Ariel Atkins: Faith, Basketball & Advocating for Change | Watch God Work w/ Lawrence E. Adjah

#FaithInSports #AthleteAdvocacy #PurposeDriven In this episode of Watch God Work with Lawrence E. Adjah, we welcome Ariel Atkins, professional basketball player and faith-driven leader. Ariel shares how her identity in Christ, instilled by her family and deepened through her personal journey, has shaped her life on and off the court. She discusses her early years in basketball, her discovery of faith as a personal relationship rather than tradition, and how she uses her platform to advocate for social impact. Ariel offers wisdom on finding purpose beyond sports, addressing community needs, and trusting God’s guidance during life’s transitions. Summary:Ariel Atkins reflects on her upbringing in Dallas, Texas, where her family’s faith and support laid the foundation for her journey in basketball and life. She shares how her mother’s guidance and her own discovery of God’s love shaped her faith and identity. Ariel discusses the challenges of detaching her self-worth from basketball, emphasizing that her true identity lies in Christ and her relationships with family. She also talks about leveraging her platform as an athlete to bring attention to important social issues and contribute meaningfully to her community. Grounded in faith, Ariel highlights the importance of taking small, impactful actions to avoid feeling overwhelmed while addressing larger challenges. She finds peace and spiritual renewal in nature and encourages others to embrace vulnerability with God’s guidance. Chapters: [00:00] Introduction to Ariel Atkins [02:16] Faith and Identity in Christ [03:55] Ariel’s Family and Early Basketball Journey [07:26] Finding Faith Beyond Family Traditions [16:29] Using Her Platform for Advocacy [27:39] Navigating Identity Beyond Basketball [38:53] Social Impact and Community Focus [43:11] Faith and Finding Peace in Nature [46:13] Closing Reflections and Gratitude Keywords:Ariel Atkins, faith, basketball, athlete advocacy, social impact, identity in Christ, purpose-driven life Watch God Work with Lawrence E. AdjahInspiration and Practical Wisdom to Live a Good Life, a Godly Life. ✨ Get Lawrence’s Bestselling Book:The 100 Marriage Decisions & Declarations You Need to Make Before Getting MarriedPurchase Here: https://lawrenceadjah.com/the100marriagebook 🎧 Own Lawrence’s Audiobook of the NIV Bible:Get Your Copy Here: https://www.watchgodwork.co/books/thebibleaudiobook About Watch God WorkWatch God Work with Lawrence E. Adjah is a talk show providing inspiration and practical wisdom to help you live a good life, a Godly life. We focus on strengthening your most important relationships—with God, people (including yourself), work, and the world. From powerful interviews to conversations about relationships, faith, finance, wellness, culture, and current events, we help you live intentionally and faithfully. 🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE!📲 Follow us for more updates and inspiration: Instagram: @adjah_l Instagram: @WatchGodWorkTV Twitter: @adjah_l 💬 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today!