Brittany Lucas

I struggled for a while to find my identity. I played volleyball at Clemson and very much felt defined by it. I was injured in my senior year season and wasn’t able to play. I struggled with anger, frustration, and confusion. College can be a tough season for many as they try to find their way. I was very involved in FCA, school and of course volleyball.

All this being said, after volleyball being taken away to some extent, I became even more involved in our athlete ministry, my church and my small group. I say, “I found,” but God truly lead me into a different leadership role. I was able to learn so much not only for myself but to put my struggles aside and let God use me to help others as well. Not right away, but eventually, I felt such a peace from God. I have been able to use my testimony and examples in my career, and to help young adults and truly grow.

Peace has been a word so valuable to me because I pushed it away for so long; to have a peace in what God has planned and what has truly helped me grow as a person, wife and now mother.

The Joy that I have when I look at our family and our life that we have prayed for is a part of my story. It doesn’t mean there aren’t tough days and struggles, but looking at the Joy in the small and big events makes it all worth it. I truly wouldn’t change any of the trials I have been through personally or with my family.

- Brittany Lucas