Former Liverpool star Roberto Firmino seems to have found a spiritual path to tread, and is "flabbergasted" to have learned about his new journey.
The Brazilian attacker is currently plying his trade at Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli alongside recognisable names Riyad Mahrez and Allan Saint-Maximin.
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Apart from making his mark on his new surroundings with nine goals and seven assists in 34 matches in his debut season, the forward has been on the receiving end of another type of impact – a religious one.
According to the player, he and his wife Lari had an encounter with Jesus Christ which led him to becoming a pastor.
This came after he and his wife founded a church in Maceio, Brazil in 2020, the same year in which the couple converted and were baptized.
The former Anfield regular took to social media to celebrate the church's anniversary, and shared the inspiration behind its establishment.
"It's all about his power since in us there is no merit. It has never been our goal to open a church or hold a ministry office, God knows that very well," Firmino wrote.
"Since our encounter with Christ, a longing burns in our hearts.
"Let people know this love that has reached us. Now we have another craving and responsibility... Be Pastors after God's heart and who cooperate with the Kingdom.
"Today we are totally flabbergasted when we see the size of God's mercy upon us. He really picks the unlikely! Thank You Jesus."
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