17 Oct, 2008
Travis Freeman is now a 27-year-old seminary student, pursuing a master's degree in theology with the goal of becoming a pastor in a local church. However, when Travis was twelve years old his life took a drastic turn. In less than 24 hours, Travis went from having 20/20 vision to complete blindness. Travis spent seventeen days in the hospital and nearly lost his life. From that day forward, Travis was forced to overcome many obstacles, but there was still one thing missing from his life - football.
Here's part of Travis' story from his website:
Football had been a large part of my life growing up. I was raised watching and playing the sport. I had a love for football, and I wanted to be a part of it. My mom went to my eighth-grade football coach and asked him if I could be a part of the team. He told her that I could not only be a part of the team, but I would play. The only position in football I could play was center. I had a guard on each side of me and the quarterback behind me. They would help me to and from the huddle, and then line me up over the ball. Next, they would tell me where my opponent was, whether he was left, right, or head up. I would snap the ball to the quarterback and make contact with my opponent. When this happened it was just like anyone else blocking. In August of 1994 I stepped foot on the football field as
Read more at www.travisfreemanministries.com.
Walk By Faith, Not By Sight
2 Corinthians 5:7
7 for we walk by faith, not by sight.
Hebrews 11:1
By Faith
11:1 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. (ESV)
What does today's God's Story scripture teach us about faith?
There seems to be a lot of uncertainty these days. How do you handle that uncertainty? Today's God's Story scripture reminds us that we can rest assured because of faith.
The Message paraphrases Hebrews 11:1-2 like this:
"The fundamental fact of existence is that this trust in God, this faith, is the firm foundation under everything that makes life worth living. It's our handle on what we can't see. The act of faith is what distinguished our ancestors, set them above the crowd."
Travis Freeman has had to lean on the truth of this verse in ways that many of us never will. Yet his example, that he truly 'walks by faith, not by sight,' is one worth following.
How can we connect today's God's Story scripture to our lives?
- Thank God for the many blessings in your life. Thank Him for faithful family and friends in your life to be there with you during times of uncertainty.
- When you are uncertain or even fearful about the future, ask God to increase your trust and faith in Him.
- If there is a decision you need to make about your future, seek the advice of a Christ follower whom you trust to guide you in the right direction.
How can we connect today's story, God's Story, and our story to others?
- If you find yourself at a football game this weekend, or even watching one on TV, ask someone if they've ever heard Travis Freeman's story. Let that conversation guide you into a conversation about God's Story.
- Talk with one another about what it might be like to walk through life, strictly walking by faith, without sight.
- Ask others what they are feeling about the future. Be prepared to give a reason for the hope that you have (1 Peter 3:15).
- Become a guide for a friend who seems to be fearful of the future.
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