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Friday, July 13, 2018

Christian Parents of Boy Rescued From Cave Know Exactly What Saved Their Son - CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE CHARISMA NEWS

Christian Parents of Boy Rescued From Cave Know Exactly What Saved Their Son

7/12/2018 CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE CHARISMA NEWS

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Parents of a boy who was trapped in the Tham Luang cave system in Thailand have given thanks to God following his rescue.

The boy, who has not been named by the media, spent 16 days along with his 11 teammates and their coach deep inside a flooded cave system with limited food and oxygen.

They were found after nine days, but it took another week to bring them out safely, and one of the rescue team—a professional diver from Thailand—died in the process.

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The boy is sponsored through Christian charity Compassion, and the boy's parents, who attend Maesai Grace Church in Chiang Rai province, gave thanks to God for their son's safe rescue.

They said: "Thank you to God who helps us to see our son very soon. We are so happy to hear that our son is out of the cave and to welcome him home.

"It's the love that God gives to our family. God is great love and there's nothing He can't do."

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When news arrived after nine days that all 12 boys and the coach had been found, his mother said: "Thank you to God. I'm really thankful that they found my son and all 13 are alive.

"I'm so happy and so thankful to see my son again. Thank you so much to everyone that has been praying for us and the boys and helping us; thank you."

Ewan McGregor, a British missionary in the city of Chiang Rai where the boys are now in hospital, said: "It really is a miracle and a result of prayer and I'm just excited to hear the testimonies of the boys when they're safe and well.

This article originally appeared on The Christian Institute.

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

How Steph Curry Carries the Bible with Him On and Off the Court - CBN News Juan Garcia

How Steph Curry Carries the Bible with Him

On and Off the Court

06-07-2017

CBN News Juan Garcia

To say that LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers got outplayed by the Warriors in games 1 and 2 of the 2017 NBA finals would be a serious understatement. One thing we know is certain: Golden State is tough to beat when Stephen Curry finds his groove.

From a guy who many thought was too little to play at the highest level to becoming the league’s most valuable player, Curry’s journey has been one propelled by hard work and dedication.

Some years back, Alan Stein attended the inaugural Kobe Bryant Nike Skills Academy and noticed something unusual about Curry. In a YouTube video recapping the event, Alan noted that it was Curry’s habits and work ethic that shined brighter than any other player’s talent. Before each session, Curry had already drained 100 – 150 shots and was in a full sweat by the time his peers hit the floor.

For Curry, success is not an accident, it’s a choice. But there is much more that separates the 6’3’’ all-star point guard from the rest and it’s his faith in Jesus!

Steph Curry was raised in Charlotte, N.C., by Christian parents who began every morning with a required family devotional time before school. As a result, Stephen Curry has developed into solid man of God, one who never shies away about sharing his faith.

Sometimes while on the basketball court, Curry points his index finger upward as an outward sign and reminder that God gets all the glory for his success.

But regardless of his health or how he plays on any given night, Curry remains rooted in one of his favorite Bible verses - Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

It’s not too often that we get to see athletes bring the Bible out on the court, but that’s exactly what Stephen Curry does each game through his trademark shoe with Under Armour.

In an interview with Decision, Steph acknowledged that, “Obviously, there’s a lot of hoopla and fanfare that follows you wherever you go, but I know where my talent comes from. I know why I play the game, and it’s not to score 30 points a night, but it’s to use the stage I’m on. I’ve been put here for a specific purpose: to be a witness and to share my testimony as I go through it.”

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