07/16/2026
Today is my birthday, and rather than making this day about me, I want to dedicate it to the One who gave me lifeโฆ.my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Every breath I take, every blessing I have received, every lesson I have learned, and every opportunity to serve has come by His grace. I am truly grateful that He has allowed me another year to grow in wisdom, to love others, and to fulfill the purpose He has placed on my life.
I also want to say thank you to my incredible F.I.T. Martial Arts family. To every student, parent, instructor, coach, black belt, volunteer, and supporter, you have made this journey so meaningful. Watching students grow in confidence, discipline, respect, perseverance, leadership, and faith has been one of the greatest privileges of my life.
Martial arts has never been just about kicks and punches for me. It has always been about transforming lives, building character, strengthening families, and pointing people toward principles that help them succeed in every area of life.
If you have ever walked through our doors, trained with us, encouraged us, prayed for us, or supported our mission, thank you. You are part of our family, and I am honored to serve you.
My prayer for this next year is not for greater recognition or personal success, but for greater wisdom, greater humility, and greater usefulness in God's Kingdom. I pray that He continues to use F.I.T. Martial Arts as a place where lives are changed, families are strengthened, and people discover the potential God has placed within them.
Thank you all for being such an important part of this journey.
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights..." โ James 1:17 (KJV)
To God be all the glory!
- Master Ray