April 17, 2025

Why This NFL Star Walked Away To Follow God

Inside This Episode

Former NFL player Derwin Gray had everything the world says should make you happy—fame, money, success—but he was still left feeling empty and inadequate. In this powerful Christian testimony, Derwin shares about his broken childhood, life in the NFL, the teammate who introduced him to Jesus, and how he finally found lasting purpose, identity, and rescue through faith.

Pastor Derwin Gray also discusses his latest book, Lit Up with Love: Becoming Good-News People to a Gospel-Starved World—a timely message for anyone seeking to live with boldness and compassion.

Derwin Gray’s latest book, Lit Up With Love 

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