership with Place of Hope and their annual "Throwdown for the Kids" event, explaining how the competition is making a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children and families. Whether you're passionate about faith, football, fitness, or serving your community, this conversation is filled with encouragement, wisdom, and practical takeaways that will inspire you to glorify Christ in every area of your life. Let's Go!   Check out The Crossfit Squad and everything they have to offer, particularly if you live in the West Palm Beach, Florida area, https://thecrossfitsquad.com/.    Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode         Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  2. Aug 11

    How Selfless Are You? (Ep. 142)

    2 Timothy 3:2 reminds us that in the last days, people will be “lovers of themselves.” Sadly, we see this reality reflected in our culture more than ever. We live in a world that often celebrates self-focus, selfishness, pride, a lack of compassion, and the pursuit of vain glory. But as followers of Christ, we are called to live differently. God has uniquely gifted each of us with talents, resources, opportunities, and abilities—not simply for our own benefit, but to serve others and ultimately glorify Him. Whether it’s on our sports team, at our jobs, within our families, at church, or in our communities, are we intentionally choosing selflessness over selfishness? True selflessness reflects humility and demonstrates our love for Christ. It means recognizing that life is not ultimately about us. It is about Jesus and how we can use what He has entrusted to us to serve others and bring glory to His name. Are you willing to selflessly give your time, resources, finances, talents, and abilities to glorify God and bless those around you? Are you willing to live selflessly, even if it didn't benefit you? How selfless are you? Let's Go!   Scriptures to check out: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Philippians 2:3-5 Luke 6:31-39 James 3:15-16 James 4:1-10 Ephesians 5:23-33 1 Corinthians 11:3, 8-9, 11-12 Titus 2:4-5 1 Peter 2:1 1 Peter 3:1-7 1 Corinthians 15:33 2 Corinthians 8:12 Matthew 5:13-16 Matthew 5:42 Matthew 25:40-45 Genesis 1:27 Genesis 2:18-25 Psalm 139:23-24 1 Corinthians 10:31 Matthew 25:14-30     Looking for a sports devotional? Check out the one below: Amazon Let's Go! Weekly Devotions for Godly Competition in the Game of Life: Wilson, Travis, Publishing, King's Daughter: 9781736227718: Amazon.com: Books         Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  3. Aug 6

    Trust God's Plan (Ep. 141)

    Many of us have dreams and plans for our lives, but far too often we forget who is truly in control—Jesus Christ. As the Creator of all things, He is the One who directs our steps and faithfully guides our lives according to His perfect will. Proverbs 16:9 (NLT) reminds us, "We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." As followers of Christ, the closer we grow in our relationship with Him, the more our desires begin to align with His desires for our lives. I've experienced this personally, and it has taught me that God's plans are always greater than our own. Life will bring joy, challenges, victories, trials, and seasons of uncertainty. Yet through every circumstance, we are called to trust God's sovereign plan. The story of Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz is a powerful reminder that God is always at work, even in the midst of hardship. Their journey of loss, faith, redemption, and restoration ultimately became part of God's greater plan, leading to the lineage of King David and, generations later, the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In this episode, we'll explore what it truly means to surrender our plans to God, trust Him through every season, and rest in the confidence that His purpose is always better than our own. When we place our lives in Christ's hands and allow Him to direct our steps, we will never regret following His perfect plan. Let's Go!   Scriptures to check out: Genesis 16 Genesis 19:36-38 Numbers 23:19 Isaiah 55:8-9 Hebrews 10:23 James 1:2-5 Mark 11:20-24 Matthew 6:33 Matthew 6 Matthew 7:11 Hebrews 11:1 Hebrews 11:6 Acts 17:28 Luke 22:42 Psalm 24:1 Proverbs 3:5-6 Proverbs 16:1 Proverbs 16:9 Acts 17:28 Colossians 1:16 Isaiah 40:31 Jeremiah 17:9 Jeremiah 29:11-13 1 Peter 4:19 Ephesians 3:20-21 Ruth 1 Ruth 2 Ruth 3 Ruth 4 Romans 8:28     Looking for a sports devotional? Check out the one below: Amazon Let's Go! Weekly Devotions for Godly Competition in the Game of Life: Wilson, Travis, Publishing, King's Daughter: 9781736227718: Amazon.com: Books       Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  4. Aug 4

    Former College Basketball Coach & Assoc. Regional Director for Nations of Coaches, Coach Dale Layer (Ep. 140)

    In this episode of Unscripted for Christ, I had a fantastic conversation with Coach Dale Layer, Associate Regional Director for Nations of Coaches and a former collegiate men's basketball coach with over 40 years of experience at programs including Eckerd College, Texas A&M, Virginia Tech, Marquette, Colorado State, Liberty University, Queens University, and more. Coach Layer shares his powerful testimony, including the incredible story of how he died and was brought back to life. He also reflects on his Hall of Fame playing career at Eckerd College, where he competed against NBA legend Dominique Wilkins, his coaching journey, lessons learned along the way, his experience working alongside Coach Buzz Williams, and his current role with Nations of Coaches — a faith-based organization dedicated to equipping and mentoring coaches and student-athletes to build Christ-centered character and leadership on and off the court. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about faith, leadership, and purpose. Let's Go!   To learn more & support Coach Dale Layer and the ministry of Nations of Coaches, visit: Nations of Coaches     Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode         Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  5. Jul 30

    Former NBA Strength & Conditioning Coach, Dr. Bill Burgos (Ep. 139)

    In this episode, I had a phenomenal conversation with Dr. Bill Burgos, Former Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Orlando Magic, New York Knicks, and Minnesota Timberwolves, as well as an author, adjunct professor at Austin Peay State University, and Founder/CEO of LONU.ai. Dr. Burgos shares his testimony of growing up outside the church, serving in both the Army and Air Force, and how God shaped his faith throughout seasons of his life. Also, he takes us behind the scenes of his NBA career, offering insights into coaching elite athletes and his day-to-day duties. Lastly, we wrap up our conversation by discussing his book, Strength Coach for Christ, and the inspiration behind its message. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about faith, leadership, and purpose. Let's Go!   Check out his book, "Strength Coach for Christ" via his website, Strength Coach for Christ. Also, check out what LONU.ai has to offer. LONU.ai is an AI-powered platform tailored for elite nutrition & scheduling for professional athletes. It focuses on helping athletes and highly active individuals optimize their food choices to maximize energy, alertness, and physical performance. LONU LONU Landing Page     Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode         Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  6. Jul 27

    Prison Sports Ministries' Secretary, Paul Britton (Ep. 138)

    In this episode, I had a powerful conversation with Paul Britton, Secretary of Prison Sports Ministries highlighting God's grace, redemption, and the life-changing hope found in Jesus Christ. Paul shares his remarkable testimony of how God intervened during a season that could have resulted in a jail sentence. That experience became a turning point, leading him to fully surrender his life to Christ and pursue a deeper walk of faith. We also discuss the mission of Prison Sports Ministries, a faith-based outreach that uses athletics as a platform to share the Gospel and demonstrate the love of Jesus to incarcerated individuals. Paul shares inspiring stories of lives transformed through the ministry and offers a firsthand look at how God is working behind prison walls. Whether you're passionate about sports, evangelism, prison ministry, or simply encouraged by stories of God's redeeming power, this episode is a reminder that no one is beyond the reach of His grace.   Check out and support Prison Sports Ministries via their website, https://prisonsportsministries.org/   Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode       Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  7. Jul 21

    International Women's Boxing Hall of Famer, Dallas Malloy (Ep. 137)

    In this episode, I had a phenomenal conversation with International Women's Boxing Hall of Famer, Dallas Malloy to discuss her powerful testimony of how God helped her overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Dallas also shares the incredible story of her groundbreaking boxing career, including her successful legal challenge against USA Boxing's ban on women in amateur competition, which helped pave the way for women's boxing in the United States. We also talk about her book, Stand Up and Fight, and the inspiration behind its message. Tune in for more! Let's Go!   If interested, feel free to order a copy of her book, "Stand Up and Fight" via her website, dallasmalloy.com.   Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode       Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

  8. Jul 16

    Former Tennis Pro & Liberty University Asst. Tennis Coach Nathan Thompson (Ep. 136)

    In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Liberty University Assistant Tennis Coach and former professional tennis player, Nathan Thompson. Coach Thompson shares his faith journey, reflects on his collegiate career at Clemson University, and offers insights from his time on the professional tennis circuit. We also discuss his transition into coaching, including leading Southern Wesleyan University to a remarkable 2021 season that earned him Conference Carolinas Men's Tennis Coach of the Year honors, and his role in helping Princeton University capture the 2023–24 Ivy League Women's Tennis Championship. Whether you're an athlete, coach, or simply seeking to grow in your faith, this episode offers valuable insights on leadership, perseverance, and trusting God through every season.   Like the rest of the episodes, this is a prerecorded episode   Support Liberty University's Men's Tennis Program and check out information regarding the program via this link, https://libertyflames.com/sports/mens-tennis        Credits Powerful Trap Beat | Strong by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/ Music promoted by Background Music Free Download | No Copyright Music - Chosic Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

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Connecting Faith & Sports to help you win in the Game of Life, God’s Way. During our time together, we will dive into the word together. In addition, we will have many guests as well.

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  • Creator
    Travis Wilson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Unscripted for Christ Podcast