# Dancing Through the Darkness | CrossFlex Youth | Episode 9

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What happens when you choose faith and hope in the middle of your darkest season? In this heartfelt episode of CrossFlex Youth, Takara Fuller-Doby introduces us to Kayla LaManna, a Christian hip-hop choreographer whose powerful testimony demonstrates the life-changing impact of faith, perseverance, and finding your identity in Christ.

Kayla opens up about facing bullying, depression, struggles with self-worth, and the challenges of standing firm in her Christian beliefs. But her story didn’t end in darkness. After surrendering her life to Christ, Kayla discovered a renewed sense of purpose, identity, and hope—and began using her passion for dance to become a light and encouragement to others.

Through her inspiring journey, Kayla shares how God helped her overcome difficult seasons and transform her pain into purpose. Her story is a powerful reminder that our circumstances do not define us and that true identity and worth can be found in Christ.

💃 In this episode, discover:

• Kayla LaManna’s inspiring Christian testimony • How she overcame bullying and struggles with self-worth • The role of faith during difficult and challenging seasons • How surrendering to Christ transformed her life • Finding identity, purpose, and confidence in Christ • Using dance as a way to share faith and inspire others • The importance of perseverance when life feels overwhelming • How Christian hip-hop can communicate a message of hope • Kayla’s unique choreography to “Jesus Is Alive”

Whether you’re a young Christian, dancer, athlete, student, parent, or someone searching for hope and purpose, Kayla’s story will encourage you to keep going, trust God, and remember that your past does not determine your future.

✨ From darkness to purpose. From brokenness to hope. From searching for identity to finding it in Christ.

Watch Dancing Through the Darkness and be inspired by a story of faith, redemption, resilience, and transformation.

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- What it is: Full episode
- Series: [CrossFlex Youth](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/library/rights-holders/series/35cad6ce2c5f)
- Next episode: [Faith and Athletic Dedication | CrossFlex Youth | Episode 10](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/watch/rights-holders/3AX1Pz-kKtQ)
- Length: 29 min
- Shown live: Sat 19 Sep 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Rights holder: [Christian Television Network](http://www.ctnonline.com/) (its site links the channel: https://www.ctnonline.com/)
- Channel: [Christian Television Network](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBrD4MXk-n6bBIUiBQh0z4g)
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- Who can watch here: Adult profiles and older (no rating is recorded on YouTube, so adults only)
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- On YouTube: [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NheZjjOsWYU)

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