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Lesson 2: Derwin Gray—There’s Got to Be More

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Derwin Gray shares his story and how it led to an encounter with God.

 

Derwin Gray— There’s Got to Be More

Derwin Gray shares how his childhood trauma and pain and his football career led to his encounter with God.

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I experienced a love that I didn’t even know was possible and it changed everything.

—Derwin Gray

 

In your journal, write down your thoughts and feelings about the questions below.

 

1. As you think about Derwin’s story, which part resonated with you? Which part came to mind just now?

2. What’s significant about that piece of the story for you? What do you think God’s whispering to you?

3. Derwin said: “I experienced a love that I didn’t even know was possible and it changed everything.” Take a couple moments to reflect on that statement. If that statement could possibly be true, what would that mean to you?

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Think about a friend or family member who has a relationship with God. Consider writing to them or meeting with them to ask about their experience. Here are some questions you might ask.

  • How did your journey with God start?
  • How did God change your life?
  • How are you seeing God in your life right now?

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