Changed Lives

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works,
so that no one may boast.

Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV

Lives Changed

Before You Explore

Are you 16 or older?

The Bible describes true life-change as a work God does to bring us from darkness to light. The stories on this page, therefore include details about the darkness that people lived in before God brought them into light. So we ask that if you are under 16 years old, you get permission from a parent or guardian before continuing to explore the testimonies on this page. 
Video: 5 Min
Motocross

Trey Canard raced motocross professionally for ten years, sponsored by Red Bull. Now, he coaches motorcycle for sport as well as dirt bike racing. If you are inspired by Trey’s story, and also are interested in motocross, we encourage you to check out PanicRev. PanicRev is a a movement that empowers and equips the motocross community to know Jesus and to walk strong and bold in their faith.

Surfer

Surfer Bethany Hamilton survived a shark attack at 14, which was then widely publicized. That traumatic experience and loss of her arm didn’t stop her from surfing professionally. Bethany continued pursuing her two passions—love for surfing and love for Jesus. She created a website to be a safe place for girls to come and be encouraged—to get ideas on living a healthy life in faith, mind, body and spirit. We encourage you to check it out!

Video: 10 Min
Skateboarding

Brian’s accent will tell you he’s from Liverpool, but his passion will hint at the radical transformation he experienced. Brian says, “As I was trying to prove God wasn’t real, he was speaking through his Scripture to me.” Brian’s life changed the day he encountered Jesus, so he created the website Death2Life Revolution to help those struggling with suicidal thoughts and other struggles to find the hope he found in Jesus.

Baseball

Blake Russell found God in prison. Upon coming out, he found new purpose in sharing God’s Word with other prisoners and people in need.

Football

Wide-receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles and now 49ers, Jordan Matthews, builds his life on the Word of God and his relationship with Jesus Christ.

Article: 15 Min

Aaron Baddeley

Golf

Aaron Baddeley is an Australian American professional golfer. Aaron shares how he came to trust in Jesus, the impact God’s Word has on his life, and the value of personal integrity for everyone who trusts Jesus.

Article: 8 Min

Paul Tesori

Golf Caddie

Paul Tesori caddies for the PGA golf tour. Though he grew up around church, he didn’t expect the Bible to be an integral part of his career. Hear about how Paul came to faith in Jesus, and how his relationship with Jesus affects his attitude, the golf community, his work, and family. Inspired by their beautiful son, Isaiah, who was diagnosed with Downs Syndrome, the Tesori Family began a foundation to provide help and hope to children with special needs.

Video: 3 Min
Fishing

The incredible sports fisherman Al Lindner shares about his faith and how precious God’s Word, the Bible, has become to him. Al holds a spot in five fishing halls of fame and is highly respected in the sports fishing industry.

Video: 45 Min
Skateboarding

Tim Mackie discovered the Bible at skate church, as a young, reserved middle-schooler. Tim shares his story of discovering what the Bible is about, while helping us understand that the Bible tells one unified story. Tim and his friend Jon founded BibleProject, an incredible ministry helping us understand the themes, story, and books of the Bible.

Video: 5 Min
Fighter

Robert is from Germany, and made his way in his youth by fighting. A warrior in every respect outwardly, he was losing strength inwardly, until he discovered the source of true strength.

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