5 Christian Athletes You Should Watch This Olympics

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Rio 2016 is the perfect stage not only for high profile celebrities, but also for up-and-coming talents to shine and transform themselves into household names. There are a number of athletes going to Rio that we admire not only for their athleticism, but also for their faith in Jesus Christ. For these athletes, being a Christian isn’t just a title, it’s also a lifestyle. They are real role models, sometimes highlighted in the press for their faith in action. Here are five Christian athletes you should watch at Rio this season. We can expect these stars to illuminate in the games. Let’s rejoice for these men and women truly wear the full armor of God and for that, we can’t get enough of them. We can also expect these athletes to continue to dominate not only in the Olympic Games, but also in their respective fields.

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