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Early last year, along with her mom and two sisters, Gabby returned to Texas and KCM, where she got to meet Kenneth Copeland and share with him the impact the prophetic word he had spoken in 2011 had had on her life. She showed him her copy of the prophecy, pointing out the underlined sections that pertained to her. “It’s one of the few times I’ve seen Gabrielle speechless,” Natalie said, “but she was so honored to be in his presence. We even took pictures of Brother Copeland holding her gold medals.” In June, Gabby began training again with the goal of competing in the 2016 Olympics, which will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Although the busyness of being a high profile athlete has not slowed, Gabby decided she needed to focus on her new dream and has had to turn down many amazing opportunities for now. There are still the occasional guest appearances and other commitments she must honor, but she remains committed to training so she can perform even more difficult routines and skills. Through it all, Gabby remains mindful of the fact that, as a role model, she must continue to reflect the strong values that have kept her grounded on this incredible journey. With more to come, she knows how important it is that she remain steadfast in her faith. “I didn't think it was going to be this wild and crazy,” Gabby said of all the attention her victory has brought. “But I love it. I love being on the platform—not just to meet the celebrities, do the red carpets and make appearances—but to be an inspiration and to encourage others to achieve their dreams is such a beautiful thing! “To realize that I can make an impact on someone else’s life is just a wow moment for me. I remember watching the Olympics and how those girls made a big impact on me. They inspired me. For the tables to be turned and for me to be in these shoes, where I get to inspire people, is such an honor. “But at the end of the day, I’m still the same Gabby.” V *************************************************************************** Commander Kellie’s Corner Welcome, Superkids. I’m so excited to greet you this month in our new forum, called “Commander Kellie’s Corner.” Each month, I will be bringing our Superkid family a word, thought or challenge that is relevant to you. Every article will be something either written to you or inspired by you. Sometimes, we may even give your parents or your pastors an encouragement on how to deal with you! Or maybe I should say, how to help you know who you are in Jesus. Superkid, you are healed: You are whole in your spirit (the real you), soul (your mind, will and emotions) and your body. You are wise (James 1:5); obedient (Ephesians 6:1); full of love (1 John 4:11-17); with no fear (1 John 4:18). You are perfectly pleasing to the Father (Ephesians 1:4-5), and Jesus is working in you now to produce two important Superkid, Superhero qualities. Philippians 2:13 ("New Living Translation") says, “For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.” What an awesome word for you, Superkid! What else could you need to be able to do what He wants you to do, or be what He wants you to be? With those two super jets, desire and power, you can do all things through Christ which strengthens you! At Superkid Academy, we live by a Creed—a set of decisions we’ve made about our lives based on the Word of God. Neither God’s Word nor the Creed was written to make us feel guilty or feel that we can’t do it. That’s the devil’s way of thinking. Just think about it: Satan wants to convince you that you are going to fail if you live by God’s Word and the Creed. Good news, Superkid: You are not a failure! Remember Philippians 2? God is working in you the desire and power! Does God fail? NO! He’s working in you! So you can live your life by His Word and by the Superkid Creed! So what is our part? Just to decide to live His way. By repeating the Creed, we are putting those decisions in our hearts just like we put the Word of God in our hearts. Superkid, I want to challenge you today. All this month read the scriptures I’ve given you about yourself. Pick one and read it, maybe as a family—every day! You’ll begin to really know who you are in Christ Jesus. When trouble tries to come, that bold, brave Superkid spirit will rise up and know exactly how to win! I’ve seen so many Superkids do this very thing! I want to give you something else, in case you don’t have it…The Superkid Creed. Go to superkidacademy.com and download your very own copy. Keep it before you. Read it and say it every day. Never forget, Superkid, this is who you are, not who you are trying to be! You’ve got those Superkid jet packs (desire and power) working now! God is extraordinary, and so are you! Until next month…STAY TUNED! V superkidacademy.com About: Kellie Copeland Swisher is an outreach minister at Kenneth Copeland Ministries and developer of the Superkid Academy curriculum. Through her ministry and as “Commander Kellie,” she fulfills the mission of drawing people of all ages into a personal, growing and powerful relationship with Jesus Christ. BVOV : 17