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6 Publisher’s Note: The Power of Your Story Kristi Overton Johnson 26 Ministry News 27 Reader Testimonies 4 Our Contributors 18 Embrace Yourself Sisaundra Lewis rose quickly from her humble beginnings to tour with Celine Dion and later compete on NBC’s The Voice. Fortunately, it didn’t take long for her to realize that nothing this world has to offer compares to God. Sisaundra Lewis 8 Angry No More Once the lead vocalist/guitarist for the bands Mayday Parade and Go Radio, Jason’s life seemed ideal— until the unexpected death of his father threw everything off track. Jason turned away from God and family to drugs, alcohol, and fighting. Music was his only saving grace… until a friend challenged him to take his questions to the Lord. Jason Lancaster 7 United By Love As senior pastor of First Baptist Orlando, Pastor Uth has never made it an overt mission to diversify the church; he simply made it his mission to love all people. David Uth 14 The Real Adam Leaving home at 16 for a career as a professional dancer, Adam quickly submerged himself in a world of drugs, alcohol, and homosexuality. It wasn’t until he experienced a close encounter with the relentless Savior, that he realized true love and acceptance. Adam On The Cover This issue highlights stories from members and friends of First Baptist Orlando located in Orlando, Florida. Sisaundra Lewis and Jason Lancaster can often be found leading worship at FBO. Photography by Timothy Smith of Honor Photography 4 kojministries.org Issue 3 2017 and Dee Lancaster of Dear Dee Photography


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