Evander Holyfield is the only boxer to win undisputed titles in both the cruiserweight and heavyweight division of boxing, but he’s not taking the glory for his success. For that, Holyfield is praising God.<\/p>\n
Holyfield, a four-time world heavyweight champion boxer, discussed his faith in-depth with Christian Headlines how his faith helped him overcome obstacles to get to where he is today. His career has been splattered with doping allegations, financial ruin and more. Through this, though, God was his anchor.<\/p>\n
\u201cWithout Jesus, I wouldn\u2019t be who I am,\u201d he said in the interview. \u201c[My Grandmother and mother] always reminded me, \u2018you\u2019ve got to ask Jesus to help you.’\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen all is said and done, I have a purpose to represent God and I\u2019ve got to represent him the best way I know how,\u201d he further explained.<\/p>\n
Holyfield reflected on how God impacted his character and said he speaks to God regularly about changing him for the better. Holyfield looks to find where he could have gone wrong.<\/p>\n
\u201cI could have had an attitude,\u201d he said. \u201cBut I learned that God had a hand in it…He knew.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cI learned to talk to the Holy Spirit.. ask \u2018what do I do about this?\u2019…I found that useful…going back to the Father and asking Him where I\u2019ve gone wrong,\u201d he continued.<\/p>\n
Many know Holyfield well due to the infamous ear-biting incident during a boxing match with Mike Tyson. He doesn’t mind the constant questions, though, and uses it as an opportunity to share a pertinent part of the Gospel.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou won\u2019t be forgiven unless you forgive,\u201d Evander warned. \u201cI realized that I needed to be forgiven.\u201d<\/p>\n