Raised by a single father in Peru during a period of terrorism, economic hardship, and uncertainty, Ronnie experienced difficult circumstances from a young age. Yet even as a teenager who was drinking, fighting, and surrounded by friends involved with drugs, he can now look back and see God's hand preserving him. One unforgettable moment, when he and his brother were waiting for their father to earn enough money for food, left a lasting impression of God's provision: two warm rotisserie chickens mysteriously appeared beside them at a bus stop.

After moving to the United States, Ronnie unexpectedly found himself recruited to play college football, eventually becoming a starter and receiving opportunities that could have led to a professional career. But a devastating boating accident just before his senior season ended his football career an ...