Caleb Surly

Without God, I'm worthless. Growing up in the church and attending a private Christian school, I thought I was saved but found that all of that stuff didn't mean you had salvation. I was never consistent in things like going to church or diving into the Word at a young age after my Grandma passed away. I was never a "bad" kid, but I also never practiced my faith and acted like a hypocritical Christian. I accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior when I was 14. My cell group brothers and counselors over the years at Camp War Eagle helped me learn more and more about Him. I was blessed this past summer, to give back as others did for me at camp. Through Him, I have found my identity. In my walk, God has thrown some very tough obstacles and challenges my way, but I have learned to never get discouraged and put trust in the Lord, putting my past, present and future all in His hands. Letting God take control and become a real part of my life came with a lot maturing and losing some pride for me. Though struggles still remain in my life, I can always rely on the Lord to help me overcome them and draw near to Him. I will continue to strive and be a light for Christ by leading, teaching and impacting those around me, just as the people I look up to have for me throughout my life. I pray to grow in my faith and become a Man's man, giving God all the glory in all that I do. For I sin and always will, but I have been forgiven and He has a plan for me. I'm excited to see what the Lord has set along the way for me as I start my sophomore year at Oklahoma State University. I am majoring in Sports Media with a minor in Religious Studies, and hope one day to be a successful writer, broadcaster and producer. I love sports, especially college hoops. I am an OSU Men’s Basketball manager. I also am a news reporter and sportswriter for the school newspaper, the Daily O’Collegian. I love to play basketball, run, dance and chill at the lake with friends! I'm a huge sneakerhead. Sometimes it’s not the healthiest thing, I'll admit. I am passionate about everything I do. I'm surrounded by such an uplifting family and group of friends and love them all. I will always continue to put God first, others second, and myself third.