

More than that, NASCAR’s display of faith has yet to waiver in a society where legislators fight to keep prayer out of public schools, and talking openly about Christianity is frowned upon in mixed company. It’s not uncommon to see drivers praying on pit road before a race or to hear them count His blessing after a solid, safe run. The sport was founded on faith and God evident by its pre-race invocations and the welcoming of Motor Racing Outreach in the late 1980s.

The cross has been there since the beginning and so has a strong spiritual presence in NASCAR. While we might not have the resources to accomplish the ministry outreaches that are done at the superstar level, our hearts, dreams, and focus on our racing community in which we have the honor and call to serve, are just as vibrant.īob Butcher Please take a few moments to enjoy this article from January 6, 2011: Christian faith still a large part of NASCAR lifestyle. While the article speaks of the famous NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and Nationwide Series the core and important focus is the same as Kathy’s and mine in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series. Following is an article the official NASCAR website carried. (Lamentations 3: 22-23) Race day or not He never changes! NASCAR has a rich history with Christianity and MRO is at the center of this today. They are new every morning Great is Your faithfulness. It may be a NASCAR race day, however, we know the Lord has a plan for such a time as this because we know the LORD’S loving kindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail.
