Jaguars WR Finds Purpose Beyond Football Through Faith and Service

Published: July 13, 2026

By Mallory Mattingly

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Chandler Brayboy understands that his purpose in life is bigger than football.

“The time I’ve spent praying for a purpose is a lot, and so if you are trying to make a difference in the world, first you’ve got to talk to the man that controls the world,” Brayboy said on the Sports Spectrum “Get In The Game” podcast. “So once you talk to Him, ask Him for a purpose. Ask Him for something that you could do better or something that you could do for a greater good.”

He’s referencing John 16:23 which says, “In that day you will no longer ask me anything. Very truly I tell you, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.”

“Whatever you ask for, you’re not always gonna get it. If it’s not needed for you, the Lord don’t see it fit for you, it’s not gonna happen. But if God sees it fit for you, you’re gonna have to ask for it to receive it,” the wide receiver continued. “And so, like, if you step out on faith and actually talk to God, ask Him for a purpose in this world, because everybody has a purpose. Believe it or not, we’re His child. We’re here for a mission. We’re here to spread the gospel. But we all are talented in a different realm. And so, if you ask for that purpose, pray about that purpose. I promise, He will give you something.”

One of the ways Brayboy, who is a trained EMT and nurse, uses his life for a “greater good” is through volunteering with Mercy Ships, a non-profit organization that sends “hospital ships filled with volunteer professionals who selflessly provide life-changing surgeries.”

“It’s just a blessing to see how people see a passion or have a call to serve others,” the athlete told The Christian Post. “Just seeing how far these volunteers step out on faith to go serve others and get away from their own life, that was very heartwarming.”

“I found my strength when I could help others who were older than me,” he said of being able to use his medical training to help others. “I felt that was a great calling for me. On the field, you’re trying to dominate your strength or impose your strength on somebody. You actually can turn it and use your strength in taking care of somebody. So that was a great transition for me.”

Brayboy’s journey demonstrates how stepping out in faith and dedicating his unique talents — both on and off the field — can empower anyone to fulfill their God-given purpose of serving others.

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