🏃♂️ Eric Liddell – The Flying Scotsman & Witness of Christ Eric Liddell (1902–1945) was a Scottish Olympic athlete, a Christian missionary, and a hero of faith.
🌟 Why He Is Famous: He won gold in the 400 meters and bronze in the 200 meters at the 1924 Paris Olympics.
He refused to run in the 100-meter race (his best event) because the heats were held on a Sunday, which he considered the Lord’s Day.
This bold decision shocked the world—but showed his deep faith in Jesus Christ. ✝️ His Christian Witness: 01. After the Olympics, Eric gave up fame and returned to China (where he was born) to serve as a missionary and teacher. 02. During World War II, when Japan invaded China, Eric was imprisoned in a Japanese internment camp. 03.Even in prison, he helped others, taught children, gave away his food, and encouraged people with God’s love. 04. He died in 1945 in the camp—serving others until his final breath.
🕊️ Legacy: 01.Eric is remembered not only as a great athlete but as a man of unshakable faith, courage, and love. 02.His story was told in the famous movie “Chariots of Fire”, which won the Oscar for Best Picture in 1981. 03. His life still inspires millions to honor God first and live with purpose and conviction.
🗣️ His most famous quote: “God made me fast. And when I run, I feel His pleasure.”
