About this episode

Jim Spence shares his journey from aspiring cricketer to soccer missionary, offering insights on leadership and compassion in sports.

In Episode 191, Phil and Paul sat down with Jim Spence, founder of Sports Quest, to explore a 30-year journey of soccer ministry, leadership development, and faithful obedience. Jim shares how a young Englishman with dreams of professional cricket became a lifelong soccer missionary in Houston, Texas. Through stories of shattered athletic dreams, ministry pivots, and hard-earned leadership wisdom, Jim reveals how sport can be a powerful platform for sharing Christ and shaping lives. From apologizing to players to navigating burnout, this conversation is packed with practical leadership insights for coaches, parents, and ministry leaders alike. Resources and Links from this Episode · Sports Quest Website · Uncut Video of the Episode · HSEL Facebook Group · Warrior Way Soccer · Paul's email address · Nations United Website (World Cup Resources) · Phil's email for DISC Training

People in this episode

Hosts: Philip Darke, Paul Jobson

Guest: Jim Spence

Topics covered

• soccer ministry
• leadership development
• faithfulness
• compassion
• athletic dreams
• coaching insights

Keywords

• soccer
• leadership
• ministry
• coaching
• compassion
• athletic dreams
• burnout
• sports mission

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sports Quest

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