Podcasts by Run For God: Run Club

162–Cultivating Me (Elizabeth Morey) : Don’t Worry About Others from 2023-05-01T05:00

Special guest Elizabeth Morey joins Dean in the studio to tell her story of struggle and how God intervened to get her in a better place. Then Dean shares his thoughts on why we shouldn’t worry ...

161–What Run for God Started : Highway 6 from 2023-04-24T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about getting back to the basics and being motivated to come back to something you love. Then Dean shares a story about a road construction crew that you will not believe....

160–God is in the Long Run : It Is Part of the Process from 2023-04-17T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story that explores the ways in which God molds us through running/walking and in our spiritual lives. Then Dean shares a story about extreme high diving and how it can...

159–I Didn’t Deserve It : God did That from 2023-04-10T05:00

Sometimes things don’t go as planned, but there are blessings in them anyway. Dean and Mitchell discuss that and the fact that it is good that we don’t always get what we deserve. Then Dean shar...

158–Overcoming Injuries : A Christian Running Fable from 2023-04-03T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about overcoming injuries in the larger context of how doing hard things is good for us. Then Dean shares a story created by artificial intelligence. The discussion that f...

157–People are Watching : Patience is a Virtue from 2023-03-27T05:00

As Dean and Mitchell begin the fourth year of the podcast, they talk about how people are watching us, for good or for bad. Then Dean shares a story where his patience served him well. How can t...

156 –American Record Holder Alan Webb Talks Running and Faith from 2023-03-20T05:00

Mitchell joins Dean for the first and last parts of the podcast, but in between, Dean interviews the American record holder in the mile run, Alan Webb. Alan shares his desire to honor God with h...

155–The Chicken and the Frog : The Front Row from 2023-03-13T05:00

If you like a humorous story, you don’t want to miss this week’s episode as Dean and Mitchell discuss the age old question: Why did the chicken cross the road? Then Dean shares something he did ...

154–Then God Sent Bubba : Charley the Cat from 2023-03-06T05:00

The story of Jerri Seigler and Bubba will make you laugh, it’’ll make you cry, and it will make you think. You do not want to miss Dean and Mitchell’s commentary on that story. Then Dean shares ...

153–Gaye Coker’s Story : Try Walking from 2023-02-27T20:17

Gaye Coker shares her story. From the tragedies of her youth, through her running journey, and medical issues. Through it all, God has remained faithful. Then Dean shares his thoughts on walkers...

152–God Got Me to the Finish : Time Eaters from 2023-02-20T05:00

Dean and Mitchell get in depth this week about compromise and how God looks at it. A Run Club member shares his struggles in the marathon. And Dean tells us what a Stephen King story, Running an...

151–Two Little Words : Default Position from 2023-02-13T05:00

Mitchell and Dean discuss how two little words in the Bible show us how incredible God can be in all areas of our lives. Then Dean shares a story about a softball game years ago that can help us...

150–Should I Keep Running? : Adept at Adaptation from 2023-01-30T05:00

Have you ever wondered if you should just hang up the running shoes? Dean and Mitchell share a story that may help guide you to an answer. Then Dean shares his thoughts on being able to adapt to...

149–The Old Man at the Lake : Really? from 2023-01-30T05:00

Dean and Mitchell tackle the subject of aging and how an old book has the power to renew our mind, if we’ll only let it. Then Dean shares a way to cut through the doubt when things just don’t se...

148–But I Want to Be the Race Car : Grow Like a Goldfish from 2023-01-23T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about what we deserve and how we should treat those who may irritate us. Then Dean shares some interesting information about goldfish and why we should be more like them.

147–I Had a Vision, But I Needed Focus: God is Looking for Your Help from 2023-01-16T05:00

It is great to have a vision of what you’d like to accomplish, but focus is required to make it happen. Dean and Mitchell discuss that and Dean explains why God is looking for your help in all t...

146–The Call to Discipleship – Learning to be Still : A Lesson from Tiger Woods from 2023-01-09T05:00

Mitchell is back with Dean to talk about how, even as runners, we need to be still and listen for God’s direction, but then help young Christians in their faith journeys. Then Dean shares what i...

145–Bob Lubell – “This is Mine. Watch Me Raise It Up!” from 2023-01-02T05:00

Special guest Bob Lubell joins Dean and tells the incredible story of the peaks and valleys that has been his life. If you like stories of how God intervenes and makes a way when there is no way...

144–Learning Humility : QuietQuitting from 2022-12-26T05:00

Have you ever learned something the hard way? Dean and Mitchell talk about humility and what it looks like in our running and life. Then Dean shares his thoughts on the term Quiet Quitting and ...

Ep. 143 The Night That Changed Everything from 2022-12-19T05:00

Merry Christmas Everyone! Christmas is a time for crazy things to happen. Dean shares a Christmas story that he wrote a few years ago about one of those crazy things. It was The Night That Chang...

142–Depression vs Peace : Pruning the Tree from 2022-12-12T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about how order often comes from peace, but we can’t find peace simply through order. Where do goals and the systems we use to reach them fit in with the reality of peace....

141–#IAmKindaFit : Why I Run from 2022-12-05T05:00

Special guest Angie Hawkins joins Dean as she shares her thoughts on why God would make a runner out of someone who had never thought much about running. Then Dean tells us why he runs. Join the...

140–It’s Time to Get Outside : Containing Our Excitement from 2022-11-28T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about Running and nature and how they go together. In addition, nature and God go together like peas and carrots. Then Dean shares a youthful indiscretion that reminds him...

139–What Do You Rely On : Learning From NASCAR from 2022-11-21T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a great story about technology and then ask the question, what do you rely on the most? Then Dean shares how a NASCAR finish can help us to understand how to be better ru...

138–Scratching the Surface : Below the Gnat Line from 2022-11-13T05:00

Running hurts sometimes, but Dean and Mitchell share a story about why that can be a good thing. Then Dean shares a story about how living amongst the peskiest creatures in the world can make yo...

137–Running With Hazel : The Strength is There from 2022-11-07T05:00

Have you ever had a moment when you realize that God put two people together for a reason? How about a person and a dog? Dean and Mitchell share a story about a dog named Hazel. Then Dean talks ...

136–I Want a Thick Book : Cherophobia from 2022-10-31T05:00

As runners we spend time thinking about how our training effects our racing, but have you ever thought about how living your life effects what happens when you come face to face with the Creator...

135 God Works Out the Details : The Bystander Effect from 2022-10-24T05:00

Do you believe in coincidence? Do you think many of them are divine providence? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and many more. In addition, Dean shares a story about the Bystander Effect an...

Ep. 134 Facing Challenges and Seeing God : Addiction Replacement from 2022-10-17T05:00

Sometimes we find God working under the toughest circumstances. Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and more. Also, Dean shares his assertion that we are all addicted to something.

133–Your Attitude Has the Wheel : No Human is Limited from 2022-10-10T05:00

Is Laughter really the best medicine? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and how to use humor to make running easier. Then Dean recalls Eliud Kipchoge’s world record marathon and how the “Kipc...

132–A 5K Challenge : Hope and a Plan from 2022-10-03T05:00

Dean and Mitchell check in with 5K Challenge class and talk about how things never seem to go as expected, but sometimes it works out better than expected anyway. Then Dean talks about why hope ...

131–John Disderdick from 2022-09-19T17:15:45

Have ever met someone who seems to have lived several lifetimes in one span? We talk with 10 time world boxing champion and winner of over 400 medals in the Senior Olympics about his accomplishm...

130–Running With Rusty : Phototropism from 2022-09-16T18:38:57

Have you ever run with a dog? Dean and Mitchell share a story about running with a dog named Rusty. What can we learn from it? And then Dean explains how the term phototropism applies to both ou...

129–Redemption Story : The Magnum Mile from 2022-09-12T05:00

Have you ever said you were going to give God the glory for something you did? This week’s running story may make you think twice before you say it again. Then Dean shares a lesson in accepting ...

128–Hills : Commitment with Confidence from 2022-09-05T05:00

The extra resistance of hills makes them tough to tackle. The hills of life come in many forms and are equally difficult. Dean and Mitchell discuss that and then Dean shares a weak moment on a l...

127–Just Enough : Survive Like a 5-Year-Old from 2022-08-29T05:00

Have you ever been tired from all the work you have to do? Dean and Mitchell share a story about how God will provide the energy we need if we’ll just learn to lean on Him for it. Then, in a sto...

126–Calling It Quits : You Had To Be There from 2022-08-22T05:00

Is quitting a bad thing? It can be a terrible thing, but it can also be just what you need. Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about quitting. Then Dean shares a story about how being there is so...

125–You’re the Fittest Fat Person I Know : God Goes One Better from 2022-08-15T05:00

Sometimes we try and try, and we seem stuck. Dean and Mitchell share a story about persistence and delivery in this week’s story. Then Dean shares a story from a track meet where God shows off....

124–When the Music Stops : We Are What We Repeatedly Do from 2022-08-08T05:00

What happens when the technology you depend on stops working? Maybe God is trying to tell you something? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and they discuss habits and repetition, applying it ...

123–The Hills : Run a New Direction from 2022-08-01T05:00

We all encounter hills as we run, but we also must negotiate the hills of life. Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic in addition to trivia and many other things. Then Dean shares a way to make t...

122–Eden Morris On Nutrition from 2022-07-25T05:00

Nutrition is an important part of a runner’s life. Well, okay, it is important for everyone! Eden Morris is back discussing fueling strategies while running. Dean and Mitchell are still there t...

121–The Other Seed : Following Directions from 2022-07-18T05:00

There are different types of seeds. Dean and Mitchell share another Rhonda Williams story about how we should focus on the right ones. Then Dean shares a life lesson from the 6th grade about fo...

120–A is for Apple : Quit Beating the Water from 2022-07-11T05:00

Dean and Mitchell use some facts and quotes about apples to talk about how complex running and spirituality can be. Then Dean shares a harrowing, if not embarrassing,  experience while...

119–Negative or Positive? : Shields Up! from 2022-07-04T05:00

Being positive about your running and/or your walk with Christ is not easy sometimes, but it is a choice. Dean and Mitchell discuss how to do it. Then Dean uses a Star Trek reference to talk abo...

118–Second Chances : The 4% Investment from 2022-06-27T05:00

Have you ever been given a second chance? Dean and Mitchell share a story about second chances and how integral they are to everything we do, including our walk with Christ as well as our runnin...

117–Oh, How I Dread It : Occam’s Razor from 2022-06-20T05:00

Have you ever dreaded anything? Of course! We all have. Dean and Mitchell share a story about dread that contrasts our dreaded situations with Jesus’ dread of going to the cross. You don’t want ...

116–The Joy of a Mulligan : Drawing Flies from 2022-06-13T05:00

Is there anything more satisfying than getting a do-over? Dean and Mitchell talk about the power of a second chance. Then Dean shares how he thinks pesky flies can actually help us to be better ...

115–Overcoming Lies : The Gravity of the Situation from 2022-06-06T05:00

Dean is joined by Run for God cheerleader Angie Hawkins this week as they discuss why going against the resistance is important to all we do in Dean’s Thoughts. Before that they talk about overc...

114–But I Don’t Want To : Prepare To Limp from 2022-05-30T05:00

Has God ever pricked your heart to do something that makes no sense? Dean and Mitchell share a story about a sandwich, a run, and a warm heart. Then Dean talks about how behaviors become ingrain...

113–It Sounded Like a Good Idea 3 Months Ago : What is Ferritin and why should I be concerned? from 2022-05-23T05:00

All runners have had a change of attitude in the middle of a race, but how do you handle it? Mitchell and Dean discuss how humor can change everything. Then they discuss Ferritin: What is it and...

112–Restoration : Old Keys Won’t Open New Doors from 2022-05-16T05:00

Can running or the Run for God 5K Challenge restore your marriage? Find out in this episode. Then Dean shares his thoughts on how we need to look at our new non-sedentary lives in an entirely di...

111–But I Don’t Deserve It : Do I Need Help from 2022-05-09T05:00

Have you ever won something and felt you didn’t deserve it? Dean and Mitchell discuss a different frame from which to view that award. Sometimes we all need help. Dean shares his thoughts on ask...

110–5 Spiritual Lessons of Marathon Training : A Two-Week Challenge from 2022-05-02T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss both physical and spiritual lessons to be learned from training for a marathon. Then Dean throws out a diet challenge to anyone who wants to improve his/her diet.

109–My Coach is an Animal : It Wasn’t About the Race from 2022-04-25T05:00

Dean and Mitchell recap the Run for God 5K Weekend. They also share a funny story that underscores how we can learn from a dog. Then Dean explains why people came from all over the world just to...

108–My Journey to a Marathon : The 100% Myth from 2022-04-18T05:00

Some marathoners have taken a rough path to get to the finish line. Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about one such path. Then Dean shares his thoughts on giving 100%. What does it mean, and ca...

107–A Spiritual Training Plan : Oh To Be Young! from 2022-04-11T05:00

Lane Hollis and Rebecca Poe join Dean to talk about dealing with injuries and other setbacks. They share a story about how our spiritual training plan should look a lot like our physical trainin...

106–From Heartache to Unconditional Love : The Monty Hall Problem from 2022-04-04T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a poignant story of what unconditional love looks like and how God loves us no matter where we come from. Then Dean suspends our belief through a statistical conundrum th...

105–Over the Hill : Changing Filters from 2022-03-28T05:00

Are you over the hill? Dean and Mitchell share a story about what it means to be RIPE and why getting older is not a bad thing. Then Dean shares a story about how we look at the world through fi...

104–A Crisis of Confidence : Rally Around the Suffering from 2022-03-21T05:00

Can a puppy teach us anything about running and faith? Dean and Mitchell share just such a story and discuss the implications. Then Dean shares a story about how common causes give us opportunit...

 103–Running Into Mary : Strengths and Weaknesses from 2022-03-14T05:00

Are you a Martha or a Mary? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic in the context of our faith and our running by sharing a powerful story. Dean shares a story about Charley Barkley and how we sho...

102–Pearls of Wisdom : Living in the Future from 2022-03-07T05:00

God gives us wisdom in life and in our running journey. Find out how a series of setbacks and triumphs led to a successful place. Then Dean and Mitchell discuss a new way to look at our daily wo...

101–God Will Meet You Every Mile : Putting it Back in the Box from 2022-02-28T05:00

Dean is joined this week by original Run for God student and active Run Club member Shannon Coker. Shannon shares his story about the Disney Marathon journey. Then Dean shares his thoughts on be...

100–HR Poe’s Challenge : God Will Meet You Every Mile from 2022-02-21T05:00

Over a decade ago a man named HR Poe uttered some words that were considered “offensive” at first. But those words launched a ministry that has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives. And we’ll...

99–God’s Road for Me : The Big Beach Marathon from 2022-02-14T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a story that proves that dreams and goals are never completely out of reach when God is involved. Then Dead shares a review of the Big Beach Marathon – the Couch to Mar...

98–The Best is Yet to Come : Nie Ma Tigresa from 2022-02-07T05:00

Some people have never thought about running a marathon. But you may be surprised that the desire to do so could sneak right up on you. This week Dean and Mitchell discuss that story. Then Dean ...

97–God Works in the Details : The Mind of the Hurdler from 2022-01-31T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss the topic of seeking God and the fact that it is the basis for everything. Then Dean shares his thoughts on what is going through the mind of a hurdler. It may surpr...

96–Just a Sprint : Reflections on the First C2M from 2022-01-24T05:00

Have you ever said, “It’s just a…?” We all have. Dean and Mitchell share a story and discuss why that sometimes is a bad phrase to use. Then Dean shares an inspiring story from the first eve...

95–The Best Love Story Imaginable/Covered Bridges from 2022-01-17T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about why we should appreciate any circumstance in which we find ourselves, and how those things shape us with God’s help. Then Dean shares the reason why covered bridges ...

94–Lukewarm and Thankful for It/Taste Suggestions from 2022-01-10T05:00

Dean and Mitchell look at being lukewarm from a little different perspective. The conversation that follows is instructive. Then Dean shares an idea about how looking at food differently could c...

93–Transformed Runner/Front Row Seat from 2022-01-03T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a Run club member’s story about finding her spot in life after a very rocky road proving that God can redeem us all. Then Dean shares a story about his favorite subject...

92–Unending Opportunities/Stop Wanting It from 2021-12-27T05:00

We have many opportunities to share Christ through running and many other avenues. Dean and Mitchell share a story about just that and the discussion that follows is instructive. Then Dean tells...

91–The Night That Changed Everything from 2021-12-20T05:00

Merry Christmas Everyone! Christmas is a time for crazy things to happen. Dean shares a Christmas story that he wrote a few years ago about one of those crazy things. It was The Night That Chang...

90–Renewed Gratefulness from a Burned Heart/The Minor Falls from 2021-12-13T05:00

Motivation comes from unlikely places sometimes. Dean and Mitchell talk about that and they share a story about how both life and running become more important to us when it is taken away. Then ...

89–Taking a Detour with God/Stop the Music from 2021-12-06T05:00

Dean and Mitchell answer the question, What happens when you have to change plans when things get in the way of the original plans? Then Dean shares some thoughts on recovery and how important i...

88–Yoked Together/Sometimes I’m Hard-Headed from 2021-11-29T05:00

Dean and Mitchell learn about how Dog Sled teams work and share their thoughts with the listener. They talk about being yoked with Jesus. Dean shares a story about how our merciful God taught hi...

87–Becoming New/The Insidious Nature of Complacency from 2021-11-22T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss what it means to “become new” and how it is more of a process than a one-time thing. Then Dean shares his thoughts on complacency and how it creeps up on us when we don...

86–When God Told Me to Run/Why Look Back? from 2021-11-15T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a story that hits on comparison and why it is such a destructive thing. Then, Dean shares his thoughts on looking back – Good idea or bad? Find out here!

85–Finishing the Race/The Basket Case Theory from 2021-11-08T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about how we can overcome even the toughest difficulties Satan can throw at us. Then Dean shares something called The Basket Case Theory. In the end, we’re all ...

84–Running Towards Intention and An Angry Pack of Wolves from 2021-11-01T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about being delivered from addiction through intentional action. Then Dean shares a story from a former general and president of the United States to make a point...

83–I’ll Never Be Fast/This is Not a Test from 2021-10-25T05:00

Emergency fill-in Lane Hollis joins Dean in the studio as they talk about performance and how it means something different for everyone. Dean shares his thoughts on tests versus trivia contests....

82–An Open Letter to Walkers from 2021-10-18T05:00

Mitchell reveals The Big Surprise. He and Dean discuss what he’s been up to for the last year and how it will transform the Run for God Run Club. In addition, he wrangles Dean into doing some...

81–Wow, I Did It!/The case for Trail Running from 2021-10-11T05:00

Mitchell is back in his seat and he and Dean discuss the relentless pursuit of getting to the finish line. Then Dean shares his thoughts on trail running. Whether you like or hate it, you wi...

80–Vanilla and All Other Flavors/Running with Your Brain from 2021-10-04T05:00

Run club member and Run for God coach Lisa Heyer joins Dean in the studio to discuss why having a “vanilla” testimony is a good thing. Then Dean shares his thoughts on the limitations of our ...

79–Project Management/Instruction Manual from 2021-09-27T05:00

Special Guest Holly Hollis joins Dean as they discuss approaching running and weight loss like a project. Then Dean shares his thoughts on whether or not reading the instructions is important.

78–The Missing Piece/A New Camera Angle from 2021-09-20T05:00

If you’ve ever felt like you were missing something in your life, the story Dean and Mitchell share today will hit home. And Dean shares his thoughts on the making of the movie Jaws in an intere...

77–Turnover/They Aren’t Going Away from 2021-09-13T05:00

What happens when the world seems to be caving in around you? Dean and Mitchell share a story about a journey from depression to a God-centered focus on leaving it behind. Then Dean shares a sto...

76–Watch Your Step/Reservations from 2021-09-06T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about what happens when you have a misstep in your running or your life path. Dean shares his thoughts about making reservations when you go on your next vacation as well ...

75–My Faith and Running Saved Me/The ARP Method from 2021-08-30T05:00

Hear the story as Dean and Mitchell discuss how a life was saved through running. Then Dean shares a method for improving your odds of accomplishing the things you want to do.

74–Pride and Priorities/Discipline Over Motivation from 2021-08-23T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss putting pride in its proper place. Then they talk about the difference between discipline and motivation and why one is more important than the other.

73–Interruption or Divine Appointment?/It All goes Together from 2021-08-15T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about how sometimes an interruption is God-appointed and even necessary for our spiritual growth. Then Dean Talks about how everything we do affects everything el...

72–Being Obedient When My Mind Says No/Expecting the Worst from 2021-08-09T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about those times when God is urging us to do something that is outside our comfort zone. Then they talk about the mindset of Expecting the Worst!

71–God is in Control/The Truth from 2021-08-02T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about why it is important to follow God’s direction in all that we do. Then Dean shares thoughts straight from his childhood about telling the truth and living by...

70–Gaye Coker/Seesaw from 2021-07-26T05:00

Are you a slow runner? Then you will want to listen to this episode as Dean talks with Gaye Coker about being a back of the packer. Dean also shares his thoughts about a childhood toy that was e...

69–Are You Okay?/Magic Eraser from 2021-07-19T05:00

Have you ever had someone ask you if you were okay when everything was fine? It happens to runners all the time! Dean and Mitchell talk about that and how nice it would be if we could take a mag...

68–Don’t Limit What God Can Do/Speed Limits from 2021-07-12T05:00

Where do you turn when things aren’t going well and you have an injury? Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic this week. And then Dean shares a story that came to him while driving through Utah a...

67–The Great Paradox of Running/Olympic Excitement from 2021-07-05T05:00

Dean is on vacation, but have no fear, this week’s episode comes from the archives. Dean and Mitchell share a story about The Great Paradox of Running and Life. In addition, they talk about the ...

66–Lessons on Trust From a Puppy/Designer Labels from 2021-06-28T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about a puppy and what we can learn about trust from one of God’s small creatures. Dean shares his thoughts on Designer Labels and they can be good or bad, depen...

65–My Vanilla Testimony/Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Right from 2021-06-21T05:00

Mitchell joins Dean in the studio to share a familiar story of someone who thought their story wasn’t one worth sharing. God revealed the truth to her. Then Dean shares one of his mother’s favor...

64–The Kayla Mattox Story/Crave the Run from 2021-06-14T05:00

Dean talks with guest and collegiate runner Kayla Mattox about her not-so-normal path to collegiate athletics. Her story is a lesson in determination. Then Dean asks the question, Is it possible...

63–Food For thought/I Didn’t Know I Would Miss It from 2021-06-07T05:00

Are you getting enough nourishment for your running journey and/or your life journey? Dean and his special guest Lane Hollis discuss just that. Then Dean shares what happens when you run out of ...

62–Running is My Sacrifice/Confidence is Not Manufactured from 2021-05-31T05:00

Why do you run? On this episode, Dean and Mitchell discuss the “Why” of a Run Club Member. Then Dean will talk about being bald and where our confidence comes from. You don’t want to miss it!

61–The Perfect Course Support/Motherly Outlook from 2021-05-24T05:00

Are you following the support God has put out for you on the course of life? Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about keeping hope when things are difficult. Then Dean shares a story about Mother...

60–The Why Matters/Persistence – It’s Worth It from 2021-05-17T05:00

Special guest Jon Sandifer joins Dean in the studio as Jon shares about his struggle with alcohol, life in general, and how God redeems all. Then Dean talks about persistence. Sometimes it’s jus...

59–God Had Other Plans/Victim Mentality from 2021-05-10T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about God using us for His glory when we’re attentive to His calling. Then Dean shares his thoughts on the term Victim Mentality and destructive it can be to ou...

58–Our Adoption Story/The Lessons We Don’t Want to Learn from 2021-05-03T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss a story about how God has a way of working things out in ways we never foresee. Dean shares a story where the reluctant participants in the story learn something about ...

57–New to Christ and Never Ran Ever/Lights Are Made for Burning from 2021-04-26T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a short story about being new to running. Dean shares his thoughts on the longest burning lightbulb of all time and how it relates to both our running and walk with Chris...

56–Run for God 5K Recap from 2021-04-19T05:00

Run for God Run Club members came from far and wide to participate in the Run for God 5K, eat barbecue, and worship our savior. Dean and Mitchell recap the amazing weekend.

55–Running Up the Down Escalator of Life/Short Paragraphs from 2021-04-12T05:00

Long time Run for God coach Darren Lewis joins Dean in the studio to talk about moving forward, even when it feels like we’re not. Dean shares his thoughts on how we miss the details of some sto...

54–The Endurance Race of Life/Choosing Your Pain from 2021-04-05T05:00

There are many facets of life that can be compared to an endurance race. Dean and Mitchell discuss that topic and the fact that pain is inevitable, but as the quote goes, suffering is optional.

53–Why Do These Things Happen/Training Elephants from 2021-03-29T05:00

Mitchell is back in the studio to ask the question, “Why do bad things happen to good people.” The answers may surprise you. Dean compares our reluctance to tackle tough things to the training o...

52–Late Victories and The Spirit of Fear from 2021-03-22T05:00

Collegiate runner Riley Jo Ford joins Dean in the studio to talk about waiting for God to work in our lives and she shares a little about the college life and her goals. Dean shares a story abou...

51–Not What, But Why/Fake it Till You Make it from 2021-03-15T05:00

Longtime Run for God coach Rebekah McGeorge joins Dean in the studio to share her journey to the realization that we look at our diets all wrong. Then Dean shares a story about how sometimes we ...

50–What Are You Hungry For/Learning to Fly from 2021-03-08T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story of triumph over bad circumstances. Just because life was/is tough doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. In Dean’s thoughts, he talks about how we sometimes know l...

49–Thankful for the Trials/The Run That Hit Differently from 2021-03-01T05:00

Nationally ranked triathlete Lane Hollis joins Dean this week as they discuss the topic of being thankful for our circumstances even when they’re not good. Dean shares a story about a colloquial...

48–Perseverance In Moving Forward/Train with Expectation from 2021-02-22T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about constant progress and continuing to move forward even when it’s hard. And Dean shares his thoughts about what our mindset should be as we train. What are yo...

47–Coach “Storm” Nelson/Just Relax from 2021-02-15T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share the incredible story of a modern-day Job. Coach Storm is not your typical Run for God Coach, and she’s not on the typical path to being God’s soldier. Nevertheless, she i...

46–A Changed Woman/Are We Too Content? from 2021-02-08T05:00

Special guest Angie Hawkins joins Dean and shares her story of how an unlikely activity, running, captured her heart, and how her life changed around it. In addition, Dean shares his feelings on...

45–Dealing with Injuries/Where Do Dean’s Thoughts Come From? from 2021-02-01T05:00

Dean hosts Coach Andy Meyer this week as Andy shares his vast knowledge of injuries and their prevention. Dean releases the trade secret as to how he comes up with all these running/faith storie...

44–Mitchell’s Dad’s Eulogy/A Whole New Outlook from 2021-01-25T05:00

Mitchell shares his father’s story, proving that God is always there when we turn to Him, no matter how far away you think you’ve wandered. Dean also shares his perspective on, well, perspective...

43–Those Three Little Words/How Big Are Your Dreams from 2021-01-18T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about how our attitude can affect all we do, including going through the tough situation of a cancer diagnosis. Dean shares his thoughts on our dreams vs. our memories. Hi...

42–Ironman Dean Stamper/Hugging the Thornbush from 2021-01-11T05:00

Mitchell and Dean host a man who was never designed to run and Ironman Triathlon, but he did it anyway – Dean Stamper. They all talk about embracing tough challenges in a story called Hugging th...

41–The Turning Point/Reaction from 2021-01-04T05:00

Have you ever had something happen that changed the course of your life? The story this week will describe a turning point. How do you react to the world around you? What does the Bible say abou...

40–Cross Runner’s Heart/Why a Marathon from 2020-12-28T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk all things Couch to Marathon. They share a story about how an ordinary run turned into a powerful encounter with God. Dean shares a good reason why you should run a marath...

39–The Night That Changed Everything from 2020-12-21T05:00

Christmas is a time for crazy things to happen. Dean shares a Christmas story that he wrote a few years ago about one of those crazy things. It was The Night That Changed Everything.

38 – No Getting Lost When God is Your Compass/The Marathon That Kind of Wasn’t from 2020-12-14T05:00

What guides you when you’re on a run? How about in life? Dean and Mitchell talk about it in this episode. Dean also tells a story about running a full marathon and then being told he did not.

37–Maybe Life/Incomprehensible Simplicity from 2020-12-07T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a short story that will make you think about eternity and expectations. And Dean shares his thoughts about the story of Naaman out of 2 Kings. You don’t want to miss this...

36–Why Do I Run/Creating Happiness from 2020-11-30T05:00

Why do you run? Dean and Mitchell share Terry Price’s perspective on that very question. Meanwhile, Dean shares his thoughts on creating happiness. Is it something we can do?

35–Forgiveness/Facing the Wind from 2020-11-23T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story about forgiveness and its healing effects. Wendy Lewis’ story will touch your heart. Dean shares his thoughts about what the world would be like without wind. Do ...

34–Dietitian Eden Morris from 2020-11-16T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk diet and nutrition with Eden Morris. Eden shares her intriguing story of struggle and how she uses that story to drive her practice. She describes our food struggles in te...

33–Focus on the Cross/Find Something to Hang Your Hat On from 2020-11-09T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about how the Cross can change your life - but only if you focus on it. 

Dean shares the meaning of the idiom “Something to hang your hat on.” He discusses ...

32–Run Your Own Race/Looking Back to Look Forward from 2020-11-02T05:00

Whose race are you running? Yours, someone else’s, or the one God has for you? Dean and Mitchell talk about running our race. Dean shares the need to look back in order to see the future clearly...

31–Out of My Comfort Zone/The Storehouse from 2020-10-26T05:00

Have you ever seen clear evidence of the hand of God plotting your path? Dean and Mitchell talk about that as a runner shares her story about getting outside her comfort zone. In addition, Dean ...

30b–Familiarity Breeds Contempt from 2020-10-19T05:00

Can you know too much? Coach Dean and Mitchell explore that topic in Dean’s Thoughts in a continuation of last week’s podcast. 

30a–The Man Who Wouldn’t Die from 2020-10-12T05:00

Do you ever wonder if there are still miracles like the stories in the bible? Coach Dean and Mitchell share an incredible story of a miracle that happened just last year. It was so good that the...

29–Jesus Wept/Running versus Technology from 2020-10-05T05:00

Jesus Wept is not just about being the shortest verse in the Bible. Dean and Mitchell discuss the depth of that verse. Dean waxes nostalgic about the way running has changed over the years. The...

28–Trust Your Training/Conflicting Information from 2020-09-28T05:00

Have you ever had trouble finding the right training? Sometimes it takes more than one try. Dean and Mitchell discuss data and information – what to do with it, interpreting it, and finding wha...

27–Identity Crisis/I Left God Out Today from 2020-09-21T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about identity and they ask the question: How are you known? In addition, Dean shares a story about how he left God out of something and the resulting epiphany that came w...

26–Overcoming the Lies/The Wider View from 2020-09-14T05:00

Dean and Mitchell wade into the shallow waters of politics. The story this week deals with the lies of the Devil and how they affect our lives. Dean shares a story that talks about our blind spo...

25–The Hurrier I Go, the Behinder I Get/Just Okay Is Not Okay from 2020-09-07T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss Dean’s attempt to run a sub-5-minute mile. They also talk about how we sometimes get caught up running someone else’s race instead of our own. We’re certainly busy thes...

24–Why Is It So Hard?/The Right Prescription from 2020-08-31T05:00

Dean and Mitchell are joined by special guest Harmony Hammontree. Adopted from China, Harmony faces some tough obstacles as a High School cross country runner. All three discuss the question, W...

23–Running up Hills/Leprosy and Running from 2020-08-24T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about NCAA sports, what we should expect from non-Christians, a story from the Robertson guys. They discuss a story about the peaks and valleys in our lives, and Dean sha...

22–The Quest/Discontentment from 2020-08-17T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story written from halfway around the world in the Philippines as they discuss the age-old question of “What are we looking for in life?” Dean also attempts to prove t...

21–But God/The Wonder of it All from 2020-08-10T05:00

Dean and Mitchell uncover an older, unaired episode, and share a story entitled “But God.” We have all had a But God moment! Dean shares his thoughts on his Dog Flojo in a story called The Wonde...

20–Walking Through the Desert/A Patient Weekend from 2020-08-03T05:00

Mitchell is back with Dean after a week in Triathlon Land with Lane. They share a story and talk about how our lives can be similar to the Israelites’ walk in the desert. Dean shares his thought...

19–Just in Case/Devil’s Advocate from 2020-07-27T05:00

Dean is joined by special guest Jared Redden of Partners for Christian Media. Listen to "Just In Case," a humorous story about how one 60+ year old man won the Boston Marathon. Dean shares wher...

18–I Quit Run for God/Lane Hollis from 2020-07-20T05:00

Dean and Mitchell are joined by nationally ranked triathlete, Lane Hollis. Lane discusses training and some of his thoughts on the Bible. In addition, "I Quit Run for God" shows us that if we ke...

17–Worms on the Running Path/It’s in Our DNA from 2020-07-13T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story that proves God is in everything, constantly reminding us of Who He is and who we are to be. In addition, Dean shares his thoughts on how our running and our walk...

16–I Finally Found My True Calling/Go Fly a Kite from 2020-07-06T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share a story from a Run Club member who found his true calling when he found God and, more specifically, Run for God. In addition, Dean shares his thoughts on flying a kite an...

15–God Delivers (different from week 12)/He Can’t Help It from 2020-06-29T05:00

Mitchell is back with Dean as they talk about how God delivers when we step out of our comfort zone. Dean also shares why it is that God loves us despite our shortcomings.

14–Dr. John “Spider” Sillery on Nutrition, Part 2 from 2020-06-22T05:00

Dean is joined again by Dr. John “Spider” Sillery this week as they discuss general nutrition and eating a plant-based diet. Listen as Spider shares many scientific facts about nutrition and how...

13–Dr. John “Spider” Sillery on Nutrition, Part 1 from 2020-06-15T05:00

Dean is joined by Dr. John “Spider” Sillery this week as they discuss general nutrition and eating a plant-based diet. Listen as Spider shares many scientific facts about nutrition and how to fe...

12–God Delivers/Do They Know You from 2020-06-08T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about how God may have big plans for your running, even if you’re not a fast runner. Also, Dean shares a story that asks the question: What do people around you see in you...

11–I’m Not a Numbers Person/Life in BC from 2020-06-01T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about numbers and what it means to guard your heart. In addition, Dean shares a story about Life in BC. I might not be what you’re thinking?

10–Dean Karnazes Interview Part 2 from 2020-05-25T05:00

Listen to the second half of Mitchell’s Interview with Ultramarathon Man Dean Karnazes. Dean and Mitchell discuss his achievements and how we can apply those principles to our lives.

09–Dean Karnazes Interview Part 1 from 2020-05-18T05:00

Mitchell interviews Ultramarathon Man and running ambassador Dean Karnazes. Dean and Mitchell discuss the world of Ultra Marathoning and some of Dean’s incredible accomplishments.

08–Trust/Going Extreme from 2020-05-11T05:00

Dean and Mitchell discuss what it means to have trust in what God has in store for us. In addition, they talk about extreme running events and the ultimate in being extreme – sending a Son to di...

07- Finish Strong/Decisions, Decisions from 2020-05-04T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about not being able to be on auto-pilot in these uncertain times. Dean shares a story about finishing strong and how a decision today can impact the rest of your life.

06–Every Run is a Blessing/Hyper-focus from 2020-04-27T05:00

Dean and Mitchell talk about how the coronavirus has impacted our lives and what we can learn from it. Dean shares a story about how every run is a blessing and drills down on being hyper-focuse...

05–Ryan Hall Interview: Part 2 from 2020-04-20T05:00

The second half of the Ryan Hall interview. Dean and Mitchell discuss Family, The Hall Steps Foundation and how Run for God connected to Ryan many years ago.

04–Ryan Hall Interview: Part 1 from 2020-04-13T05:00

Mitchell interviews Olympian and fastest American Marathoner and Half-Marathoner, Ryan Hall. Dean and Mitchell discuss the first half of the interview as Ryan talks about the mental si...

03–Don’t Give Up/Steeplechasing from 2020-04-06T05:00

This week, Dean and Mitchell talk about not giving up when things get tough. In addition, Dean shares his thoughts on a lesser known track and field event called the Steeplechase.

02–Run for God Run Club from 2020-03-30T05:00

This week, Dean and Mitchell talk about how God’s perfect timing relates to all things, even running. In addition, Dean shares his thoughts on The Great Escape - a take on how running can be ref...

01a–Coronavirus Interruption from 2020-03-23T05:00

Dean and Mitchell share stories about perspective and how the coronavirus affects life and running, both positively and negatively. How have you reframed your thoughts during the time of pandemi...

01–Instant and Disposable Culture from 2020-03-16T05:00

Join Dean and Mitchell as they share stories and discuss how running and our faith go hand in hand. This week they discuss how God’s timing is different than ours. In addition, they talk about t...

00–Run Club Introduction from 2020-02-28T08:07:03