By Jesse T. Jackson, Christian News
While holding a press conference before the Colorado Buffaloes football game against the Kansas Jayhawks last week (Nov. 19), a reporter asked Buffaloes Head Coach Deion Sanders about Sanders’ relationship with Jesus Christ. Coach Prime, as many know him as, didn’t hold back in his answer.
The press conference included Peggy Coppom, a well-known Buffaloes fan many call “Miss Peggy,” who was celebrating her 100th birthday. Directing his question to Sanders, the reporter asked the coach if Miss Peggy, who is also known for her devotion to God, has had any impact on his personal relationship with God.
“My personal relationship with God is truly strong. I don’t think anyone in this room could impact that relationship,” Sanders responded. “I’m hoping that I can impact your relationship with God.”
Deion Sanders: My Relationship With God Is ‘Tremendous’
Deion Sanders continued, “My relationship [with God] is tremendous, and it’s not going to cease. It’s not going to stop. I’m not going to be ashamed of the gospel. That’s what my Bible tells me, and I’m going to proclaim my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, wherever I want to.” Coach Prime told the reporter, “Ain’t nobody going to tell me not to give love and show respect to my Lord and Savior that has blessed me, has pulled me up from suicide and thoughts and in a multiplicity of things that you don’t know.”
Sanders expressed his gratitude for being able to meet and spend time with Miss Peggy.
“So, I’m so thankful for her. I’m so thankful just to meet her,” said Coach Prime.
The former two-time Super Bowl champion speaks boldly about his relationship with Jesus any chance he gets and has been open about giving his life to the Lord following a suicide attempt in 1997. Sanders credits Bishop T.D. Jakes as one pastor who helped him in the early stages of developing his personal relationship with Jesus.
During his professional sports career, Sanders played in both the National Football League (NFL) and Major League Baseball (MLB). He is currently the only athlete to have competed in both a Super Bowl and a World Series.
First published on Nov. 26, 2024
