NFL star Juwan Johnson, tight end for the New Orleans Saints, recently captured the hearts of social media users with a powerful act of faith following the birth of his baby girl. After his wife, Chan, gave birth, Johnson responded by reading Scripture over his wife and newborn daughter, a moment that has since ignited praise for his godly leadership.
In an Instagram video shared by Chan, Johnson is seen standing over her hospital bed with a Bible in hand, reading from Proverbs 31:28-30—a passage that honors the virtue of a woman who fears the Lord.
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“Her husband also praises her,” Johnson read aloud. “Many women do noble deeds, but you surpass them all. Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord will be praised. Give her the reward of her labor.”
The touching moment of Johnson speaking these words over his wife and newborn sparked a wave of admiration. The video quickly garnered positive reactions, with many praising the couple’s faith-filled example. Johnson, in a comment on the post, shared the motivation behind this beautiful gesture.
“This is how I wanna lead my girls,” Johnson wrote, emphasizing his desire to guide his family in faith.
The heartfelt moment didn’t go unnoticed by the public, as social media users celebrated the couple’s Christ-centered approach to life and parenthood. “What a godly husband and daddy!” one commenter wrote, expressing admiration for Johnson’s spiritual leadership. Another added, “THIS is what makes y’all a power couple! Not the money y’all make or the fame, BUT THIS RIGHT HERE! Always giving it all to God!”
Johnson’s faith is not a recent development. His Instagram bio boldly states, “Salvation > circumstances,” a phrase that encapsulates his deep trust in God, no matter the challenges life brings. In a recent interview on The Sports Spectrum Podcast, Johnson shared the reasoning behind this declaration.
“We’re always looking and asking God for something, like, ‘Oh, you’re not doing this for me, not doing that for me,'” Johnson explained. “But Jesus said, ‘Can you pass this cup from me, but God, your will be done.’ It’s more so about seeking His face, knowing that salvation is greater than my circumstances.”
For Johnson, his public display of faith is more than just a moment—it’s a way of life. As he leads his family, he demonstrates the kind of spiritual leadership that has inspired many and serves as a reminder of the importance of placing God at the center of all things.
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