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Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh Reveals ‘Mini Revival’, 70 Players Baptized Last Season
University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh revealed a stunning stat last week while joining the 51st annual March for Life Rally in Washington DC. The coach of this year’s college football championship team said 70 of his players had been baptized over the past season.
In an interview with faith and sports commentator Jon Root, on the sidelines of the pro-life rally, Harbaugh shared the surprising news.
“There’s a spiritual mission to our team,” Harbaugh said. “I’m inspired by them…[it’s] inspirational. The young players on our team are incredible examples.”
There are more than 100 players on the roster for the 2024 College Football Champs. Root said that indicates “a mini revival” has been underway this past season with more than half of the Michigan Wolverines declaring their faith in Jesus by getting baptized in 2023.
Several of the players are outspoken Born-Again Christians who aren’t afraid to talk about their faith in Christ.
As CBN News reported, Wolverines running back, Donovan Edwards, continually gives glory to God.
At the end of winning their first national championship since 1997, Edwards told WXYZ-TV, “I’m blessed. I’m able to do that because I can revert back to the situation that I did today and not worry myself and just let everything flow. But God played through me and that’s what I did today, you know, for the success that I had, it was nothing but God, you know. Trust in the process, the process with Him.”
Later, he publicly expressed more about his faith during the game’s post-press conference.
“I just thank God that He’s allowed me to [play football]… He showed me the ups, the downs, and it’s about what I do with it. It’s about if I’m going to fall from it or continue to rise from adversity and trials and tribulation,” the Michigan junior said.
Edwards told the WolverinesWire that God really changed his life before he committed to Michigan.
“I was living with my grandma when I was like 17 or 18 years old, and just me and her were talking about the Bible, and would read the Bible together all the time,” he told the outlet. “That kind of kicked off everything for me. And before I committed to Michigan, I heard a voice saying, ‘Do not worry, everything will be all right.’ And I figured out it was God talking to me.”
“After I heard that voice, I’ve always believed,” Edwards explained. “I had a spiritual vision, just God giving me the ability to see what He has planned has always allowed me to stay grounded.”
“My ultimate goal in life is not about the riches or the possessions,” he noted. “My ultimate goal in life is to get the ‘Well done, My loyal servant’ from the Most High.”
And he’s not the only player who was vocal about his faith in Jesus this season.
Running back Blake Corum says he is a firm Believer in Christ and expresses that he was put on this earth to bless others.
“God has blessed me not only with athletic abilities but the ability to give. The ability to put smiles on people’s faces. The ability to make people laugh. That’s what it’s all about. Life is about the small things—the smiles, the laughs, the get-togethers. That’s what I believe,” Corum said during his acceptance speech for the Collegiate Social Service Award he received.
He added, “Serving is what I believe God put me on this earth to do. I will continue to serve and bring communities together as long as I’m on this earth.”
Coach Harbaugh has said that God and His Holy Spirit are responsible for the team’s success.
“Thanks to God, first. He’s had His hand on this team the entire year. Been a spiritual journey for us, so all thanks to God and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I want to say this, you talk about some of the—it’s a galvanized team,” Harbaugh told ESPN before heading into the playoffs. “Some may think it’s galvanized by adversity, it’s not. It’s galvanized by choice. Choice to play for each other.”
Harbaugh Speaks Out for Life
Meanwhile, Harbaugh has never shied away from the pro-life cause and on Friday he championed the right to life at the annual March for Life in Washington.
He explained to Root his message is this: “Have the courage to let the unborn be born.”
Harbaugh also told the crowd of tens of thousands that their commitment on that cold day was a “testimony for the sanctity of life.”
He made the comment while addressing pro-lifers gathered at the National Mall before introducing retired NFL tight end and pro-life advocate Benjamin Watson.
He described Watson as “talented, courageous, fearless leader.”
“He is making a difference in the lives of so many,” Harbaugh added. “It’s my pleasure to introduce somebody who speaks truth, clarity, and grace. Who combines bold conviction with kindness. [He is] fearless, humble and courageous. Proud father of the Watson seven, and a helpful warrior for the sanctity of life.”
Sources:BREAKING CHRISTIAN NEWS
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‘Something Incredible Is Happening’: Series of College Football Players Point to Jesus After Games
In the world of collegiate football, it appears Jesus is going on a blitz.
Several young football players have, in recent days, used the publicity from their games as a way to point fans and viewers toward the Gospel — a holy interference that seems to be gaining momentum.
Athletes from a host of teams are speaking out about their faith in God.
Ahmed Hassanein, a defensive end for the Boise State Broncos, offered perhaps the most powerful testimony after his team’s loss to the Penn State Nittany Lions.
“First, I want to start off and say, all glory to Jesus Christ,” he said. “He’s the true champion.”
Hassanein then turned to his defensive coach, Deion Barnes, telling him, “Coach D, you changed my life. … I did not know God until I got to Boise State.”
The player went on to give a succinct Gospel presentation, telling the reporters gathered at the press conference that “Jesus Christ is the only true God,” who “died and rose from the dead three days later.”
“That’s the champion that I serve,” he added, nearly in tears.
Hassanein was hardly alone in his reflections on Jesus.
Ohio State quarterback Will Howard immediately pointed to his Christian faith when a reporter asked him for his reaction to his team winning the Rose Bowl.
“It’s unbelievable,” he said. “You know, first and foremost, I’ve gotta thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for giving me this opportunity to be on this stage and here, in the Rose Bowl. A younger me would be in awe right now.”
Howard’s bold comments come months after, as CBN News reported, players with the Ohio State football team led a massive revival on campus, prompting scores of baptisms.
Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard — after his team’s win in the Sugar Bowl — made similar comments.
He told ESPN, “First of all, I want to thank my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Without Him, I wouldn’t be here and we wouldn’t be here as a whole group. … I’m just so grateful for this opportunity.”
Then there are those whose actions spoke just as loudly as others’ words.
North Carolina-based Pastor Derwin Gray, a former collegiate and professional football player, wrote on X that “something incredible is happening” in response to a clip of Texas Longhorns running back Nick Sanders asking Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo, “Can I pray for you?”
The faith-filled moment, during which the two young men knelt together, came after Texas bested Arizona State in the Peach Bowl on Wednesday.
And just ahead of the kickoff of the Gator Bowl, players with the Ole Miss football team knelt together in prayer — a powerful moment presumably prompted by head coach Lane Kiffin, who is Christian.
Kiffin told Sports Spectrum in 2022 it’s his faith in God that he’s “defined by,” explaining, “How am I being as a kid to the Lord, as His son? I’m not great at it, but, when I do that, that puts things in perspective for me a lot.”
What an encouragement to see so many athletes using their platforms to bring honor and attention to God. Please pray their actions and words minister to those who see and hear them.
Sources:faithwire
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Soccer Star Reprimanded for Writing ‘I Love Jesus’ on Pro-LGBT Rainbow Armband
English soccer player Marc Guéhi was slapped Saturday with a warning from the Football Association after the Crystal Palace center-back wore an armband emblazoned with the phrase, “I love Jesus.”
The team captain wrote the Christian saying on a band decorated with rainbow colors, intended to represent the LGBTQ flag, according to ESPN.
FA rules allow “initiative slogans/emblems promoting the game of football, respect, and integrity,” but prohibit players from wearing clothing or gear displaying “political, religious or personal slogans, statements or images.”
While the association reminded Guéhi and Crystal Palace of their responsibilities as an athlete and team, respectively, neither will face any formal action for the armband in question.
A spokesperson for the FA said in a statement no official warning was given after Guéhi wore the band with the three-word phrase during his team’s 1-1 draw with Newcastle United.
“Marc Guehi has not received an official warning from us,” said the FA representative. “We have contacted Crystal Palace to formally remind them and Marc Guehi that the appearance on, or incorporation in, any item of clothing, football boots, or other equipment of any religious message is prohibited as stated in Rule A4 of our kit and advertising regulations.”
The rainbow armband — without “I love Jesus” written on it — is apparently viewed differently by the FA.
Printed with the colors of the rainbow and issued to all 20 Premier League clubs, the Rainbow Laces initiative gear is purposed to encourage acceptance of LGBTQ individuals in football writ large. That message, though, is not considered a violation of the prohibition on personal, political, and religious statements. Rather, the FA reportedly sees it as a symbol of “respect and tolerance.”
Ipswich Town captain Sam Morsy, who is Muslim, refused on religious grounds to wear the armband.
In response, the FA said Morsy’s choice was a matter for the team to decide, adding he faces no official repercussions for his choice. The club, for its part, said it “is committed to being a fully inclusive club that welcomes everyone,” noting it respects Morsy’s decision “due to his religious beliefs.”
Sources:faithwire
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യേശുവാണ് തന്റെ കുടുംബത്തിന്റെയും കരിയറിന്റെയും അടിസ്ഥാനം: സീസണ് റെക്കോര്ഡിട്ട ബേസ്ബോള് താരം ആരോണ് ജഡ്ജ്
ന്യൂയോര്ക്ക്: “ഞങ്ങള് നയിക്കപ്പെടുന്നത് വിശ്വാസത്താലാണ്, കാഴ്ചയാലല്ല” (2 കൊറിന്തോസ് 5:7) എന്ന ബൈബിള് വാക്യവും നെഞ്ചിലേറ്റി ഈ സീസണിനു ആരംഭം കുറിച്ച ന്യൂയോര്ക്ക് യാങ്കീസിന്റെ അമേരിക്കന് പ്രൊഫഷണല് ബേസ്ബോള് ഔട്ട്ഫീല്ഡര് ആരോണ് ജഡ്ജിന് ഇത് നേട്ടങ്ങളുടെ കാര്യത്തില് റെക്കോര്ഡിട്ട സീസണ്. ഇനിയും മത്സരങ്ങള് അവശേഷിക്കുന്ന ഈ സീസണിലെ അവിശ്വസനീയമായ പ്രകടനത്തിലൂടെ താരം അക്ഷരാര്ത്ഥത്തില് ആരാധകരുടെ ഹൃദയം കീഴടക്കുകയായിരുന്നു. ഇതിനെല്ലാം പിന്നില് ക്രിസ്തു വിശ്വാസമാണെന്നാണ് അദ്ദേഹം സാക്ഷ്യപ്പെടുത്തുന്നത്.
തന്നെ ദത്തെടുത്ത് വളര്ത്തിയ തന്റെ മാതാപിതാക്കളും തന്റെ ക്രിസ്ത്യന് വിശ്വാസവുമാണ് തന്റെ ഈ വിജയത്തിന്റെ പിന്നിലെന്നു മുപ്പതുകാരനായ ഈ യാങ്കീസ് താരം പറയുന്നു. വെയ്നെ-പാറ്റി ദമ്പതികള് ആരോണിനേയും അദ്ദേഹത്തിന്റെ സഹോദരനേയും ജനിച്ചപ്പോള് തന്നെ ദത്തെടുത്തതാണ്. ദൈവമാണ് തങ്ങളെ ഒരുമിപ്പിച്ചതെന്നാണ് ഇതിനെ കുറിച്ച് ആരോണിന് പറയുവാനുള്ളത്. ആരോണിന്റെ 10 വയസ്സ് വരെ മാതാപിതാക്കള് അവനെ ദത്തെടുത്തതാണെന്ന് അറിയിച്ചിരുന്നില്ല. എന്നാല് 10 വയസ്സായപ്പോള് മുതല് അവന് ‘ഞാന് കാണാന് നിങ്ങളേപ്പോലെ അല്ലല്ലോ?’ തുടങ്ങിയ ചോദ്യങ്ങള് ചോദിക്കുവാന് തുടങ്ങി. അവസാനം അവര് അവന്റെ എല്ലാ ചോദ്യങ്ങള്ക്കും ഉത്തരം നല്കി.
താന് ദത്തെടുക്കപ്പെട്ടവനാണെന്ന് അറിഞ്ഞതില് തനിക്ക് യാതൊരു വിഷമവും തോന്നിയിരുന്നില്ല എന്ന് പറഞ്ഞ ആരോണ് അവരാണ് തനിക്ക് അറിയാവുന്ന തന്റെ മാതാപിതാക്കളെന്നും കൂട്ടിച്ചേര്ത്തു. സ്നേഹവും പിന്തുണയും നല്കുന്ന മാതാപിതാക്കളെ ലഭിച്ച താന് എത്രമാത്രം അനുഗ്രഹീതനാണെന്ന് ആരോണ് പറയുമ്പോള്, അവനേക്കാളും ശരിക്കും തങ്ങളാണ് അനുഗ്രഹീതര് എന്നാണ് അവന്റെ അമ്മ പറയുന്നത്. 2 കൊറിന്തോസ് 5:7-ല് പറഞ്ഞിരിക്കുന്ന വാക്യമാണ് തനിക്ക് ഏറ്റവും പ്രിയപ്പെട്ട ബൈബിള് വാക്യമെന്ന് താരം പറയുന്നു.
ഈ ബൈബിള് വാക്യമനുസരിച്ച് ജീവിക്കുവാനാണ് താന് ആഗ്രഹിക്കുന്നതെന്നും അദ്ദേഹം കൂട്ടിച്ചേര്ത്തു. മുകളിലിരിക്കുന്നവനിലും, അവന് നമുക്കായി കരുതിവെച്ചിരിക്കുന്നവയിലും വിശ്വസിക്കുക. നമ്മെ ചുറ്റിപ്പറ്റി എന്താണ് ഉള്ളതെന്ന് നമുക്കറിയില്ല, നമുക്ക് ദൈവത്തില് വിശ്വാസമുണ്ടെങ്കില് അവന് നമ്മളെ ശരിയായ ദിശയില് നയിക്കുമെന്നും ആരോണ് പറയുന്നു. 65 ഹോം-റണ് എന്ന റെക്കോര്ഡ് നേട്ടം കൈവരിക്കുവാനുള്ള ശ്രമത്തിലാണ് ആരോണ്. 2013-ലാണ് ഇദ്ദേഹം ന്യൂയോര്ക്ക് യാങ്കീസിന് വേണ്ടി കളിച്ച് തുടങ്ങുന്നത്. 2017-ല് അമേരിക്കയിലെ ഏറ്റവും മൂല്യമുള്ള കളിക്കാരനായി ആരോണ് തിരഞ്ഞെടുക്കപ്പെട്ടിരുന്നു.
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