(Sports Spectrum) Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was a guest last month for the ManUp Pittsburgh virtual conference, during which he discussed his faith in Christ openly and honestly. He talked about being raised in a Christian home, making his own decision as an adult to follow Jesus, and how he’s dealt with some personal struggles throughout his 16-year NFL career.
“It’s cool to be a Christian and be an athlete,” he said. “Go ahead and be the best athlete you can possibly be, and see if you can be a better Christian. That’s what I’m trying to do now. I’m trying to be a better Christian than I am athlete and football player. I push myself to do that every day and it starts here (puts his hand on his Bible).”