Andy Lynch spent 13 years as a Lima sports reporter, on TV every Friday night covering the MAC. Then he walked away from a career he loved to become a pastor.

We talk about why kids need adversity, and why he's rooting for it as a goalie dad. We get into what makes MAC families raise athletes who handle pressure. We also cover guilt versus shame and what it means to "clear the pipe" with God. He shares how he found the courage to make his move after fighting it for years, and how you can find your God-given gifts.

At the end, he talks about being an awkward kid and what he'd tell anyone who feels that way. It's a message we all need to hear.

Are you fighting a move you already know you need to make?

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00:00 Introduction to Andy Lynch

01:11 Career Journey: From Sports Reporting to Pastoral Work

04:04 Life in Alaska: Unique Experiences and Challenges

09:02 Transitioning from TV to Faith-Based Work

12:05 The Resurgence of Faith Among Young People

14:54 The Importance of Family and Community in Sports

20:10 Lessons from Adversity in Sports

24:06 The Decision to Leave Lima: A Personal Reflection

24:52 Reflections on a Sports Career

27:05 The Transition to Family Life

29:25 Navigating Career Changes with Faith

32:59 Embracing New Seasons of Life

36:40 Finding Purpose Beyond Career

41:06 The Impact of Serving Others

45:42 Embracing Awkwardness and Authenticity