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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Our host Kerby Anderson, first welcomes Matt Sayman. Matt joins Kerby to discuss his  new book, “The Leftovers” about his personal journey and the Baylor men’s Basketball’s Team’s fall and rise. In the second hour, he welcomes Connor Bales. Dr. Bales joins him to share his new book, Counted Worthy.

Our broadcast today is jam-packed from start to finish. Don’t miss a second!

Kerby Anderson
Kerby Anderson
Host, Point of View Radio Talk Show

Kerby Anderson is host of Point of View Radio Talk Show and also serves as the President of Probe Ministries. He holds masters degrees from Yale University (science) and Georgetown University (government). He also serves as a visiting professor at Dallas Theological Seminary and has spoken on dozens of university campuses including University of Michigan, Vanderbilt University, Princeton University, Johns HopkinsRead More

Guests
Matt Sayman Show Page
Matt Sayman
Author | Speaker | Varsity Basketball Coach - Grapevine Faith Christian School
Matt Sayman received a full athletic scholarship to play basketball at Baylor University from 2000–2004. After remaining with the program following a shocking scandal in the off-season before his senior year, Matt broke the Baylor career record for games played (118). He then played professional basketball in Iceland, winning the Icelandic championship for Njardvik in 2005.
Matt is currently the varsity basketball coach at Grapevine Faith Christian School in Texas, where he has led his team to the state semifinals the past two seasons. He enjoys inspiring young athletes with a message of “no magic”—just hard work, dedication, and a determination to work harder than the next guy.
Matt also serves as director of events for MGBasketball camps, where he is known for his ability to connect and inspire young athletes to give their best and improve each day.
He hosts JAMODI (Just A Matter Of Doing It) podcast, in which he interviews coaches and leaders to explore the reasons behind their successes.
Matt and his wife Jana live near Fort Worth, Texas, with their two sons.
The Leftovers: Baylor, Betrayal, and Beyond
This book tells the story of Matt’s personal redemption—but it is also a story of the redemption of Baylor University’s men’s basketball program. Matt’s team with a young new head coach forged the Baylor team that won the 2021 NCAA men’s basketball championship.
Connor Bales Show Page
Connor Bales, PhD
North Campus Pastor - Prestonwood Baptist Church
Connor graduated from Texas Tech University in 2000, with a degree in Landscape Architecture. He has since graduated with a master’s degree from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary and a doctorate from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Connor and his wife Mary first began their ministry together as newlyweds, serving as volunteers in the student ministry at First Baptist Church, Coppell. It was during this season that God called Connor into vocational ministry. Connor graduated seminary, sold his business, and began in full-time ministry. Connor was privileged to serve as the Minister to Married Adults at Prestonwood from 2010-2012, then as the Lead Pastor and Elder at New Beginnings Baptist Church in Longview, Texas from 2012-2019. In July 2019, Connor returned to Prestonwood as the North Campus Pastor.

Connor has been married to Mary for 22 years and they have 5 children: Kathryn, Coleman, Libby, Hannah, & Campbell. He is passionate about the local church and believes it is the hope for the world. Additionally, as a family with two special needs children, he has a heart for special needs ministry and is committed to serving and sharing the Gospel with families affected by disabilities.

Connor is the author of two books, including the recently released: “Counted Worthy – A Father’s Perspective on the Theology of Suffering.”
Counted Worthy: A Father's Perspective On The Theology of Suffering
As a pastor, Dr. Connor Bales has tackled tough questions about suffering for years-

+ How should Christ-followers respond to suffering?
+ What if our calling is to suffer?
+ How do we respond when our loved ones suffer?
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