Josiah Porter, who is 12 years old and legally blind in his right eye, hit a grand slam Thursday and helped bring his team to victory during a crucial game in the Little League World Series. Following the grand slam, Josiah’s father, Brandon, told ESPN that it is not possible to talk about his son’s achievements without talking about Josiah’s faith in Jesus. “God had a big … [Read more...] about Faith in Jesus Carries Little Leaguer Who Hit World Series Grand Slam—And Is Legally Blind in One Eye
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Saying ‘Yes’ to God Allows Raiders QB Derek Carr to Preach and Play
By saying “yes” to God and being willing to shelve his football career before it began, Derek Carr has been able to combine his passions of ministry and football. On a recent episode of “The High Note” podcast, the Las Vegas Raiders quarterback opens up about the blessings that come from hearing and obeying God. The 31-year-old All-Pro athlete also tells … [Read more...] about Saying ‘Yes’ to God Allows Raiders QB Derek Carr to Preach and Play
‘God Has a Plan’—Former NFL Player Trent Shelton Helps People Turn Pain Into Purpose
When his pro football career ended about a decade ago, leaving him with “nothing to live for,” Trent Shelton lacked a purpose and plan. “Football was my everything,” says the former wide receiver, who played for Seattle, Indianapolis, and Washington. But in 2011, some turning points led Shelton to find peace and a passion for helping others. Now, through his books, … [Read more...] about ‘God Has a Plan’—Former NFL Player Trent Shelton Helps People Turn Pain Into Purpose
Michigan Football Coach Jim Harbaugh Isn’t Fearful of Being Cancelled for Pro-Life Stance, Shares Why
On Sunday (July 17), University of Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh joined his wife, Sarah, and Fr. John Riccardo on stage for a question and answer session during the Plymouth Right to Life dinner and auction. Harbaugh and Riccardo were the event’s keynote speakers. Harbaugh, who has coached Michigan’s Big Ten football team since 2015 and is Catholic, shared with … [Read more...] about Michigan Football Coach Jim Harbaugh Isn’t Fearful of Being Cancelled for Pro-Life Stance, Shares Why
Faith on the Field: Coaches Were Watching Supreme Court Decision Closely
By Scott Barkley SUNDOWN, Texas (BP) – Brannon Rodgers knows well how bright the lights burn over football fields in the Texas panhandle. They shine on teenagers barely old enough to drive as the main players on a stage, a stage that even in the smallest of towns, on Friday nights feels like the center of the world. Rodgers experienced it as a quarterback and safety for … [Read more...] about Faith on the Field: Coaches Were Watching Supreme Court Decision Closely