I can confidently say I have turned a corner in my faith in the
last year or so. On my quest to become stronger in my faith, I’ve
done a lot more seeking than I have in the past and I'm learning
what a personal relationship with God looks like. At this point in
the journey, two experiences stand out,Athlete In Aciton's Ultimate
Training Camp andThe Impactmovement's Impact 2010 Conference in
Atlanta Georgia.
This summer I participated inAIA's Ultimate Training Camp, which I
would recommend for every athlete. This camp was a great place for
me to begin to understand that God has gifted athletes with
talent's and abilities. I was able to apply biblical principles to
the way I live and compete as a response for the gifts God has
given me.
In December, I went toImpact 2010, a conference put on by The
Impactmovement. Traditionally the conference has been held every
other year for the African American college student and young
professional, but now has a high school track. You can check out
archived sessions of the conference at www.impact10.com.
For me Impact is a new school approach to GOD. The Hip-Hop, Neo
Soul R&B vibe happens without selling out or misrepresenting or
changing God's truths. The speakers spend time addressing the
things that interest this age group such as dating, sexuality,
finances, and why you shouldn’t be afraid to share your faith. They
also have seminars to help further one's spiritual growth in other
aspects regardless of where one is their walk with GOD. I was
unaware that there are so many resources such as books, music and
apparel available.
I tried to attend as Lauryn Willliams a young adult seeking GOD but
I was recognized as Lauryn Williams the Olympian quite a few times.
One person came to me and a just wanted to tell me how encouraging
it was to see an professional athlete with such a HUGE platform
being open and seeking the LORD. I never thought of myself as
having a huge platform or paid attention to the importance my walk
has on others.
The final day of the Impact Conference was a day of outreach where
we were to go out and tell others about GOD. I was sick to my
stomach at the thought of it. I don’t ever want to become the
people who turned me off from GOD at a young age because they were
forcing it on me. If your willing to listen I can tell you what my
faith in the Lord has done for me but I don’t want to tell people
who are doing something different that they are going to hell!!!
Well my experience that day wasn’t like that at all. My group of 3
was given the names and address of four homes where we visited and
shared box of food with each. My stomach was not so sick when I saw
that sharing my faith is like sharing a box of food. When you
genuinely care about others you will give and share your life in
ways that express your love for God and love for people. Then it's
not as bad as it seems.
I am looking forward to the opportunities of helping others
experience Ultimate Training Camp and theImpact Conference, so they to can turn the corner in pursuit of a meaningful relationship with
God.
last year or so. On my quest to become stronger in my faith, I’ve
done a lot more seeking than I have in the past and I'm learning
what a personal relationship with God looks like. At this point in
the journey, two experiences stand out,Athlete In Aciton's Ultimate
Training Camp andThe Impactmovement's Impact 2010 Conference in
Atlanta Georgia.
This summer I participated inAIA's Ultimate Training Camp, which I
would recommend for every athlete. This camp was a great place for
me to begin to understand that God has gifted athletes with
talent's and abilities. I was able to apply biblical principles to
the way I live and compete as a response for the gifts God has
given me.
In December, I went toImpact 2010, a conference put on by The
Impactmovement. Traditionally the conference has been held every
other year for the African American college student and young
professional, but now has a high school track. You can check out
archived sessions of the conference at www.impact10.com.
For me Impact is a new school approach to GOD. The Hip-Hop, Neo
Soul R&B vibe happens without selling out or misrepresenting or
changing God's truths. The speakers spend time addressing the
things that interest this age group such as dating, sexuality,
finances, and why you shouldn’t be afraid to share your faith. They
also have seminars to help further one's spiritual growth in other
aspects regardless of where one is their walk with GOD. I was
unaware that there are so many resources such as books, music and
apparel available.
I tried to attend as Lauryn Willliams a young adult seeking GOD but
I was recognized as Lauryn Williams the Olympian quite a few times.
One person came to me and a just wanted to tell me how encouraging
it was to see an professional athlete with such a HUGE platform
being open and seeking the LORD. I never thought of myself as
having a huge platform or paid attention to the importance my walk
has on others.
The final day of the Impact Conference was a day of outreach where
we were to go out and tell others about GOD. I was sick to my
stomach at the thought of it. I don’t ever want to become the
people who turned me off from GOD at a young age because they were
forcing it on me. If your willing to listen I can tell you what my
faith in the Lord has done for me but I don’t want to tell people
who are doing something different that they are going to hell!!!
Well my experience that day wasn’t like that at all. My group of 3
was given the names and address of four homes where we visited and
shared box of food with each. My stomach was not so sick when I saw
that sharing my faith is like sharing a box of food. When you
genuinely care about others you will give and share your life in
ways that express your love for God and love for people. Then it's
not as bad as it seems.
I am looking forward to the opportunities of helping others
experience Ultimate Training Camp and theImpact Conference, so they to can turn the corner in pursuit of a meaningful relationship with
God.
