Tough times in the oilfield can test everything, your grit, your leadership, and especially your faith. This episode is all about staying grounded when the pressure’s on, drawing wisdom from real-life struggles, sports injuries, and career setbacks that turned into powerful lessons. Expect raw, honest stories about resilience, leadership, and what it truly means to live a set-apart life. There's a deep dive into John 3 and the story of Nicodemus, plus a simple but powerful way to share your faith with just four symbols. If you've ever felt stuck in “comparison-ville” or wondered how to lead with integrity when the industry throws curveballs, this one’s for you.

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00:00 - Welcome Back
01:08 - Bibles and Faith
05:10 - Opening Prayer
05:46 - Removing Blinders
06:02 - Adversity in Sports
09:44 - Coping with Adversity
11:39 - Stimulus and Response
14:10 - Avoiding Comparison
16:33 - Lessons from Adversity
17:20 - Keeping Your Pads Low
20:25 - Choosing Your Hard
23:58 - Understanding Comparison
24:56 - The Good News of Faith
27:10 - John 3:16 Explained
32:28 - The 4 Symbols of Faith
35:18 - John 3:1-21 Insights
38:25 - John 3:22-36 Discussion
47:23 - John 3:36 Reflection
49:15 - The Importance of Obedience
50:58 - The Bronze Snake Symbolism
54:47 - Tree of Knowledge Symbolism
57:53 - Satan's Use of Symbolism
59:53 - Closing Prayer

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