The Pro Fan League Podcast - Sports Talk From A Biblical Worldview

YOU WON! NOW WHAT?

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about how we handle success! Over the weekend hundreds of young men saw the NFL dream realized and the world witnessed a human run a marathon in under two hours for the first time. As Gibbs was watching these wonderful events unfold his mind drifted to the question of what happens next? What now? He identifies three paths that every person walks down after a mighty victory. He shares Gideon as an example in Judges 8 who succumbs to idolatry after the victory, he thinks of Elijah who succumbs to fear after a victory in 1 Kings, and there is a road less traveled where we handle success with grace and generosity, while getting ready for the next mission. Don't live in fear.  Congratulations to all the young men who find themselves in new cities preparing to steward their NFL opportunity well. Gibbs discusses the gratitude circle that has begun in Toronto and gives the weekly Isaac Robinson update. GO MAKE PLAYS! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

FOOTBALL, LOVE, & FLOURISHING

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the first round of the NFL draft and some elements that make it such a tremendous event each year. Every human has the desire to feel loved and appreciated while having the opportunity to flourish in their life. All humans hold those basic desires in common. Gibbs talks about how the NFL draft displays the fulfillment of those common desires in the lives of these young men for the world to observe in a unique and poignant way. He talks about the picks he loves and shares how the Cowboys drafting Caleb Downs was a red arrow pointing "Downs" for him on draft night. Gibbs also discusses some bizarre happenings on the baseball diamond and on the ice in the NHL playoffs. Gibbs encourages team Lancaster Thunder that in the Kingdom of God love and flourishing is abundant for all. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

BIG Y + MISSION + ACTION = OUTCOME

Today on the show Gibbs talks with team Lancaster Thunder about some unique accomplishments worthy of a tribute across sports, he ponders the heated competition between the Fluffah Nuttah Burger vs the Dunkin Donut Burger, and he shares some personal sports memories from the city of Pittsburgh. Finally, Gibbs talks about how the ice cream Sunday football team building model gives structure and clarity to decision making around the multitude of options the NFL draft provides. He discusses how the Bible gives structure and clarity to life as we journey through the time the Lord has given to us on this earth. Do you have clear Big Ys? Are your actions and missions aligned? Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

QUARTERBACKS & ALONE WE DIE

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about Jackie Robinson, the NFL Draft; focusing on Quarterbacks who are the cherry on top of the ice cream Sunday, he discusses the 5 quarterbacks he likes best in this NFL draft, and he reviews the Bill Parcells QB check list. Gibbs talks about how to be successful a quarterback needs a lot of support just as each of us needs support to navigate life in a fallen world. He talks about Paul and Silas enduring prison together in Acts 16 and shares a quote from Alec Bohm about how sitting next to Kyle Schwarber has helped him endure a cold streak at the dish to start this baseball season. Alone We Die! Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

NFL DRAFT PREP PART 1: GIBBS 15 FAVORITES

Today on the show Gibbs talks with team Lancaster Thunder about his 15 favorite players in this NFL draft through the lens of Ice Cream Sunday football team building. Gibbs tips a cap to Rory wearing the back to back green jacket at Augusta, and he confirms his NBA Championship pick as the NBA play in begins tonight. Gibbs also spends time talking about God's command to Joshua to walk with courage because the Lord was with him. God encourages team Lancaster Thunder to walk with courage as well. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

PEACH ICE CREAM SANDWICHES & FOOTBALL SUNDAYS

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about Peach Ice Cream Sandwiches at Augusta and four subtle features that have contributed to the Masters enduring legacy, he sets the table for the upcoming NFL draft coverage, refreshes the idea of the Ice Cream Sunday football team building model and informs the Thunder about next weeks draft coverage schedule. If quarterbacks are cherries, what are linebackers? Gibbs discusses how the definition of love in one picture is Jesus hanging on the Cross facing God's wrath for sinners. Finally, he shares a stat from the NCAA basketball tournament to send you into the weekend and applauds Sidney Crosby for helping clean up chairs after the Penguins team picture as an example of service and leadership. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

MASTERING GENEROSITY

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about our newly crowned Pro Fan League Bracket champion, he sends congratulations to Michigan and UCLA on their basketball championships, and he discusses what we can learn about generosity as we ponder the Masters Champion Dinner menu in what has become a yearly tradition here at Pro Fan League. Gibbs talks about his appreciation of Mr. McIllroy paying tribute to his mother with one of his menu selections. Do you like your bacon crispy or floppy? Gibbs talks about wanting his bacon so crispy he could use it as a putting stick. Gibbs shares about some developments the world of sports has never seen and encourages Team Lancaster Thunder to be strategic and hospitable. Light up your fire pits! Invite someone over for lunch after church. GO MAKE PLAYS! We are "NOT JUST FANS!

POISON IVEY OR HEALTHY IVEY?

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the transformative power of Jesus Christ to save lives. Two excellent examples of this power are observable through the testimonies of Jaden Ivey a current professional basketball player and "Pistol Pete Maravich" a former NBA legend. Click here to listen to Pete Maravich speak at a Billy Graham crusade about Jesus changing his life. Click here to watch a tribute video from NBA players on "Pistol's" excellence on the court. Gibbs talks about the Jaden Ivey situation that has emerged in the NBA this week and encourages people not to miss the most important part of the story! The most important part is the part discussed the least; Jesus has saved a sinner and transformed his life, and that amazing grace is available today to each breathing soul because Jesus is alive! Happy Easter! Go Make Plays! Worship a risen king! Enjoy your families and be intentional with your conversations at the table. Remember we are "NOT JUST FANS"!

UCONN BELIEVE AND TRUST JESUS CHRIST

Today on the show Gibbs talks with Team Lancaster Thunder about the confounding, exciting, and hard to believe ending of the UConn vs Duke game. Gibbs shares how the resurrection of Jesus Christ confounded many as he arose victorious conquering sin and death. Gibbs reflects on the majesty and glorious reality of the resurrection.  Gibbs discusses the new "Fried Gooey Butter Cake" at Cardinals games which is fun to say, he talks about the bottom three NBA teams in the standings combining to lose 39 straight and how the solution to the number 1 pick in the draft should be settled on a basketball court not in a boardroom. Let the game stand tall. Finally, he gives a Pro Fan League March Madness Bracket update as we move closer to a contestant cutting down the nets. Go Make Plays! We are "NOT JUST FANS"!

PLAY BALL: YOU ARE IN PLAYMAKER!

Today on the show Gibbs talks with team Lancaster Thunder about his nervousness about underestimating Arizona basketball, he encourages team Lancaster Thunder that they are playmakers, he gives a standing ovation to Wendy's for a hard hitting commercial about the Frosty, he discusses the beauty of Illinois basketball style, and he shares about how the saddest part of getting bounced from the Pro Fan League Bracket challenge is you don't get to compete anymore (until next year!). Gibbs also talks about the emotional roller coaster of being a Mets fan on opening day and suggests a trade for Paul Skenes. He also reminds team Lancaster Thunder that we are "NOT JUST FANS"! Each of us has a field to be making plays on during the life God gives to us on this earth. This is not the time for sitting and watching! I see you playmaker, GO MAKE PLAYS! GET SOME BUCKETS!