Bogeys and Blessings

Bogeys and Blessings
  • 5.0 (10)
  • Christianity

Where faith, golf, and life meet on and off the course. Real talk about swings, struggles, and spiritual growth — one round at a time.

Episodes

  1. Aug 16

    "The Wind Through Their Eyes"

    What happens when a golf trip becomes a place for honesty, friendship, faith, and transformation? In the Season 1 finale of Bogeys and Blessings, Justin sits down with several of the men who joined him at Bandon Dunes to hear the story through their eyes. They reflect on the personal headwinds they carried, the relationships formed along the fairways, and the intentional conversations that made this much more than an ordinary guys’ trip. They also revisit an unexpected encounter at the practice range that grew into a life-changing act of kindness, the father-son memories created that week, and the nightly conversations that gave each man space to put down his guard and speak honestly. The lesson is simple: meaningful connection doesn’t require a perfect setting or an elaborate trip. It can begin during a weekend round, on the driving range, or with one sincere question. We simply have to slow down, pay attention, and be willing to go deeper. “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17 Who is on your list? Who could you invite to walk alongside you—and what conversation might you finally be willing to begin? Formation rarely happens alone. Pray over your list, make the invitation, and find a way to walk together. Subscribe for more honest conversations about golf, life, faith, and all the moments in between that shape us.

  2. Aug 9

    "Don't Walk Alone"

    Eight men arrived at Bandon Dunes carrying eight different battles.There was a cancer survivor, a lifelong friend recovering from a rare brain aneurysm, a man wrestling with retirement and identity, a father and son building a lasting memory—and me, quietly navigating a lawsuit that felt like it could unravel everything.We thought we were organizing a golf trip. Looking back, I can see that God was orchestrating something much deeper.In Season 1, Episode 7 of Bogeys and Blessings, I share the story behind “Two Signs”—an intentional trip built around golf, faith, honest conversation, and inviting another generation to walk alongside us.Each night, we gathered and asked one question: What wind has knocked you off your rhythm lately?Every man was facing a different wind, but none of us had to face it alone. Sometimes the wind isn’t there to knock you down. Sometimes God uses it to gather the right people around you.“The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going.” — John 3:8Who are you walking through life with? And if the answer is no one, who might God be prompting you to invite onto the fairway?Subscribe for more honest conversations about golf, life, faith, and all the moments in between that shape us.

  3. Aug 2

    "Rhythm: The Pace of Grace"

    What if the weight you’re carrying was never yours to hold? As my dad prepared to enter memory care, I wanted to protect my parents, solve every problem, and carry the weight of an incredibly difficult transition. Fixing is what I’ve always done—but in the quiet, I felt God asking me to do something different: open my hands. In Season 1, Episode 6 of Bogeys and Blessings, we explore the connection between surrender, peace, and the pace at which we live. A golf trip helped me see that I rushed the game in the same way I rushed through life—always thinking ahead, gripping too tightly, and rarely slowing down enough to be fully present. The circumstances didn’t immediately change, but something within me did. I began to understand that peace isn’t the absence of responsibility. It’s the presence of the right pace—and surrender is what sets that pace. “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 What are you gripping too tightly right now? What might happen if you opened your hands and trusted God with it? Subscribe for more honest conversations about golf, life, faith, and all the moments in between that shape us.

  4. Jul 26

    "Presence Over Performance"

    What happens when your performance starts controlling your peace?During a couples golf trip in Cabo, I played poorly—and allowed my quiet frustration to affect everyone around me. On the fifth tee box, I realized I needed a mulligan, not on my shot, but on my posture.In Episode 5 of Bogeys and Blessings, we explore how easily performance can become tied to identity. God wasn’t confronting my golf that day; He was confronting my heart. His conviction wasn’t condemnation—it was an invitation to surrender the scorecard and choose presence over performance.“The Lord does not look at the things people look at… the Lord looks at the heart.” — 1 Samuel 16:7Where in your life is performance carrying more weight than it should?Subscribe for more conversations about golf, life, faith, and the moments that shape us.

  5. Jul 19

    "Presence vs. Pull"

    What happens when everything feels urgent—but the moment in front of you matters more?During what was supposed to be an unhurried round of golf with my wife, my phone began lighting up with problems to solve and people who needed answers. By the third hole, I was physically present—but mentally and emotionally somewhere else.Then I pulled my tee shot out of bounds and felt a quiet reminder: my urgency had outrun my presence.In Season 1, Episode 4 of Bogeys and Blessings, we’re talking about the subtle ways responsibility, productivity, and the desire to fix everything can pull us away from the people who matter most. Sometimes the greatest gift we can offer isn’t a solution. It’s simply our presence.“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1What in your life might be pulling you away from the people or moments that matter most?Subscribe and join us for more honest conversations about golf, life, faith, and all the moments in between that shape us.

  6. Jul 12

    "It's Time"

    In this episode of Bogeys & Blessings, Justin sits down with the man whose story played a pivotal role in the creation of this podcast. After hearing Justin’s perspective in Episode 1, it’s time to hear the other side of the story.Together, they dive into his journey of faith, the highs and lows that shaped him, and the moments when God completely changed the course of his life. This is an honest conversation about surrender, purpose, and learning to trust God’s plan—even when you can’t see where He’s leading.Whether you’re strong in your faith, searching for answers, or simply looking for encouragement, this episode is a reminder that God often works through ordinary people and unexpected conversations to accomplish extraordinary things.If this conversation encouraged you, consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who needs hope today.Follow Bogeys & Blessings for more conversations about faith, golf, purpose, and living a life that honors Christ—both on and off the course. If you have a story you want to share or any questions/conversations please reach out to contact@bogeysandblessings.com

  7. Jul 12

    Kingdom Mulligan

    What if God gave you a second chance to live out your faith in the exact same moment?In this episode of Bogeys & Blessings, Justin shares the story behind what he calls The Kingdom Mulligan—a moment on the golf course that exposed where his identity really was. After realizing he had missed an opportunity to reflect Christ through his attitude and actions, God gave him an unexpected chance to respond differently.This isn’t just a story about golf. It’s a reminder that our greatest victories aren’t found on a scorecard—they’re found in choosing to represent Christ, even when life doesn’t go our way.Whether you play golf or not, this conversation will challenge you to consider where your identity is rooted and how your faith is reflected in everyday moments.If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to Bogeys & Blessings, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use the reminder that God’s grace is greater than our failures—and that every day is another opportunity to live for His Kingdom.Follow along for more conversations about faith, golf, purpose, and becoming the person God has called you to be—both on and off the course. If you have a story you want to share or any questions/conversations please reach out to contact@bogeysandblessings.com

  8. Jul 12

    The Origin Story

    Every story has a beginning, and this is ours.In the very first episode of Bogeys & Blessings, Justin shares the story behind the podcast—how God placed this vision on his heart, the moments that confirmed the calling, and why this conversation needed to happen.More than a golf podcast, Bogeys & Blessings is about connecting Golf to faith, growing in faith, and learning to trust God through both the victories and the struggles. Whether you’re on the course, in your career, with your family, or navigating a difficult season, our hope is that these conversations encourage you to pursue Christ with intentionality.If you’ve ever wondered how this podcast started or what we’re hoping God will do through it, this episode is the perfect place to begin.If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a reminder that God often does His best work through both our bogeys and our blessings. If you have a story you want to share or any questions/conversations please reach out to contact@bogeysandblessings.com

  • 8 Episodes

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Where faith, golf, and life meet on and off the course. Real talk about swings, struggles, and spiritual growth — one round at a time.

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  • Creator
    Bogeys and Blessings
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bogeys and Blessings
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