Leaps of Faith: Trusting God in Athletics and Life with UGA Gymdog Ady Wahl

Season 3 Episode 4

In this powerful episode, Caroline sits down with Ady Wahl, a University of Georgia GymDog, to discuss how she balances faith, athletics, and her identity in Christ. Ady shares how gymnastics has been a platform for her to glorify God, how she’s learned to trust Him through the ups and downs of her athletic career, and why her purpose goes beyond competition.  Their inspiring conversation will encourage you to place your identity entirely in Christ.

You’ll Learn:

  • Ady’s journey as a UGA GymDog and how God has shaped her through the sport.

  • The pressures of elite athletics and how she finds peace in Christ rather than performance. 

  • Overcoming injuries and setbacks through faith, prayer, and trust in God’s timing.  

  • How she uses gymnastics as a way to honor God and share her faith with teammates and fans.

  • Encouragement for athletes who attach worth to their success.

Key Takeaways:

  • Your identity is not in your performance but in who God says you are.  

  • Surrendering control allows God to work in ways we could never imagine.  

  • Using your platform for Christ can impact more lives than you realize.  

  • Faith and sports go hand in hand—God cares about every part of your journey. 

Scriptures Mentioned:

Colossians 3:23: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”

Isaiah 41:10: “Fear thou not, for I am with thee; be not dismayed, for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”

1 Corinthians 10:31: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

Show Notes:

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