Summary
I Am Second is a US multimedia movement and not-for-profit organization that is designed to inspire people to "put Jesus Christ first"[1] in their lives.[2] It was founded in 2008 by Norm Miller, the CEO and Chairman of the Interstate Battery System of America, in partnership with a group of individuals from e3 Partners Ministry,[3] an evangelical group.[4]
 An image of the I Am Second platform | |
| Founded | December 2, 2008 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Norm Miller |
| Type | Religious |
| Location |
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Area served | Global |
Key people | Norm Miller - Founder Casey See - President Lance Villio - Vice President John Humphrey - Director of Communications Buddy Vaughn - Media Buying, DX Media[citation needed] |
| Website | iamsecond |
History edit
I Am Second was founded on December 2, 2008,[5] in collaboration with a small team from e3 Partners Ministry with whom Miller had previously worked.[3] Started as an outreach organization for those individuals living in the Dallas–Fort Worth area,.[3]
Videos edit
I Am Second's website advertises ways in which an individual can become involved with the movement.[1] In particular, the website shows video testimonies from individuals who have been transformed by their faith, such finding the power to overcome various struggles. Each video testimony is intended to correspond with a subject area or common struggle that people may experience throughout their lives.[citation needed] In 2011 Bethany Hamilton, who lost her left arm in a shark attack at the age of 13, recorded a testimony for the project describing how relying on her faith helped her through the experience.[6] Other stars who have recorded videos for I am Second include former Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton, Grammy award winner Michael W. Smith, former Dallas Cowboys linebacker Bradie James and Korn guitarist Brian Welch.[6]
Groups edit
In order to strengthen connection to others involved in the movement and in their Christian faith, I Am Second groups have been established by the organization.[7] These groups are centered on discussions wherein people share and discuss daily struggles and issues of life in a Christian context. One of the main goals of these groups are to introduce the idea of people restructuring their life in a way in which they put God first and themselves second. Furthermore, I Am Second groups function in order to help members explore and discover their own personal purpose in life, as well as unite people who are on similar spiritual journeys.[citation needed]
References edit
- ^ a b Riley, Jennifer (September 18, 2009). "'I Am Second' Movement Puts Christ First". The Christian Post. Retrieved July 14, 2011.
- ^ "Norm Miller: I Am Second". CBN.com. The Christian Broadcasting Network. 25 April 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2017.
- ^ a b c "I Am Second - Who We Are". iamsecond.com. Retrieved July 19, 2011.
- ^ "About e3 – e3 PARTNERS".
- ^ "I Am Second Celebrates Second Birthday with Evening of Inspirational Stories of Changed Lives". iamsecond.com. Retrieved July 17, 2011.
- ^ a b "One-Armed Surfing Star Bethany Hamilton on Trusting God". www.christianpost.com. 23 March 2011. Retrieved 2020-05-19.
- ^ "I Am Second". iamsecond.com. Retrieved 18 July 2011.
External links edit
- Official website