Run For God: Run Club

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 about what others are thinking about us.

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. 

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 teach us something about our running/walking and faith journeys.

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 shares a story about his father and his faithfulness.

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 follows is riveting. You don't want to miss it!

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 that story instruct our running? Tune in to find out!

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 his running and a lot more…

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 in college that changed his life forever.

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 the lesson he learned from his cat, Charley.

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 and back of the pack runners.

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 and Faith have in common. You don't want to miss that!

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 understand why we need to keep our focus on God. And they discuss the second Couch to Marathon graduation race.

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 whatever happens around you.

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 seem possible.

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.

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 that you do.

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 it is about Tiger Woods that can teach us something about our running. 

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, you will love the story of how God used an imperfect man to create a ministry that has touched millions of lives over the years.

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 how we need to disregard it in all areas of our lives.

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 Changed Everything.

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. The Dean shares a story about thinking outside the box. 

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 them for that and more!

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 of our relationship with Christ.

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 runners/walkers and better Christians.

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 you a better runner.

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 about how we often have the strength within us to do something even when we feel like we don't.

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? Dean and Mitchell discuss that and they talk about people who seem never to be happy, and how to avoid being that person.

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 and how it relates to our running and our faith.

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.

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 “Kipchoge Principal” applies to the everyday runner.

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 is not enough by itself – you also need a plan.

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 accomplishments and his passion for serving Christ.

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 our running and our walk with Christ.

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 your circumstances even when they don't meet your expectations.

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 long hill. Maybe his analysis of the moment can help you tackle your next hill.

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 story that dovetails perfectly with the first story, shares how we should approach all that we do, including running/walking.

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 much better.

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. 

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 to both running/walking and our spiritual lives.

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 things fresh and new from time to time.

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 to talk about a few other things as well, including the crazy story of Mo Farah.

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 following directions.

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 training for a triathlon.

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 about keeping ourselves from harm – physically, mentally, and spiritually.

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 running lives. Then Dean breaks our fitness down into some interesting numbers in Dean's Thoughts.

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 to miss it. Then Dean talks about why simplicity is better in Occam's Razor.

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 runners. Who knew?