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