Eddie Johnson

As a young kid, my grandma made us go to church on Sunday, sometimes it seemed like all day. I never looked forward to it, but later I began to realize I was really missing something. Then at just the right time, God sent a friend, Brian, to guide me. I began starting days with God's word and learning to turn negative things into something positive. At 18, I seriously put my faith in Christ. With His strength, I'm handling tough situations and relationships with patience and a positive attitude. It's cool to understand that God teaches me things that are so valuable. I want to make the most of my life, if it's on or off the field.

Before I trusted in Christ, I got frustrated with circumstances. I grew up with a bad attitude that got me in trouble...I didn't handle tough things, relationships very well. (Now) God provides when I trust Him and work hard to do my part. When things aren't going well, I keep believing that things will work out if I'm patient to wait. I'm learning to "be careful what you say" and to surround myself with positive people to influence me.

I started days with reading God's word; I think it's cool to understand what God is like and how interesting the Bible is. I began learning to turn negative thing into positive. I began to think positively for the first time and be more patient. Since trusting Christ fully, I've learned to forgive people and not to hold grudges. I've also found that when things aren't going well, to keep believing that God always provides. He will see me through. That's my key for the rest of my life: being faithful!