I Am Second

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Salvation stories of notable and everyday people inspire a revolution of "seconds" and create more radically obedient followers of Christ.

Across the United States and the world, hundreds of thousands of people are proclaiming a new anthem: “I Am Second.” They have come alive to the truth that God has a plan for this world and his glory, a plan that includes allowing everyone who has faith in Jesus to enter a loving relationship with the God of the universe. In I Am Second, readers encounter story after story of notable people throughout culture who have had a radical, life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ.

Each story in this powerful book is raw and real, dealing with the darkest moments of the human experience. Drugs, addictions, depression, infidelity, pride, abortion, cancer, pornography, marriage, divorce, war—each story shows the redemptive power of the gospel to rescue us in the greatest depths of our human need, even in the secret areas of our lives. Alongside each story, readers are given study group questions and an offer to view related testimonies to find the freedom Christ offers.

He used The Biggest Loser to mend the broken places.

Michelle Aguilar, reality show contestant

It was more than an eating disorder. I needed security.

Ashley Rawls, former beauty pageant contestant

Something was still missing …

Stephen Baldwin, actor

Ankle surgery changed my football career ... and me.

Baron Batch, former college star

Physical abuse …that’s the way I grew up.

Rod Bayron, father

My way to God came through fighting – and pain

Vitor Belfort, Ultimate Fighting Championship star

I don't serve God because of success.

Trevor Brazile, Professional Rodeo Cowboy

It’s exhausting trying to be the best.

Pete Briscoe, pastor, Bent Tree Bible Fellowship

I know that I’m not out there alone.

Sam Bradford, quarterback, University of Oklahoma

I lost everything I had earned in this world – but gained much more through Christ.

James Caldemeyer, pro fisherman and guide

Is life more than music and fame?

Jason Castro, singer/songwriter and contestant on “American Idol”

I stopped cutting myself because I had something to live for.

Victoria Childress, child of a broken family

I was searching for love.

Shannon Culpepper, college student

When I got fired I didn’t know what I was supposed to do.

Tony Dungy, legendary football coach, Indianapolis Colts

My injury was painful, but the promise is greater.

Greg Ellis, linebacker, Dallas Cowboys

I was hurting so badly I wanted to die.

Richard Ellis, pastor, Reunion Church

If am I created equal, why am I in second place?

Tony Evans, pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship

Nothing can stop a destiny of greatness.

Joe Gibbs, NASCAR owner and former NFL coach

I gained clearer purpose for life, after losing my father.

Jack Graham, pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church

I turned to the streets to survive.

Karen Green, victim of sexual abuse

I lost everything I had earned in this world – but gained much more through Christ.

Janelle Hail, breast cancer survivor

I was tired of fighting addiction.

Josh Hamilton, outfielder, Texas Rangers

I had it all. I lost it all. But I gained something better.

Christian Hosoi, professional skateboarder

I lost the election, but not my soul.

Mike Huckabee, politician

I had all the things available that the world had to offer, but was never satisfied.

Wayne Huizenga Jr., businessman

I was driven by hate. Driven.

Being second will cause you to lose some friends.

Bradie James, linebacker, Dallas Cowboys

Despite incurable cancer, I am content with my life.

Tamara Jolee, television sports reporter

I know that I’m not out there alone.

Landry Jones, college quarterback

I started living a double life at a very young age ...

Laura Klock, motorcycle star

Yes, I’m a sex addict, and there’s hope for me!

Nate Larkin, former pastor

The fire burned my body but not my spirit.

Lee Lucas, fire victim

A childlike faith, in the bright lights of Hollywood, brings joy.

Bailey Madison, child actress

Africa gave me courage to lead change.

Blake Mankin, high school student

I play the game for God.

Colt McCoy, quarterback, University of Texas

To me, cocaine is the devil…and Christ is all that matters.

David McKenna, recovered addict

Asking “why me” wasn’t enough.

John Meador, pastor, First Baptist Church, Euless

The grief over my wife's death was replaced with peace.

Randy Moore, anchorman

I was rescued from oppression...

Priscilla Nicoara, unwanted child

We drove each other into someone else’s arms.

The Parks, spouses

He told me that his parents didn’t approve of me because of how I looked.

Christine Petric, Asian-American

In Iraq, I could have saved a life, but I didn’t.

Chris Plekenpol, Army veteran

I wrote about vampires and outcasts. But I've changed.

Anne Rice, author

I don’t carry secrets anymore

Tim Ross, abuse victim

How could God ever forgive me for affairs, divorce and abortion?

Lisa Luby Ryan, wife and mother

We had the perfect marriage … the second time around.

Jeff and Carol Scruggs, spouses

The joy of a friend brought the joy for a lifetime.

Natalie Sebastian, seeker

My NFL dream came true... after God took over.

Daniel Sepulveda, NFL punter

My marriage wasn’t the fairy tale I dreamed about.

Shawna, ex-wife

I know where my hope lies... and it's not in being a rock star.

Michael W. Smith, Christian recording artist

Every day I would think about what he had done.

Jarrett Stephens, abuse victim

Anger had me fighting all the time, but not anymore.

Brian Sumner, professional skateboarder

One rejection after another in show business drove me to my knees.

Janine Turner, actress

I was never a winner until I won the hearts of people.

Darrell Waltrip, NASCAR champion

I had it all with Korn but gave it up for a better life.

Brian Welch, former member of the band Korn

My trials don’t defeat me.

Jason Witten, tight end, Dallas Cowboys

What if you don’t have all the answers?

Jerry Zucha, pastor, Firewheel Church