Staying Hungry
I just left a meeting deeply inspired by three guys who are changing the game. They’re giving a generation of college and professional athletes a platform to magnify Christ and boldly share their faith with millions across the country.
The crazy thing? They don’t even realize how special it is, because they’re in the thick of it. Head down. Focused. Faithful. They’re using their gifts, talents, networks, and time to lift up others. They’re thinking of themselves last. While each of them has real personal needs, it’s the mission that carries them forward. That mission is the fuel that keeps them grinding. I'm talking producing content, traveling, editing, and working at a pace most of us would buckle under.
These guys are hungry.
But not for food.
Not for money.
Not for recognition.
They’re hungry in the way Jesus described:
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”
– Matthew 5:6
They’re seeking the Kingdom. Hungry to be useful to Jesus and His call to spread the gospel and make disciples. They’re doing it at a cost.
One walked away from career opportunities that most young men would jump at.
Another has a massive personal platform in the sports and media world, but spends countless hours editing, traveling, and shooting content for the ministry.
The third is using his business skills and data analytics to help the team stay focused, measuring impact, and ensuring the mission doesn’t drift.
Their lives remind me of another promise from Jesus:
“So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’
For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.
But seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
– Matthew 6:31–33
I believe Jesus. And these men should take heart in His words.
They hunger and thirst for righteousness.
Jesus promises—they will be filled.
They are seeking first His Kingdom, and so, their needs will be met. Because their priorities are rightly ordered.
What I saw today was a deep level of trust in action. These guys are hungry to grow. They’re asking the right questions. They’re sharpening their skills. They’re not losing sight of the mission—they’re doubling down on it. The aim of their ministry is pure, and the effort they’re pouring into it is beautiful to witness.
It’s also a ton of fun to watch.
My businesses will be supporting their work in various ways. If you’re someone interested in partnering with or donating to a ministry that’s actively inspiring the next generation, I’ve listed their website and social media links below. Check them out. Support them. Share their story.
And most importantly—let their example inspire you.
Seek the Kingdom today, right where you are, in whatever you’re doing.
Because if we believe the words of Jesus, then we know this:
When we stay hungry for the right things—
We will be filled.
We will be a blessing.
And we will be blessed.
God bless you!
-Mark
