Truth, Freedom, and the Whisper of God ft. PJ Buys [SFP061]

2023-09-20

In this conversation with former pro hockey player PJ Buys, I explore the unlikely journey of an athlete turned philosopher who walked away from the bright lights of the rink and the city to pursue meaning, freedom, and faith in the wilderness of Northern Canada. We reflect on his personal conversion to Christianity, the symbolism of sport through ancient and modern history, and how moments of crisis — both personal and global — can strip away illusions and force us to confront deeper truths. This isn’t just a story about leaving the m...

In this conversation with former pro hockey player PJ Buys, I explore the unlikely journey of an athlete turned philosopher who walked away from the bright lights of the rink and the city to pursue meaning, freedom, and faith in the wilderness of Northern Canada.

We reflect on his personal conversion to Christianity, the symbolism of sport through ancient and modern history, and how moments of crisis — both personal and global — can strip away illusions and force us to confront deeper truths.

This isn’t just a story about leaving the mainstream behind. It’s about finding a new foundation of freedom, resilience, and hope when the world you thought you knew no longer makes sense.

Chapters:

(00:00:11) - God’s Voice Beyond Cultural Bias

(00:00:39) - Creation, Christ, and Finding True Freedom

(00:02:32) - Introducing PJ Buys: Hockey Player to Philosopher

(00:04:49) - Conversion to Christianity at Age 20

(00:07:42) - COVID Mandates and Exclusion in Canada

(00:09:33) - Building a Parallel Life in Northern Canada

(00:13:31) - Identity, Sport, and Seeking Approval

(00:20:24) - Diving Into Philosophy and Theology

(00:23:36) - Ancient Symbolism of Sport and Eternal Glory

(00:36:36) - The Turning Point: Mortality, Faith, and Meaning

(00:57:04) - Christianity, Consciousness, and The Nature of God

(01:15:25) - The Pandemic as a Spiritual Test of Integrity

(01:26:49) - Rites of Passage, Manhood, and Resilience

(01:33:33) - Optimism, Pessimism, and Preparing for What’s Next

(01:43:00) - Final Reflections, PJ’s Book, and Hope in Christ

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/PBuys5
Book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61177080-gradually-gradually-suddenly

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