Social media feeds are often dominated by sports debates, politics, and bad news.
But on Sunday, the conversation went to worship in Tuscaloosa, as several Alabama Crimson Tide football players organized a powerful event called “Audience of One” at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
The night drew thousands and quickly spread across social platforms as fans shared images and testimonies from the field.
The worship night took place in the north end zone and drew an estimated crowd of more than 2,000 students and fans.
The event was created and led by #5, senior wide receiver for the Alabama Crimson Tide, Germie Bernard.
Fellow players Ty Simpson, Isaiah Horton, Wilkin Formby, and Tim Keenan III also helped lead the night, sharing personal testimonies, praying, and worshiping alongside attendees.
“This has been on my heart for a couple of weeks now, and I’m so glad that God has been able to make this come to fruition,” Bernard said during the event. “I just want to say that tonight is all about God, all about giving glory to Him, and about just turning hearts. And just wanted to give you guys an opportunity for this campus to come out and fellowship with our brothers.
Quarterback Ty Simpson also shared what he called the team’s motto: “How can you have a bad day if you know that your savior died for you?” He added, “Whether you lose to Florida State or barely beat South Carolina, it’s a good day.”
The revival-like atmosphere came just one day after Alabama’s road win over South Carolina Gamecocks football and on the team’s first day of its bye week.
Social media posts from those in attendance described the gathering as “incredible” and “a revival happening among our young people.” Many praised the players for using their platform to share their faith, emphasizing that the event was organized by the athletes themselves rather than through a university program.
“This is what it’s all about… it’s easy to forget what matters most but these guys haven’t. It’s so awesome to see them using it for good and spreading what matters most, the word of the Lord,” one user commented.
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The was described by some as a growing spiritual movement within the team and the student community fanbase.
“I’ve covered a lot of teams at UA, but I’ve never been around a group that shares their faith in Christ in so many different ways,” one fan noted.
Sherri Blevins is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News. You may contact her at [email protected].
