The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
The Open Exchange Podcast shares real conversations with people from different backgrounds who have something meaningful to say. Paul Martinez hosts each episode with curiosity and honesty, asking questions that lead to deeper stories and personal truths. Guests include creators, entrepreneurs, athletes, and everyday individuals who talk about growth, failure, faith, identity, and discipline. Episodes capture honest moments, unexpected lessons, and practical takeaways without forcing a narrative. The focus is on connection, reflection, and the value of listening to someone’s journey without rushing past the details.
The Open Exchange with Paul Martinez
Can You Believe In God and Still Be Lost? | Samuel Gonzalez
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Former athlete turned pastor Sam Gonzalez unpacks what it really means to surrender your life to God. From growing up in a broken household to placing identity in sports, Sam shares how faith became real — not just a routine.
✝️ Topics We Cover:
Finding identity beyond sports and statistics
The difference between belief and surrender
Healing father wounds through Christ
Wrestling with God (Genesis 32)
What 1 Corinthians 9 says about discipline and faith
Being forgiven even when you feel unworthy
Chapters:
00:00 – Meet Sam Gonzales
01:00 – Childhood, Faith, and a Divided Household
03:00 – Belief vs. Surrender to God
06:00 – First Encounter with the Holy Spirit
10:00 – Identity Crisis After Injury
13:00 – The Church Conference That Changed Everything
16:00 – Wrestling with Past, Forgiveness, and Identity
21:00 – Finding Peace Beyond Performance
24:00 – The High School Hockey Game That Changed Everything
30:00 – Dealing with Anger and Healing from Family Wounds
34:00 – The Power of Forgiveness in Christ
38:00 – Hebrews 10:14 and the Weight of Grace
41:00 – Why Church Isn't a Building — It’s the Relationship
45:00 – Genesis 32 & 1 Corinthians 9 Explained
48:00 – The Purpose Behind Kingdom Athletes Podcast
52:00 – Final Message to Anyone Struggling with Identity
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