I was born and raised in Norman Park, Georgia, population 891. Today, I reside in Southern California with Brenda, my wife of 36 years and counting. We are the proud and blessed parents of four aspiring young adult children.   
    Although I came from humble beginnings, I still found success before and after some devastating losses. In less than a year, I lost three brothers and a nephew in two separate car accidents. Just a few months later, my wife and I lost our three-month-old daughter Bree, who tragically passed from pulmonary hypertension. These deaths sent me on an unforgettable journey of discovery. Yet, through all the pain, God never lost sight of or let go of His plans for me. Albeit, I could have forfeited all that God had in store for me through disobedience.      
    I hope my story will help fathers step into their roles of protecting, providing, and preparing their sons for the days they will have to stand up and lead their own families.             
    I gained notoriety early as an athlete. Over eight major league seasons, I pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Seattle Mariners, and the Milwaukee Brewers. My professional career has also taken me to play internationally in Japan, Colombia, Venezuela, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Amongst my other crowning achievements, I am honored to have a U.S. street named after me, Dennis Powell Lane, and a spot in the Colquitt County Sports Hall of Fame. In addition, I hold a bachelor’s degree in biblical studies earned while facilitating in the International School of Ministry at Abundant Living Family Church.