Convocation brings students perspectives on the past and future

Speakers Sam Chan and David Pollack encouraged students to pursue a true and authentic relationship with the Lord during Liberty University’s weekly Convocations Oct. 18 and Oct. 20.

Chan spoke on the importance of understanding that our pasts do not define us.

“Those who came before us are no different than the circumstances that we are in now. We choose the type of relationship that we want with the Lord, and that is what can better our lives,” Chan said. 

The question of whether we know Jesus is true is what Chan focused on. He carried students through a lesson based on the coming of Christ and the miracles that Christ performed on earth. He said Jesus’ disciples were an incredibly important factor in the story of Jesus because each told the perspective of their walks with Jesus in different ways. 

Chan explained truth claims and what we know about the proof of Jesus’ existence on earth. He used examples like “1+1=2,” showing how we can categorize that statement under “math” and how the statement is proved through deduction and logic. These small examples prove God’s goodness and the factuality of his existence on earth. 

Pollack is a well-known college football analyst who spent the early part of his career playing two seasons as a linebacker for the NFL. Pollack is known for his three-time All-American title at the University of Georgia, and now more specifically, for his faith. At Convocation, Pollack shared his experience in coming to Christ and his personal testimony. 

One of Pollack’s biggest points was the importance of surrounding ourselves with like-minded individuals — students who will support the good choices we make in our lives, hold us accountable and understand the importance of fulfilling the Great Commission.  

Pollack broke his neck while playing for the Cincinnati Bengals, but he claimed this event “was the best thing that has ever happened to (him).” It was through trials and tribulations that Pollack grew in his relationship with the Lord.

Pollack reminded students that people shouldn’t be the ones defining their dreams. Instead, he said God will determine the fruition of the dreams they have. God can do many things if you allow him to be the center of your life, and no one can take that away from you. 

Popa is a news reporter for the Liberty Champion