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Lonely at the Top – Terry Brands

As a sophomore in high school, I spent a week in Colorado skiing with my church youth group. It was during that time when I understood what Christ could really do and had already done for me. I accepted [Jesus Christ into my life as Savior] and realized that real power is through Christ. I … Read more

Spiritual Food – Daniel Santiago

As an athlete, I understand the importance of eating good food to be able to perform well in competition. As a Christ-follower it is important to do the same in the competition called life. In the Bible, the book of Matthew chapter four, verse four says, “Man should not live by bread alone but by … Read more

iBelieve – Kevin Durant

Kevin Durant is one big, bright star on the world basketball stage today. The 6’9” all-around player owns an Olympic gold medal, was tabbed MVP of the FIBA World Championships, played for an NBA Championship, has notched both multiple NBA All-Star selections and league scoring titles and was crowned collegiate All-American all before the age … Read more

On and Off the Court – Jeroen Trommel

I was born in Apeldoorn, as the son of the pastor and from age five until age 19 I lived in Kornhorn, Netherlands. I went to high school in “De Waezenburg” in Leek. After I graduated, I moved to Capelle aan den IJssel, where I made my debut with Alcom/Capelle in Holland’s semi-professional elite volleyball … Read more

Set Free – Alexandru Chirtoaca

I personally think that those who choose to follow Christ are people who have God’s peace despite their situation. I came to Christ because I realized that without Him, I am weak and I can do nothing. It is God who gives me the faith and strength to move forward. Before I received Jesus Christ … Read more

Back on Track – Shanna Zolman

I was raised in the great basketball state of Indiana and I began dribbling a basketball not long after I learned to walk. At the age of seven, I made the decision to become a follower of Christ. Then a couple of years ago, something very interesting happened to me. I was going through a … Read more

Anxious and Frustrated – Jacob Wukie

For me, Archery has been a lifelong pursuit. When I was younger, I hoped to be good enough one day to be able to go hunting with my bow. I soon began shooting in tournaments and hoped to be competitive someday, and now, having been a top archer in the U.S. for a number of … Read more

An Anchor in Christ – Sam Hazewinkel

I’m a third generation Christ-follower, and I’m blessed by how my parents brought me up. I always felt like following God was what I needed to do. It was just the right path. I began my relationship with Christ at age six and I still remember that experience of talking to my Dad about God. … Read more

More Precious Than Gold – Dariusz Jablonski

As a wrestler, I dreamed about participating in the Olympic Games and winning a medal in this prestigious tournament. In 1996, I made my dream come true by representing Poland during the Olympics that took place in Atlanta. However, I didn’t achieve any success and I didn’t win an Olympic medal. During the Olympic Games … Read more

Giving It Over – Tony Nelson

My family and I went to church every Sunday, but I was always rebelling against it. I didn’t like sitting there. I wasn’t into it, but I always went because it was a big thing for my parents. I had a lot of experience to learn about Jesus but my heart was never into it. … Read more