“There’s more to life than the games - to honour God”. Richard Chambers Team GB rower silver medallist.
“Rowing may define how people see me, but ultimately I'm defined as a child of God” - Debbie Flood Team GB rower.
“I pick up my Bible every day, it keeps me level headed and grounded” - Philips Idowu Team GB
"It is everything I thought it would be; being the Olympic champion, it definitely is an amazing feeling. And I give all the glory to God. It's kind of a win-win situation. The glory goes up to him and the blessings fall down on me."- Gabby Douglas Team USA gymnast and gold medalist.
"I never have prayed to win a gold medal at Olympics and never will. The Lord is my Shepard and I shall not want. May His will be done." - Lo-Lo Jones Team USA athlete
"Race Day! Thanking God for another opportunity to do what I love & run for His glory!" - Alison Felix Team USA athlete
"There is a greater treasure than my gold medal - His name is Jesus" Team GB Olympic rower Debbie Flood.
1 comment:
Hi Mark. Great to hear what these athletes believe. I am not sure this area of their lives gets cover much in the press !
You may be interested in my blog post about the Olympics and Who's The Greatest. www.inspiredbuilder.blogspot.com
Paul
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