Exercising a Dream - Ja'Quan

By Haley Hester | Video by Chris Hobbs and Andy Hoag • February 28, 2019

2018 Graduate

Ja'Quan treasures the time he gets to wrestle with his team, is focused on staying mentally and physically healthy, and helping people in any way that he can. Since coming to our Baxley Campus, Ja'Quan has learned to lean on Jesus and let Him direct his path.

"My life has changed so much since coming to GBCH&FM," said Ja'Quan. "I've learned to keep my head up, heart open, and mind clear to be the best version of myself that I can possibly be."

After graduating in May, Ja'Quan is going into the Army and has plans to become a police officer after he serves his country.

"I've always dreamed of being in the military and serving my country," said Ja'Quan. "I've grown stronger in my faith, health, and mind; and I know I can make a difference in others' lives because of it."

Ja'Quan attributes his success to God's grace and the consistent support and encouragement of the staff he has gotten to know on campus.

"I am putting God first from here on out on anything that I do," Ja'Quan said. "Because of this program and the staff that have been so good to me, that will never change."

We ask that you continue to pray for Ja'Quan as he serves our country.

Because of your support, lives are forever changed.

Thank you for giving children and families hope and a home.

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