May 27, 2020 | Sports Friends Africa, Sports Friends Ethiopia
“Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you.” (Jeremiah 1:5) Sara was knit together by God, and delivered to the world in the city of Jimma, Ethiopia. Her mother, captive to an unhealthy lifestyle when Sara was born, knew she could not raise a baby. As is a...
Apr 24, 2017 | Sports Friends International
By Jill Ireland I wonder if you have ever thought about how you might answer this question?! As I reflected on it, I realized that ‘discipleship’ is a word we use frequently in the church, though I’m not sure we all understand it to mean the same thing. For some it is...
Jul 23, 2015 | Sports Friends Africa, Sports Friends Nigeria
By Moses Gyok, SF Nigeria Camp is unarguably a very big event that provides an opportunity for kids to give their lives to Christ, but it is also just a beginning in the process of discipleship. Uwenruza David Dama is 11 years old and is committed to knowing God. He...
Dec 31, 2014 | Sports Friends Africa, Sports Friends Nigeria
By Solomon Pam, SF Nigeria A long walk of obedience with God can be challenging, but is also very rewarding! Discipling young people is often a part of that long walk of obedience. Discipleship takes time, energy, and a steady commitment of patience. And even in the...
May 7, 2014 | Sports Friends Africa, Sports Friends Kenya
By Shane Smith, SF Kenya Living in an area opposed to the gospel, Charles was zealous to see the youth in his community transformed. These young people face many challenges such as drug use, child labor, early marriages and teen pregnancy. Charles fervently prayed...
