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26-Year-Old NFL Player Leaves Successful Career: ‘To Devote Life For The Gospel Of Jesus Christ’

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

After three seasons, NFL player Khari Willis leaves his successful sports career to obey God and pursue a full-time ministry.

Khari Willis Retires From NFL At 26

In a recent Instagram post by Khari Willis, he announced his official retirement to devote his time entirely to God. He first thanked his team, the Indianapolis Colts, for allowing him to be part of the National Football League in the previous years. Then he acknowledged the honor of having learned many lessons from the people with him during the journey. The NFL star stressed how “valuable” those lessons were for him in the next chapter of his life.

Further, the 26-year-old explained why he decided to leave his successful sports career. And that is for “the further advancement of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” The NFL player would be leaving all behind to respond to God’s call upon his life.

“With much prayer and deliberation, I have elected to officially retire from the NFL,” he wrote. “As I endeavor to devote the remainder of my life to the further advancement of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”

Leaving All To Follow God

Khari would have been headed to NFL’s fourth season and received much higher pay. But he chose to turn down the second contract to follow where God was leading him.

Meanwhile, Colts head coach Frank Reich acknowledged Khari’s great “character, leadership, and professionalism.” But he still supported Khari’s decision to retire early, although he would be missed.

“I admire and respect his decision to transition into the next stage of his life and ministry,” the coach stated. “And my prayers will always be with him.”

After much deliberation in his final decision, the NFL player is excited about what God has in store after giving up everything.

“I am both humbled and excited to pursue the holy call that God has for my life,” he said. “Which brings me much joy and purpose.”

Finally, he thanked everyone who supported him till the end of his NFL journey.

 

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Reference | Faithpot

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NFL Player Trey Burton Baptizes 6-Year-Old Son: ‘My Little Man Is FOREVER CHANGED’

by Rhoda Gayle
written by Rhoda Gayle

NFL Player Trey Burton baptized his 6-year-old son Jaxon outside his local church in Tampa. He posted a video on his Twitter account of that moment saying his son is “FOREVER CHANGED.”

Trey Burton

Indianapolis Colts’ Trey Burton has been known by his fans for his “Philly Special” touchdown pass in Super Bowl LII. But to the Christian athlete, his athletic achievements are not the most important thing to him. The most important thing for him is his faith in God, hence, he has been using his platform as an NFL player to share the Gospel of Christ.

In 2016, back when he was playing for the Philadelphia Eagles, Trey and chaplain Ted Winsley conducted a baptism to some of his teammates. Mychal Kendricks, Jordan Hicks, Kamu Grugier-Hill, David Watford, and Paul Turner all professed their faith and got baptized. The baptism happened in the team’s practice facility recovery pool.

Son’s baptism

Recently, he is again proclaiming his faith, and this time, it is now with his 6-year-old son Jaxon. On March 1, he blessed and baptized Jaxon in a pool outside his local church in Tampa. The proud father then took to Instagram and Twitter to share the memorable event!

“My little man is FOREVER CHANGED,” the proud father wrote on his Twitter. “I’m so proud of Jax for his boldness and thankful for the spirit he has been given. Praying he will keep his eyes fixed on Jesus no matter what is going on in the world.”

In the video, the pastor who is standing next to the father-and-son duo asked the young boy who his Savior is now. Jaxon then proclaimed that Jesus Christ is his Lord and Savior now and forever!

Read also: ‘You Don’t Need To Wait:’ Tim Tebow Shares Powerful Message For Single Christians 

Reference: Faith It 

 

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NFL Drops Fines
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NFL Drops Fines For ‘Man of God’ Headband, Demario Davis Donates $7000 To Charity

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

NFL drops fines for Demario Davis.  New Orleans Saints player Demario Davis made news after being fined for wearing a headband displaying ‘Man of God’ during a game.

On September 22, Demario Davis, along with his teammates, had a game against Seahawks in Seattle. Demario is a linebacker of New Orleans Saints. According to the report in Fox News, he wore the headband in the first three games. But it must have been noticed while he was leading the team’s pregame chant in the absence of quarterback Drew Brees.

Photo | Neon Nettle

The National Football League (NFL) prohibits wearing anything that delivers “personal messages”. That’s why Demario was fined $7,000. They claimed he was wearing a religious message during the game. But because he received massive support from fans all over the world, he decided to turn the situation into a positive message.

The Fund-Raising Idea

Demario raised funds for St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi by selling “Man of God” and “Woman of God” headbands at $25 a piece. And all the proceeds of about $30,000 were donated to the hospital.

“We’ve been able to turn it into a positive and use it to raise funds for a hospital that’s trying to rebuild this emergency room. And just to have the support of the community — and pretty much nationwide — it’s been amazing” Demario said to ESPN.

NFL Drops Fines

After that act of kindness, he heard the news that NFL dropped the fine. He added, “And then on top of that, being blessed to win the appeal and be able to take those funds that I was already counting as a loss and further contribute to the cause, it’s just a major blessing. And I don’t take it for granted.”

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Photo | Fox News

Demario had appealed to the NFL committee and won the grounds. He was able to take back $7,000 and donate it on charity instead.

“I didn’t get the specific reason why it was overturned. I mean, when you get something like that overturned and you get $7,000 coming back to you, you ain’t asking too many questions,” he said.

He revealed that his agents argued that the headband’s wording was no offensive. 

NFL Drops Fines

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Then he explained, “No matter the case, whether I’m wearing a headband, or whether I’m not wearing a headband, whether I’m talking about a headband, I’m not talking about a headband, I’m always using my platform to glorify God. And that’s never going to change. Because I believe He’s the one who gave me this platform for that purpose to make His name known. So I’ll always be about that.”

Source: Neon Nettle

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NFL Player DeSean Jackson Serves The People Of Philadelphia

by GOD TV
written by GOD TV

DeSean Jackson, wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, an American football team, hosted a youth camp and spent the weekend giving out food and clothing to those less fortunate.

In an interview with John Clark, NBC Sports reporter, DeSean opened up that he feels very blessed and fortunate to be back in Philadelphia, serving the community. This past weekend, DeSean spent his own time and money pouring into the people of Philly.

Sharing His Blessings

“I feel it’s my responsibility to give back…This is about helping the community and inspiring our youth to strive for greatness.” DeSean continued.

Bleachers Reports Tweeted a video where DeSean is seen giving out meals and clothing to the homeless – DeSean actually uses his own time and resources to see this happen. An act of generosity that is far too rare.

A part of valuing what you have is sharing it with others. DeSean does this so beautifully by sharing his fortune and spreading hope to those around him.

Everything that God gives us is not just ours to consume but it’s an opportunity to share with the world around us. Generosity is a Godly quality and we can all learn from DeSean and his generous heart that was poured out in Philidelphia this weekend.

This post was written by Joyca Lorriene

Reference: FAITHWIRE

 

 

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