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The Created to Be podcast is hosted by Bethany Pigott, Justin Pigott, Darius Brown, and Brandi Morgan. Episodes incorporate what’s happening in FCA at Mississippi State, fun and lighthearted conversations that help you get to know the hosts and their guests, and real-life topics and themes being discussed with coaches and athletes.

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  • S3 · E45
    Today · 1 hr 16 min

    #45 | Sharing Scripture with Others (feat. Madelyn Keating)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Uncle Brad sit down with Mississippi State cross-country and track athlete Madelyn Keating to talk about developing a personal relationship with God, learning to engage with Scripture, and sharing the Bible with others. Madelyn shares how tearing her ACL in high school challenged her understanding of God and ultimately helped her move beyond simply knowing about Him to talking with Him and trusting Him through difficult circumstances. Whether you're learning how to read the Bible for yourself or looking for ways to share its truth with others, this episode is an encouragement to start where you are, keep seeking God, and discover how His Word can shape the way you live. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E44
    October 20 · 1 hr 6 min

    #44 | Reading to Live: How Scripture Shapes Us (feat. Coach Trey Kilgore)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin sit down with Trey Kilgore, Mississippi State's women's soccer strength and conditioning coach, to talk about pursuing Jesus, asking questions about faith, and allowing Scripture to shape how we live. Trey shares his journey of exploring church history and different Christian traditions, why his faith is the foundation for his work and relationships, and how consistent time in God’s Word has shaped his perspective on life. The conversation also explores practical ways to study Scripture, from reading for familiarity and digging into context to personal reflection and studying in community. Whether you feel like you don’t know enough about the Bible or you’re ready to go deeper, the challenge is simple: start where you are and keep going. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E43
    October 13 · 1 hr 2 min

    #43 | Ready When Your Number Is Called: Are You Consuming or Engaging?

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin talk about what it means to be ready when your number is called—both in sports and in your walk with Jesus. They explore the difference between consuming Christian content and truly engaging with Scripture, sharing why spiritual growth requires more than just taking in information. The challenge? Don’t just consume the Word—let it change you. Learn to receive, reflect on, and respond to Scripture while embracing your own walk with God instead of comparing it to someone else’s. Resource Mentioned in the Episode: Power of 4+ (Center for Bible Engagement Study) Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E42
    October 6 · 1 hr 14 min

    #42 | Reading Scripture and Why It Matters (incl. Ask Uncle Brad)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Brandi, and guest co-host Brad Smith continue their What Matters series with a conversation about Scripture and why getting into God’s Word is about so much more than checking a box, finding an answer, or collecting Bible knowledge. They talk about what it looks like to know God—not just know about Him—and how Scripture helps us recognize His voice, understand His character, and grow in relationship with Him. The crew also introduces Ask Uncle Brad, a new segment where Brad brings his wisdom, stories, and life experience to questions from college students. They tackle dating as a freshman, how to lovingly speak truth to a friend in an unhealthy relationship, what makes us “love blind,” and how to recognize maturity in the people we surround ourselves with. Resource Link Mentioned in this Episode: Word Study: Scripture Bible Project Links: What is the Bible? How the Bible was Formed How to Read the Bible Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E41
    September 29 · 1 hr 27 min

    #41 | The Three T's, Being Bully, and Secrets (feat. Spiffy)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Darius and Bethany invite Andric Knott (aka “Spiffy”) to the podcast to set the record straight on what it takes to be a mascot at an SEC school. Bethany pulls receipts from a conversation she, Darius, and Justin had back in Episode 3 about whether or not mascots are athletes—and invites Spiffy to give the inside scoop on what it really takes to be Bully. The conversation covers mascot tryouts, training camp, secret identities, terrifying children, Spirit Squad life, the Bully cart, weddings, free concessions, and why being a mascot might be a lot more athletic—and demanding—than you ever realized. If you’re looking for some fun, easy listening with plenty of stories, laughs, and a few lessons along the way, this episode is for you! Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E40
    September 22 · 51 min

    #40 | What Does Your Life Reveal About What (or Who) You Worship? (feat. Shayla Pierce)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Brandi are joined by Shayla Pierce to continue the conversation about worship—not just as something we sing, but as a lifestyle and a choice. Shay shares part of her own journey with Jesus as they explore what it looks like to represent Christ through the way we live, what we prioritize, and what we look to for fulfillment and sustenance. The conversation takes a deeper turn: How does something good become an idol? Athletics, relationships, family, success, ministry, social media, recognition—even things God has given us as blessings—can slowly become things we depend on to sustain us. Through the story of the golden calf, the struggle of waiting on God, and the connection between control, attachment, and contentment, they unpack some of the subtle clues that reveal when something may be taking the place of God in our lives. Ultimately, this is a conversation about recognizing what has our hearts, being willing to admit where we’ve become attached, and discovering the freedom that comes when we can enjoy God’s gifts without allowing them to control or sustain us. Resource Link Mentioned in this Episode: Word Study: Idol Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E39
    September 15 · 50 min

    #39 | What Is Worship—and Is Yours Sustaining You? (feat. Jeremiah Pierce)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Brandi are joined by Jeremiah Pierce for a conversation about what worship actually means—and why it is so much more than a song. Jeremiah breaks down the difference between praise and worship, including the idea that praise can be about what God has done while worship is about who He is. The conversation also explores how different denominations and church traditions express worship, from contemporary worship music to hymns, silence, liturgy, sacraments, and everything in between. But the conversation eventually moves beyond the church service. If worship is about giving something the right to influence us, what are we worshiping every day? Our sport? Our relationships? Our success? Our reputation? And what happens when the things we worship inevitably fail us? So the question isn't whether you're worshiping. The question is: What are you worshiping? Scripture Discussed in this episode: Romans 12:1 Resource Link Mentioned in this Episode: Word Study: Worship Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E38
    September 8 · 1 hr 14 min

    #38 | To Believe: What Does It Actually Mean?

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Darius, Brandi, and Bethany continue their conversation around “What Matters” and take a deeper look at the word "believe." They explore the difference between superstition and biblical belief, the human desire for control, and what it means to trust Jesus rather than trying to create a desired outcome through our own efforts. Questions discussed in this episode include: If we are saved from sin and death and saved to life, what does it actually look like to live from that reality? Are we practicing spiritual disciplines because we are trying to be saved—or because we are already saved? And what happens when belief moves beyond simply knowing something is true to actually trusting and relying on God? Along the way, they talk about performance, works, gratitude, spiritual disciplines, God’s character, seasons of growth, and learning to trust Him with both the big things and the little details of everyday life. Scriptures Discussed in this episode: John 20:31, Romans 4:3, Acts 4:12 Resource Link Mentioned in this Episode: Word Study: Believe Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E37
    September 1 · 1 hr 4 min

    #37 | Saved From. Saved To. Saved Through.

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Darius continue the conversation around FCA’s semester theme, “What Matters,” by diving into the topic of salvation. Coming from different church backgrounds and traditions, the conversation explores how different denominations and ministries communicate the gospel—from the Romans Road and the Four Spiritual Laws to FCA’s own gospel presentation. But underneath the different methods, they ask a simple question: What are we actually saved from, what are we saved to, and who are we saved through? Resource Link Mentioned in the Episode: Word Study: Salvation Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E36
    August 25 · 57 min

    #36 | What Matters. What Matters? What Matters!

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Brandi kick off a new semester of content and introduce this year’s FCA theme at Mississippi State: "What Matters." Together, they explore the difference between what feels urgent and what is actually important, the challenge of deciding what deserves our time and attention, and how the things we prioritize shape who we are becoming. From the “big rocks” of life to the questions we all have to wrestle with for ourselves, this conversation is about learning to build our lives around what will last. This semester, we’re asking the questions: What matters most? What matters in life? What matters to God? And what matters when life gets hard? Because formation is always happening. If we don’t intentionally consider what matters, something—or someone else—will decide for us. Mentioned in this episode: 3D Institute Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E35
    August 18 · 1 hr 7 min

    #35 | Winning Hearts and Building Teams (feat. Coach Jeff Terrill)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Darius, and Brandi sit down with Coach Jeff Terrill, who brings 36 years of football coaching experience and 11 years with FCA, to talk about what he has learned about building teams and leading people. They hear stories from Coach Terrill's coaching career about quiet and vocal leaders, recruiting for team fit instead of simply recruiting talent, and why consistency is one of the best tools a leader has. They also dive into the harder side of leadership: setting standards, establishing boundaries, holding people accountable, and resisting the urge to rescue people from every difficult experience. It's a conversation full of stories, wisdom, and practical insight for coaches, athletes, parents, and anyone who wants to become a better leader. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E34
    August 11 · 58 min

    #34 | From Me to We: Personality Tests and the Five Dysfunctions of a Team

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Darius explore what it takes to move from me to we—both as individuals and as members of a team. The conversation starts with personality tests, including the Enneagram, DISC, Myers-Briggs, Working Genius, and the Big Five. But instead of simply talking about what personality type we are, they explore what we actually do with that knowledge. How can understanding ourselves and the people around us help us navigate conflict, communicate better, extend grace, and become more self-aware? Drawing from experiences in athletics, ministry, leadership, marriage, and parenting, Bethany, Justin, and Darius wrestle with what it means to take personal responsibility, stop looking for shortcuts, challenge one another, and make excellence everyone's responsibility. Resource mentioned in the episode: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E33
    August 4 · 1 hr 15 min

    #33 | Team Schedules, Grocery Store Debates, and Team Cohesion (feat. Scott Nicholson)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin sit down with Mississippi State football chaplain Scott Nicholson for a conversation that moves from college football to marriage, team culture, and what it means to build trust and community when life is lived in close quarters. Together, they explore the challenges athletes face when transitioning to a new team, why talent alone isn't enough to succeed, and how great programs create environments where people can grow. Drawing from experiences in football, baseball, basketball, ministry, and family life, they discuss everything from team cohesion and leadership to grocery-store disagreements and the realities of learning to live alongside other people. Along the way, they unpack why strong teams are built on trust, accountability, humility, and a shared purpose—and why the best leaders are willing to admit mistakes, uphold a standard, and invest in people beyond the game. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E32
    July 28 · 1 hr 25 min

    #32 | Why Change Is Hard—But Worth It (feat. Maddy Anderson)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin explore why change is often harder than we expect—and why it's still worth embracing. From changing schools, careers, and communities to navigating the transfer portal or stepping into an unfamiliar season, they discuss the emotions, challenges, and growth that come with leaving what's familiar. Later in the show, they're joined by former Mississippi State soccer standout Maddy Anderson, who shares her remarkable journey from an SEC Championship season to professional soccer in Louisville, France, and now Dallas. Maddy opens up about seasons of waiting, uncertainty, loneliness, injuries, and learning to trust God's plan when the future felt anything but certain. Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, student, or simply navigating a new chapter in life, this conversation will encourage you to trust God through the unknown, embrace the process, and remember that even the hardest transitions can become some of the most meaningful seasons of growth. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E31
    July 21 · 1 hr 12 min

    #31 | "That Switch," The World Cup (Again), and Preparing Athletes (feat. Coach Chase Brooks)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Darius sit down with Mississippi State Strength & Conditioning Coach Chase Brooks to hear his story and explore what it takes to prepare athletes for success—both in their sport and in life. Together, they discuss what separates elite competitors, why capacity grows through testing, how discipline builds confidence, and why faithfulness in today's assignment prepares us for tomorrow's opportunity. Along the way, they connect these lessons to parenting, leadership, and faith, reminding us that God often does His greatest work in the seasons no one else sees. Whether you're an athlete, coach, parent, student, or simply navigating a season of waiting, this conversation will encourage you to embrace the process and trust that God never wastes a season of preparation. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E30
    July 14 · 1 hr 29 min

    #30 | The Adventure Episode (feat. Brad Smith)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, hosts Bethany, Justin, and Darius welcome a good friend of FCA, Brad Smith, to discuss the topic of adventure. After sharing some of Brad's incredible stories in a previous episode, the team wanted to dig deeper—not just into the adventures themselves, but into what it really means to live an adventurous life. Along the way, they make sure to fill in a few details that were left out the first time around and share plenty of laughs. From Brad's unforgettable mission trip mishap at the Canadian border to conversations about career changes, parenting, ministry, and stepping into the unknown, the group explores how curiosity, courage, and faith work together to shape who we become. Whether you're naturally adventurous or prefer to play it safe, you're in for a fun conversation filled with laughter, practical wisdom, and encouragement to embrace the adventure God has placed right in front of you. Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E29
    July 7 · 1 hr 8 min

    #29 | The Habits No One Sees (And the Discipline to Start Again)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany and Justin continue the topic of the offseason by exploring the hidden habits that shape who we become. They talk about why the things no one sees are eventually what everyone notices, and why success is built long before the spotlight ever arrives. The conversation also turns to one of the hardest challenges former athletes—and really all of us—face: learning to embrace a new season without comparing ourselves to who we used to be. Whether it's fitness, parenting, leadership, or your walk with God, discipline doesn't always look the same. Sometimes faithfulness is found in taking the next small step instead of trying to recreate your former peak. Along the way, they also have some fun breaking down the psychology behind World Cup penalty kicks, game theory, emotional control under pressure, and why the smallest daily habits often produce the biggest long-term impact. Podcast mentioned in today's episode: How to win a penalty shootout (with game theory) Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E28
    June 30 · 56 min

    #28 | Catching Up, The World Cup, and The Offseason

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany, Justin, and Brandi catch up on summer adventures, the excitement surrounding the World Cup, and what they've observed from athletes during the offseason before diving into a conversation about why the work no one sees often matters the most. Drawing from their own experiences as athletes, coaches, and ministry leaders, they discuss what the offseason is really for—building endurance, refining skills, embracing discipline, and allowing God to shape us in the hidden seasons before public opportunities arrive. Whether you're an athlete, parent, coach, or simply walking through a season that feels quiet, this conversation is a reminder that preparation is never wasted and that today's unseen faithfulness often becomes tomorrow's greatest strength. Reflection Question: What are you doing today that your future self will thank you for? Books Mentioned in the Episode: Aisle 29: Where Heaven Met My Hurry Anonymous: Jesus' Hidden Years...And Yours Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E27
    June 23 · 17 min

    #27 | When Someone Believes in You (feat. interview with Chris Billingsley Jr.)

    In this episode of the Created to Be podcast, Bethany reflects on the powerful role encouragement and prayer play in shaping our lives before sharing an interview originally recorded by Jason Crowder with 2026 Mississippi State Baseball pitcher Chris Billingsley Jr. Chris opens up about his journey from junior college baseball to the SEC, how coaches and mentors helped build his confidence, and why prayer has become a central part of both his faith and his performance. He shares how spending time in God's Word transformed his perspective, how prayer sustains him through the ups and downs of baseball, and why he strives to be a light for Christ wherever he goes. This conversation is a reminder that becoming who we're created to be is rarely a solo journey. God often uses faithful people, encouraging words, and persistent prayers to shape our lives in ways we may never fully see. Reflection Question: Who believed in you when you needed it most? And who might God be calling you to encourage, pray for, and believe in today? Book Mentioned: The Joy Switch by Chris Coursey WFCA Audio File: Interview with Chris Billingsley Jr. Leave Us a Comment! Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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  • S3 · E26
    June 16 · 12 min

    #26 | When Service Changes Your Perspective (feat. interview with Blake Bevis)

    In this special summer mini-series episode of Created to Be podcast, Bethany introduces an interview conducted by Jason Crowder of WFCA Radio with Mississippi State Baseball player Blake Bevis. Blake shares how a mission trip to the Dominican Republic became a turning point in his faith journey, opening his eyes to the joy, gratitude, and perspective that can be found through serving others. He reflects on the impact of FCA, the influence of strong Christian community, and how seeing people with very little yet abundant joy challenged the way he views life, baseball, and success. Before the interview, Bethany explores a powerful idea from The Joy Switch: service changes what we see. When we step into someone else's story, our priorities shift, our perspective changes, and joy often follows. This episode is a reminder that serving others doesn't just impact those being served—it transforms us, too. Reflection Question: Who do I need to give my attention and listening ears to today? Book Mentioned: The Joy Switch by Chris Coursey WFCA Audio File: Interview with Blake Bevis Leave Us a Comment! Send us your comments! Either use the comment link above or email mississippistatefca@gmail.com. Follow the Created to Be podcast on Instagram: @createdtobepodcast Follow Hailstate FCA on Instagram: @hailstatefca_ Follow Hailstate FCA on Facebook: FCA at Mississippi State Check our website for newsletters, updates, and events: www.msufca.org Donate to Hailstate FCA

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