When you watch a sports game, you see players give very clear displays of faith. How did religion become so entwined with big-time sports in America? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, Paul Putz will tell the story of how this thriving religious subculture came to be. Whether you’re a sports fan or not, don’t miss the next Equipped.

Featured resource:
The Spirit of the Game: American Christianity and Big-Time Sports by Paul Putz

Also mentioned:
Away Game by Brian Smith and Ed Uszynksi

April thank you gift:
Equipped for Life: A 30-Day Devotional for Living with Courage and Compassion by Chris Brooks


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When you watch a sports game, you see players give very clear displays of faith. How did religion become so entwined with big-time sports in America? On this edition of Equipped with Chris Brooks, <a title="www.paulemoryputz.com/about.html" href="https://www.paulemoryputz.com/about.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paul Putz</a> will tell the story of how this thriving religious subculture came to be. Whether you&rsquo;re a sports fan or not, don&rsquo;t miss the next Equipped.
Featured resource: <a title="www.paulemoryputz.com/about.html" href="https://www.paulemoryputz.com/about.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Spirit of the Game: American Christianity and Big-Time Sports by Paul Putz</a>
Also mentioned: <a title="Book: Away Game" href="https://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&amp;amp;p=1024153&amp;amp;item_no=788362" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Away Game by Brian Smith and Ed Uszynksi</a>
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Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages you to grow spiritually, think critically, and live compassionately in your community. Interact with Chris as he empowers you to live out the gospel in a rapidly changing culture. This live, one-hour program, airing weekdays at noon CT, features special guests and welcomes your participation by calling in and by plugging in through social media.

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Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages you to grow spiritually, think critically, and live compassionately in your community. Interact with Chris as he empowers you to live out the gospel in a rapidly changing culture. This live, one-hour program, airing weekdays at noon CT, features special guests and welcomes your participation by calling in and by plugging in through social media.

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Equipped with Chris Brooks encourages you to grow spiritually, think critically, and live compassionately in your community. Interact with Chris as he empowers you to live out the gospel in a rapidly changing culture. This live, one-hour program, airing weekdays at noon CT, features special guests and welcomes your participation by calling in and by plugging in through social media.
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American Christianity and Big-Time Sports

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