Athletes lead His House service held in Plachta Thursday, discuss relationships with God

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Two Central Michigan University football players shared their experiences of religious revival as they led a His House Christian Fellowship service Thursday night.

The service, ”Get Real,” was held in Warriner Hall’s Plachta Auditorium and included athletes, CMU Quarterback A.J. Westendorp, a Holland junior, and Rochester junior Cody Wilson, a wide receiver.

Wilson got emotional as he reflected on past, personal experiences which led him to become closer to God, he said.

It was after a trip to Wayside Central, 2000 S. Mission St., when he realized he needed to focus more on what God thinks, rather than the thoughts of others, he said.

“I was made to love people for Christ and not worry about my reputation,” Wilson said.

Students reacted with laughter and applause as Westendorp and Wilson expressed their opinions of how important having a relationship with God is.

“Jesus Christ is what life is all about,” Westendorp said. “Jesus is love. He has a plan for all of us.”

Westendorp said he thinks it is important for students to have a relationship with God. He suggested a way for students to become involved is by reading the Bible and finding people they know who are already passionate.

“I think being a part of church is an avenue to God,” Westendorp said. “It equips you with people around you who are into the same thing and allows you to become a part of God’s kingdom.”

Wilson has been involved in his church since a young age because his parents were pastors. It was through a friend that he got involved at His House Christian Fellowship, 211 W. Broomfield St.

“I got involved through Josh Chaffin who is a pastor at His House,” Wilson said.

He also stressed the importance of being focused on God and said anything is possible through Him.

Wilson also said, though we may not be able to see Him, God is always fighting for people.

“My relationship with God is different than relationships I have with other people because it is open,” said Rockford junior Elizabeth Roelse. “I’m really impressed with how widespread God is across campus, especially with the athletes.”