From the Gridiron to the Gospel: Pastor Bryan Schwartz and His Family Dive Into the Immersive Bible Experience

When you think of a former NFL linebacker, you might not immediately picture someone leading family devotions in a VR headset.

But that’s exactly what happened at the home of Pastor Bryan Schwartz—former Jacksonville Jaguar and now a passionate preacher, father, and leader in his church community.

We were only suposed to be there an hour, but we spent six hours at Bryan’s house, watching something amazing unfold.
Each member of his family—his wife, his kids, even Bryan himself—took turns putting on the headset and stepping into the world of the Bible in virtual reality.

Ten to fifteen minutes at a time, they walked through Herod’s Temple, visited Tabernacle, and explored the dozens of rooms, switching out with excitement and curiosity.

And it wasn’t just fun—it was powerful.

“I’ve Never Seen My Family Engage With the Bible Like This.”

Bryan shared something that stuck with us.

“We’ve done a lot of family devotions. We love reading Scripture together. But I’ve never seen this level of curiosity, this kind of excitement, and this depth of conversation after something Bible-based.”

His wife echoed that sentiment.

“Each of the kids connected to something different. One couldn’t stop talking about the Temple courts. Another wanted to look up where Jesus actually walked. It wasn’t just play—it was transformation.”

A Vision for Youth Groups and Classrooms

After seeing how well it worked in his home, Bryan started dreaming out loud.

“Can you imagine this in youth ministry? Between worship and the Word, giving students 10 minutes to walk through a real place Jesus walked—then having a small group discussion right after?”

He’s right.
This isn’t just a tool for families. The Immersive Bible Experience is perfect for:

• Youth groups – use VR to kick off powerful discussions

• Christian schools – enhance Bible class with 3D historical context

• Sunday School – give kids something they’ll never forget

• Homeschool co-ops – bring biblical locations into the living room

• Families – study and play together

When Faith Feels Real, It Sticks

At Immersive History, we believe that when the Bible feels real, it becomes unforgettable. That’s why we work so hard to create accurate, beautiful, fully explorable biblical environments.

We’re honored to have families like the Schwartzes—leaders, parents, and followers of Jesus—use our VR experiences to spark faith and deepen connection.