For the opening act, a two-man dance group named M.A.D.N.E.S.S. entertained the students. The group’s quirky humor and inspiring stories of finding faith drew the youth’s full attention.
The group wrapped up with a heartfelt rap about God, faith, and staying strong on their paths. The keynote presenter was Keith Davis, ex-NFL defensive back for the New York Giants who also played with USC in two Rose Bowl championships.
Davis, who lives in Dallas, used stories from his own childhood and from playing football to teach youth about faith and finding God. Davis expertly used the reference “fill the gap,” which is frequently used in football for defensive plays, to teach youth that they have to fill their own gap and they should do so by believing and trusting that God will help them find their way.
Davis also wowed the audience with feats of strength including bending a skillet and a steel rod!
The event concluded with Bill Glass team members eating lunch in small groups with students while sharing their faith. Numerous students reported feeling moved and inspired and all are looking forward to our next Bill Glass event.
- Anita Schwartz