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Florida joins South Dakota, Nebraska in defeating pro-abortion amendments

Florida became the first state to defeat a pro-abortion ballot initiative when voters on Tuesday (Nov. 5) rejected Amendment 4, which would have made abortion a constitutional right. Florida was one of 10 states with abortion initiatives on state... Continue Reading »

‘God first’ commitment fuels Armstrong’s Olympics outlook

His Instagram account proclaims “GOD FIRST!” and U.S. Olympic swimmer Hunter Armstrong tries to be faithful to that description whether he’s winning gold medals or not. “That’s the first thing I want people to see and know about me,”... Continue Reading »

SUPER BOWL: For 49ers’ Matthews, locker room a place of ministry

The impact of Jordan Matthews on the San Francisco 49ers isn’t something that can be measured by his football performance. The wide receiver has spent most of the season on the inactive list, playing in only three games and... Continue Reading »

SUPER BOWL: For Chiefs’ Wisniewski, knowing God surpasses joy of football

Stefen Wisniewski of the Kansas City Chiefs thought he had everything figured out during his teenage years in Pennsylvania. Though he was raised in a Christian home with godly parents and attended church regularly, he admits that he was... Continue Reading »

Tabernacle members cheer success, character of Clemson QB Lawrence

Their proximity to the University of Georgia — about 100 miles away — would naturally lend itself to Georgia football fandom. But for the members of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cartersville, Ga., a transformation of sorts has taken place... Continue Reading »

‘Grace-filled’ Warner selected to Hall of Fame

After coming up short in his first two years of eligibility, Kurt Warner is finally a Pro Football Hall of Famer. The former NFL quarterback, often known for being outspoken about his Christian faith, was picked for the honor... Continue Reading »

Olympics: U.S. diver abandons chase of fame, pursues Christ

Diver David Boudia had accomplished his life’s dream when he captured a gold medal in the men’s 10-meter platform competition at the 2012 Olympics in London. U.S. men’s diver David Boudia, who won gold in the 10-meter platform competition... Continue Reading »

Olympics: ‘Thy will be done’ is shooter’s prayer

In Sarah Scherer’s competitions, the slightest movement — even an errant breath — can be the difference between winning and losing. It’s understandable that such circumstances can cause times of nervousness and tension during a shooting competition. That’s why... Continue Reading »

Team USA flag bearer Phelps’ rehab ‘Purpose-Driven’

Michael Phelps, Team USA flag bearer at the Olympics opening ceremony Aug. 5 in Rio De Janeiro, was heavily influenced by Rick Warren’s “The Purpose-Driven Life” during rehab after his second arrest on a drunken driving charge. “It’s turned... Continue Reading »

FCA founder Don McClanen lifted sports into ministry

Don McClanen, who founded Fellowship of Christian Athletes in 1954 after enlisting the support of several Christians in sports, died Feb. 16 at age 91. More than 60 years after its founding, FCA is a worldwide ministry headquartered in... Continue Reading »

Alabama-Clemson matchup about more than championship

For many, it could be difficult to imagine a College Football Playoff National Championship between two more quintessential Bible Belt teams than tonight’s (Jan. 11) Alabama and Clemson matchup. Exhibit 1 and Exhibit 1A for fan bases that love... Continue Reading »

Pastor: Swinney’s actions back up profession of faith

Ryan Goodroe couldn’t believe what he saw when he took his kids to play baseball in Clemson, S.C. When he showed up for one of the first practices, he noticed Thad Turnipseed, recruiting director for the Clemson University Tigers... Continue Reading »