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The Journey from Self to Service: Gary Sinise & Dr. Derwin Gray
Description
There comes a point when our faith has grown strong enough that we can turn outward and put it to work serving those who need it most. Gary Sinise comes from a long legacy of supporting the military, from brave family members who served as far back as World War I, to portraying wounded Vietnam vet Lt. Dan Taylor in the iconic movie Forrest Gump. After the events of 9/11, Gary was inspired to find more ways to serve those who sacrificed for our nation, which he details in his book Grateful American. Dr. Derwin Gray created a successful life for himself in the NFL, desperate to escape the dysfunction that surrounded him in childhood. But after achieving his career dreams, Derwin realized he wouldn’t ever be satisfied without a greater purpose. He bravely stepped into God’s calling for his life and founded Transformation Church, a multi-ethnic church seeking to help others live a Jesus-centered life—what Dr. Gray calls in his new book The Good Life. These two men have grown their faith and been encouraged by the people they serve, and they demonstrate the beautiful things that can happen when we use our gifts and talents to bless those around us.
Links, Products and Resources Mentioned:
Jesus Calling devotional
Courage to Use Your Voice: Mark & Danielle Herzlich episode
Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service book
Disabled American Veterans Organization
Battle of the Argonne Steppenwolf Theater in Chicago
The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches About Finding True Happiness book
Interview Quotes:
“September 11th, 2001, our country is attacked and our men and women start raising their hands to deploy in reaction to that terrible event. And I just felt compelled and called in a certain way to serve. And so you go from this singular focus on self to this broader focus on serving others.” - Gary Sinise
“I am a grateful American. I'm grateful for so many things.” - Gary Sinise
“Having veterans in my family, having been involved with supporting Vietnam veterans, I just knew where I was goi