Honoring God Doesn’t Guarantee Wins, But Win or Lose, God Is Worthy of Praise” – C.J. Stroud
Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud lives out his Christian faith boldly both on and off the field. He consistently explains after playoff games that praising God remains constant regardless of the scoreboard.
Reporters pressed Stroud on whether the team’s faith directly fuels their victories. He clarified in full that honoring God does not guarantee wins. God equipped them with talent, so win or lose, He deserves all praise and glory.
Even after the Texans’ 28-16 divisional playoff loss to the Patriots on January 18, Stroud gave credit to Christ first. He declared, “I want to give God the glory—my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Without Him, I am nothing.”
Stroud emerged as a rookie sensation who led the Texans deep into playoffs despite steep odds, beating the Steelers in Wild Card before the defeat. His postgame ritual always prioritizes giving glory to God through every high and low.
