What a wonderful role model Drake Maye is for our athletic boys! Go Pats!
“Knowing that God’s Word is bigger than football has been such a thing for me to lean on and take my thoughts away from football and know that this is my purpose and this is why I’m here on this stage today, being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for and what God put me here to do.”
As the New England Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX, quarterback Drake Maye is making it clear that while his passion is football, his purpose is far more eternal. For the 23-year-old rising star, the bright lights of the Super Bowl are not just a stage for athletic achievement, but a divine platform to lead others toward a relationship with Jesus Christ.
During Super Bowl media availability, Maye has been remarkably candid about his priorities. Often summarizing his life as “faith, family, and football—in that order,” he views his NFL career as a God-given opportunity to “shine a light” on the Gospel. He recently told Sports Spectrum that his primary mission is to use his visibility to inspire people of all ages to explore their own faith, stating, “Being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for.”
Maye leans heavily on Scripture to navigate the immense pressure of a championship week, specifically citing Proverbs 16:9: “The heart of a man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” This perspective allows him to treat the game with intensity while remaining grounded in the belief that his identity is not tied to the scoreboard. Whether he is attending team chapel or sporting “Be a Blessing” apparel, Maye’s goal remains consistent: to demonstrate that true fulfillment is found in Christ. As the world watches on Sunday, Maye intends to play for a trophy, but more importantly, he intends to play for his Creator.
What a wonderful role model Drake Maye is for our athletic boys! Go Pats!
“Knowing that God’s Word is bigger than football has been such a thing for me to lean on and take my thoughts away from football and know that this is my purpose and this is why I’m here on this stage today, being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for and what God put me here to do.”
As the New England Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX, quarterback Drake Maye is making it clear that while his passion is football, his purpose is far more eternal. For the 23-year-old rising star, the bright lights of the Super Bowl are not just a stage for athletic achievement, but a divine platform to lead others toward a relationship with Jesus Christ.
During Super Bowl media availability, Maye has been remarkably candid about his priorities. Often summarizing his life as “faith, family, and football—in that order,” he views his NFL career as a God-given opportunity to “shine a light” on the Gospel. He recently told Sports Spectrum that his primary mission is to use his visibility to inspire people of all ages to explore their own faith, stating, “Being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for.”
Maye leans heavily on Scripture to navigate the immense pressure of a championship week, specifically citing Proverbs 16:9: “The heart of a man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” This perspective allows him to treat the game with intensity while remaining grounded in the belief that his identity is not tied to the scoreboard. Whether he is attending team chapel or sporting “Be a Blessing” apparel, Maye’s goal remains consistent: to demonstrate that true fulfillment is found in Christ. As the world watches on Sunday, Maye intends to play for a trophy, but more importantly, he intends to play for his Creator.
“Knowing that God’s Word is bigger than football has been such a thing for me to lean on and take my thoughts away from football and know that this is my purpose and this is why I’m here on this stage today, being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for and what God put me here to do.”
As the New England Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX, quarterback Drake Maye is making it clear that while his passion is football, his purpose is far more eternal. For the 23-year-old rising star, the bright lights of the Super Bowl are not just a stage for athletic achievement, but a divine platform to lead others toward a relationship with Jesus Christ.
During Super Bowl media availability, Maye has been remarkably candid about his priorities. Often summarizing his life as “faith, family, and football—in that order,” he views his NFL career as a God-given opportunity to “shine a light” on the Gospel. He recently told Sports Spectrum that his primary mission is to use his visibility to inspire people of all ages to explore their own faith, stating, “Being able to shine a light on others and get them to follow Jesus Christ is what I’m here for.”
Maye leans heavily on Scripture to navigate the immense pressure of a championship week, specifically citing Proverbs 16:9: “The heart of a man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” This perspective allows him to treat the game with intensity while remaining grounded in the belief that his identity is not tied to the scoreboard. Whether he is attending team chapel or sporting “Be a Blessing” apparel, Maye’s goal remains consistent: to demonstrate that true fulfillment is found in Christ. As the world watches on Sunday, Maye intends to play for a trophy, but more importantly, he intends to play for his Creator.