The Blacksmith Chronicles S 1 EP 4 From Identity to Influence with NFL star Brian Schwartz

Get ready for a powerful conversation that blends faith, football, and family. 🏈🙏 On this episode, Ryan Johnson sits down with former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Brian Schwartz for a candid and heart-centered dialogue.

From gridiron grit to grace-filled living, Brian shares how his journey through the NFL was shaped not just by tackles and triumphs—but by an unwavering love for Jesus and the deep roots of family that kept him grounded. Together, Ryan and Brian explore how identity in Christ outlasts fame, and how loving well—at home and in the world—is the ultimate calling.

This isn’t just an interview—it’s an invitation to live boldly, love deeply, and walk faithfully.