Pure Encouragement Podcast

Gary Steffes
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The Pure Encouragement Podcast exists to come alongside Competitors for Christ to strengthen and encourage them to compete with excellence and make an eternal impact. Every episode is designed to speak life into Competitors souls. We cover topics on Confidence. Leadership, Soul Care, and Living for Jesus in the sports world. Whether you are an athlete, coach, leader, or parent the PE Podcast will provide encouraging insights to strengthen you. Confidence is possible! Our sport is our tool to impact lives for eternity! Subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode!

  1. Ep. 93 | Morning Prayer to Win the Day: "In You Lord, I am Strong!"

    3D AGO

    Ep. 93 | Morning Prayer to Win the Day: "In You Lord, I am Strong!"

    Attack your day with confidence and strength by getting your eyes fixated on the Lord, remembering His mighty deeds, and by standing in the truth of who you are in Christ. This short prayer will strengthen your soul to win the day. As a follower Jesus, no matter what you face in life, you can confidently say, "In You Lord, I am Strong!" MORE FROM PURE ENCOURAGEMENT Want to Submit a Question to be Answered on a Future Podcast? ⁠⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the ⁠⁠⁠⁠6 Week Confidence Journal ⁠⁠⁠⁠to build your confidence and train spirituallyFree Resource:⁠⁠⁠⁠ Identity in Christ Statements⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Deep Dive on Anger and Forgiveness⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Help! I Need Confidence Video⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Help! I'm in a Slump Video⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Pure Encouragement on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    6 min
  2. Ep. 92 | Morning Prayer to Win the Day: I am More than a Conqueror Through Christ

    MAR 6

    Ep. 92 | Morning Prayer to Win the Day: I am More than a Conqueror Through Christ

    Attack your day with confidence and strength by getting your eyes fixated on the Lord, remembering His mighty deeds, and by standing in the truth of who you are in Christ. This short prayer will strengthen your soul to win the day. As a follower Jesus, you are more than a conqueror through Christ! MORE FROM PURE ENCOURAGEMENT Want to Submit a Question to be Answered on a Future Podcast? ⁠⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get the ⁠⁠⁠6 Week Confidence Journal ⁠⁠⁠to build your confidence and train spirituallyFree Resource:⁠⁠⁠ Identity in Christ Statements⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠Deep Dive on Anger and Forgiveness⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠Help! I Need Confidence Video⁠⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠⁠Help! I'm in a Slump Video⁠⁠⁠Follow Pure Encouragement on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    9 min
  3. Ep. 91 | 5-Minute Warrior's Prayer to Stand in Your Identity in Christ

    FEB 27

    Ep. 91 | 5-Minute Warrior's Prayer to Stand in Your Identity in Christ

    Are you ready to live a confident, victorious life in Christ? Use this episode to attack your day with strength as you stand in the truth of who God declares you to be. You are more than a conqueror through Christ who loves you! MORE FROM PURE ENCOURAGEMENT Want to Submit a Question to be Answered on a Future Episode? ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠Take the ⁠⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge ⁠⁠⁠Get the ⁠⁠6 Week Confidence Journal ⁠⁠to build your confidence and train spirituallyFree Resource:⁠⁠ Identity in Christ Statements⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠Deep Dive on Anger and Forgiveness⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠Help! I Need Confidence Video⁠⁠Free Resource: ⁠⁠Help! I'm in a Slump Video⁠⁠Follow Pure Encouragement on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    5 min
  4. Ep. 90 | Living Out the Great Commission - Influencers Bakersfield Tuesday Table

    JAN 29

    Ep. 90 | Living Out the Great Commission - Influencers Bakersfield Tuesday Table

    Jesus gave us a clear command in Matthew 28: “Go and make disciples of all nations.” But what does that actually look like in everyday life? In this episode, we explore practical, lived-out ways to walk in obedience to that call, learning how to live a confident, victorious life in Christ as a disciple maker. This isn’t an exhaustive list or a formula, but a collection of lessons learned through years of wrestling, growing, and practicing intentional faith. You’ll be encouraged and equipped to reach the people God has already placed in your life, your neighbors, family, friends, coworkers, and teammates, by living from conviction, not pressure, and from confidence, not fear. Recorded at the Tuesday Table with Influencers Bakersfield, this message comes from a ministry that has deeply shaped the speaker’s own walk with Christ and continues to help men and women grow in an intimate, abiding relationship with Jesus. This episode is all about stepping into the harvest field with clarity, courage, and faithfulness, learning how to live out the Great Commission in real life. SHOW NOTES Want to Submit a Question for Future Episode? ⁠Click Here⁠Take the ⁠⁠30 Day Identity Challenge ⁠⁠Get the ⁠6 Week Confidence Journal ⁠to build your confidence and train spirituallyFree Resource:⁠ Identity in Christ Statements⁠Free Resource: ⁠Deep Dive on Anger and Forgiveness⁠Free Resource: ⁠Help! I Need Confidence Video⁠Free Resource: ⁠Help! I'm in a Slump Video⁠Follow Pure Encouragement on ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠⁠⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    26 min

  5. JAN 16

    Ep. 89 | Question and Answer Session with Gary Steffes

    In this Question & Answer session, Gary Steffes tackles real, honest questions about winning with confidence, walking in forgiveness, living from your identity in Christ, and sharing your faith with people who aren’t interested in God. This episode is practical, Scripture-rooted, and encouraging—designed to help you live a confident, victorious life in Christ. SHOW NOTES Want to Submit a Question for Future Episode? Click HereTake the ⁠30 Day Identity Challenge ⁠Get the 6 Week Confidence Journal to build your confidence and train spirituallyFree Resource: Identity in Christ StatementsFree Resource: Deep Dive on Anger and ForgivenessFree Resource: Help! I Need Confidence VideoFree Resource: Help! I'm in a Slump VideoFollow Pure Encouragement on Instagram | YouTube ⁠⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    29 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    Ep. 88 | A Deep Dive Into Identity in Christ: Roundtable Discussion with Josh Sherley and Brad Newburg

    In this powerful roundtable discussion, Gary Steffes, Josh Sherley, and Brad Newburg do a deep dive into Identity in Christ—what it truly means, why it matters, and how it shapes the way we live every day. What does Scripture say about who you are in Christ? How does understanding your identity impact anxiety, stress, fear, and the pressure to perform? Can living from God’s truth actually bring freedom and peace? Together, the guys unpack these questions with honesty, biblical insight, and real-life application. They also respond to thoughtful questions from the national community. If you’re longing to break free from false beliefs and live victoriously in who God says you are, this conversation is for you. SHOW NOTES Take the 30 Day Identity Challenge Watch the Interview on YouTube ⁠MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    1h 5m

  7. 12/05/2025

    Ep. 87 | NHL Legend Garry Unger Shares his Inspiring Story about Pursuing the NHL and Coming to Faith in Jesus Christ - Full Interview

    In this powerful interview, we sit down with NHL legend Garry Unger—known for his ironman streak, relentless drive, and unforgettable presence on the ice. But beyond the records and the fame is a deeper story: one of identity, transformation, and eternal purpose. Garry opens up about his journey to the NHL, the sacrifices and perseverance that shaped his career, and the unexpected moments that led him to a life-changing faith in Jesus Christ. He shares candidly about what it was like to live out his faith in a world that often pulled him in the opposite direction. Whether you’re a hockey fan, a believer seeking encouragement, or someone exploring stories of real-life transformation, this conversation will challenge, inspire, and strengthen you. Listen in as Garry Unger reminds us what it means to pursue excellence, stand firm in faith, and live a life that leaves a legacy. SHOW NOTES Watch the Interview on YouTubeGarry Unger NHL CareerGarry Unger in NHL Record Book MORE ABOUT PURE ENCOURAGEMENT

    1h 32m

  8. 11/21/2025

    Ep. 86 | “Help! I Need Confidence — Where Do I Start? Get a Gameplan to Win as a Christian Athlete

    Do you need confidence as a Christian athlete and you don't know where to start? This six-minute video will strengthen you to gain true confidence by becoming Inside Out and letting God transform your inner world. You’ll learn: ✨ To get Toxicity Out—lies, fear, anger, pride, and negative self-talk ✨ To get God’s Truth In—His promises of who you are in Christ ✨ Practical tools to WIN with confidence daily If you’re ready to break free from insecurity and step into strong confidence, this message will give you the starting point you’ve been longing for. 📌 Subscribe for more messages on living a confident, victorious life in Christ 📖 Key Scripture: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” – John 8:32 NOTES 👏Download the Identity in Christ PDF 👏Take the 30 Day Identity Challenge

    7 min
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The Pure Encouragement Podcast exists to come alongside Competitors for Christ to strengthen and encourage them to compete with excellence and make an eternal impact. Every episode is designed to speak life into Competitors souls. We cover topics on Confidence. Leadership, Soul Care, and Living for Jesus in the sports world. Whether you are an athlete, coach, leader, or parent the PE Podcast will provide encouraging insights to strengthen you. Confidence is possible! Our sport is our tool to impact lives for eternity! Subscribe today so you don't miss a single episode!

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