Very Bold Radio 6-4-22 with Clint Rutledge

A conversation with author, speaker, and coach Clint Rutledge
about leading teens, using sports as ministry, and facing the
world by being strong and courageous. An episode for those who
want to dare to be different than the world.

Time Stamps:
0:00-1:40 Podcast host Steve Teel introduces Clint Rutledge,
author of Strong and Courageous.
1:40-8:30 Revealing how Clint has formed connections through the
writing process. Learning from world renowned storytellers, NFL
coaches, and TV stars.
8:30-9:45 Coming from a legacy. Clint touches on what is was like
growing up under a high school football legend, and continuing
the legacy himself.
9:45-13:30 The why and how behind Clint’s new book Strong and
Courageous. Wanting to help teenagers face challenges of the
world through telling a parable like Jesus.
13:30-17:25 Letting his own teens read and give feedback to his
writing, that led him to including references to Joshua and how
God leads him into the promise land.
17:25-20:30 Daring to be different. How to lead teens to chase
something different than what the world says to instead of
accepting a false standard.
20:30-27:10 The personal process for Clint of finding his
passions that have led to his career today. The crazy story
behind how he ended up at Baylor University.
27:10-29:20 Pastor or coach? Facing questions of which avenue fit
to pursue ministry.
29:20-35:45 Struggles that young coaches face now today like
negativity, social media, and anxiety but with the added pressure
of leading kids and teens. Equipping kids through sports ministry
and coaches.
35:45-38:40 All the necessary information necessary to get Clint
Rutledge’s new book, Strong and Courageous.
38:40-41:15 Advice for parents. Noticing and being intentional
with your children’s passions and talents to raise them as
Kingdom builders.
41:15-44:35 Seeking God’s guidance and listening intently.
44:35-49:18 Closing out the interview with Clint Rutledge with
encouragement to be Very Bold and Dare to be Different.

Standout Moments/Quotes:
18:00 Dare to be different than everybody else. If everybody else
is chasing something, take a step back to ask yourself is there
is something better worth chasing. Something that God has called
me to be.
28:20 My church in some ways is the coaching profession. However
I can encourage and help them and minister to them is where I
feel my calling is.
34:00 Success does not happen like immediate gratification.
Success takes consistent, persistent effort.
35:20 Grass grows green in the valleys, not on the
mountaintops.
43:35 It doesn’t have to be profound. It’s usually just a simple
truth that you can lean on throughout your day.


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