ENDORSEMENTS
Sammy Lopez
Lead Pastor of Might Fortress Christian Fellowship in San Antonio, National and I AM SECOND speaker.
Sammy Lopez is a spiritual leader for the Grounded ministry. He is one of the most sought-after Hispanic communicators in the nation, speaking to thousands of people of all ages each year. He has been seen on “The 700 Club,” TBN, ManaVision T.V. and Daystar Christian Television.
Sammy has worked with ministries and organizations including Chuck Colson’s Prison Fellowship, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Samaritan’s Purse, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Team First and Goal Inc.
Sammy is relevant, humorous and a biblically challenging communicator. His personal experiences allow him to personally relate to individuals who are turned away from the church or are having difficulties with their faith.
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Melvin Adams
Melvin Adams, a former Harlem Globetrotter, retired from the team due to a heavy burden to reach out to youth. He saw first hand the need to influence the youth of America.
Melvin grew up in the ghetto of Houston, Texas. He has overcome incredibly negative circumstances in his life to achieve the dream of playing professional basketball.
With the pressure of being financially strapped and surrounded by hopeless situations, he tuned to sports. Hard work and endless practicing kept him out of trouble. He speaks about the influence that his teachers and coaches had on his life and how just by the simplest of words he was able to become the success he is today.
Melvin Adams is married and is the father of two boys.
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Tyrone Smith
Tyrone Smith knows what it takes to become a champion. During his time at Baylor University as starting Conerback for one of the highest ranking teams in the nation, Tyrone's hard work ethic and positive attitude was an inspiration to his coaches and teammates. His fellow players chose him as the team captain because of his ability to motivate them towards success.
He went on to play professional football for the San Francisco 49ers, where he continued to contribute to making a positive impact not only on is teammates but also on his community.
While working with the 49ers on community outreach programs, he found a love for helping others develop the attitude of a champion. Tyrone would not allow a career ending injury to deter him from his dreams of making a difference.After a four year football career with the NFL, Tyrone now dedicates his life to helping others learn what it takes to become champions at living.
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Jarrell Flowers
At first glance, you could wonder why God would take someone like Jarrell Flowers and use him to minister to youth through the tool of rap music. But then again, God always seems to use the most unlikely candidate to fulfill His purposes. Born and raised in a home with two godly parents who would later become senior pastors, Jarrell was no stranger to Christianity and the church. However, like so many of those who grow up in and around a religious culture, Jarrell found himself lacking a living and active relationship with God. It wasn't until a near fatal accident at 17 years old that he began to seriously consider whether or not his life was truly pleasing to the Lord. It was at this point that the Holy Spirit allowed Jarrell to experience the power of the gospel and freedom in Christ Jesus. Infused with a passion to serve God, Jarrell would later go on to study and become grounded in his Christian walk at Texas Bible Institute.d
In the spring of 2010, Jarrell released an EP entitled "The Freedom Project" Since then he has released a music video to the catchy anthem, "White Rags", a free mix tape entitled "Johnny's iPod", and has ministered this music to thousands of young people throughout the world during live performances. Jarrell has toured and ministered on radio, television and places such as Texas Bible Institute, Cornerstone Church, Word of Faith Church, Flavor Fest, San Antonio's AT&T Center and Rwanda, Africa. He has also shared the stage with artists such as Lecrae, Teadashii, Flame, V. Rose, Eddie James, and many more.
Most important is Jarrell's commitment to his local community and to the city of San Antonio. He has played an active role by directing fine arts camps, back pack drives, and community outreaches. Jarrell has also created The "Submission 101" video based curriculum, a free resource for his local community and beyond. He also serves as an Elder at Faith Outreach Center International and oversees the youth, worship, and art ministries there. He and his wife Jeneil are proud parents to two beautiful girls, Nyomi and Liviya. He is also the founder and CEO of Freedom Music Group, an independent record label that continually strives to impact today's culture with a voice of truth.
