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Does it really need a name?
Ok- so you came to Melbourne Florida and spoke at Calvary Chapel. I went, as we all went, to hear you. Not knowing what to expect---let me back step for a minute though(rewind)
Ok --I own an internet animal supply house that ships all over the world. I have been fighting with one in particular client from Australia. She has taken me for over $150,000.00 worth of product and filed bankruptcey. I will never see that $$$$$.
So fast forward to your visit......I sit down and am ready to be inspired---- You open your mouth and what else, your from australia. For a moment I didnt want to sit there. I have an internal hatred for Austrlians right now and am mad at God. So why am I sitting in my church, being preached to by an Australian? You said it your self as you passed back and forth in front of me........ I will take out of it what I want to take out of it. I needed to be there , at that moment, listening to your story. I needed to be told by an Australian that I was ok. That God is still with me through everything I face. I am allowed to be angry. I am allowed to be hurt, but I am not allowed to hold hatred in my heart for what I am facing. I am being tested. I have never creid so hard at anything i had "heard" before. I must say you spoke to me. As a beacon of God, you did what you were there to do. You reached me. And thank you. I forgave that client that night. Have not spoken to her and expect not to see anything from them, but I have forgiven them and myself. I have come to peace with it and had to listen to you --to do so. You have given me a peace I didnt have for almost a year over this situation. Thank you for doing what you do for through you , God is working Miracles. The one part that hit me the hardest was when you said that we could be someone elses saving grace. We could be going through what we are facing for someone elses sake. I am still in wonder about what my purpose for this past years event was, but am eager to see what comes of it. I am in hopes I do get to see who I went through this for, whether its me or someone near to me. If it happened to me so those people (my internatinal clients) have come to God then I wish I could know that and continue to pray for vision over it. You are an insrpiriation.
(by: Michelle)
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The power of God's love
Last night, Nick spoke at my church, Central Christian Church of Mesa. I had invited my children to come, praying all the while that God would speak to their hearts. It was the first time in 12 yrs that we had all been together in church. Our eldest child is desperately fighting alcoholism, our second son joined the Mormon church 8 yrs ago, and believes now that it is the only way to heaven and our daughter, 22, knows Jesus but doesn't have a personal walk with Him. I believe "partying" is her way to battle loneliness.
All 3 made decisions for Christ at one time in their lives, but my husband and I lived with the guilt that our unsteady walk with God and struggles with addiction and weakness through their childhood, caused doubt in their hearts about the power and love of God.
At first, as I was listening to Nick last night, I was praying for them, but the way he spoke of God's love was so intense and hit me so deeply that I realized it was me who needed healing as much as they did. I struggled not to openly sob as the sweetness of God's love washed over me. This is not a word I normally use, but that is the best description I can think of. Actually words fail to come close. It was an awareness that I had not recognized in so many years, that God's love is so precious and real and just like we have the need to hear from each other that we are loved, we need to hear from God as well. I often tell others how much God loves them, but lately down deep had stopped believing that He could love me. I am such a failure, at parenting, witnessing, living for Him.
Last night as you spoke Nick, it was so quiet you could hear people breathing, the words God gave you were so powerful, they were almost visible. I am so sincerely grateful to have heard the words I desperately needed to hear. That I am loved. Don't stop telling people this Nick, it was like salve for my many self inflicted wounds.
My children did not go forward with the hundreds who did, but they heard words of Life and they were moved. I believe God spoke love into their hearts last night, and in His time, they will openly receive it again.
God bless you dear brother. You are making a difference!
(by: Sherry)
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experiencing God's favor
My life is also a living testimony of God's grace and power. God has used my life to demonstrate His power over death and sickness. In february 2005 I was hospitalized for 7 months, totally paralyzed from neck down, i was'nt able to move even a finger because i fractured my cervical spines 1 & 2 & it's a life threatening case, a case similar to that of Christopher Reeve(superman)until now, I still do not know the root cause of the fracture, perhaps all of these three diagnosis(I was diagnosed to have osteoporosis, and a giant cell tumor has developed on my cervical spines 1 & 2, and i also have a tuberculosis of the spine, all at the same time, the doctor's were already confused which they should have to treat first). Almost all the systems of my body weren't functioning anymore, my urinary and excretory systems but the most affected was my respiratory system that I cannot breath on my own, i was on a mechanical ventilator for 3 months. It was very depressing, I was deprived of so many things that time.I couldn't see anything but the ceiling and the 4 corners of the room 24/7, I know nothing about the outside world anymore because I was confined inside the acute room of a hospital. I was really depressed,angry and discouraged with my situation that time, my friends were already professionals and they were already able to acquire jobs, while me...bed-ridden and paralyzed.I was so discouraged that time but my Christian friends and my family kept on encouraging me. It was really tough. My doctors have already declared that my case were already hopeless and that it won't take long and I shall die, and if not, I would already be forever paralyzed. My family does'nt know what to do anymore, they really feel sorry for me, but they can't do anything about the situation. But that drew them and myself more closer to God, because I am the only Christian in our family, i was thankful that it happened because my family has seen the greatness and goodness of God. Until 1 day, March 8, 2005, to be exact, I already said goodbye, my phlegm has blocked the passage of air to my lungs that I was'nt able to breath. I've seen myself (or I should say my spirit) traveling in another dimension, I could see total darkness while i was travelling but I was singing satisfaction, that was the first time i ever heard and sang that song (i can't remember the lyrics anymore) and from afar there was light, a very bright light that I can't look directly to it, I have to cover my eyes, and I was travelling towards that light. When I almost reached that light, I suddenly went back, and while I was travelling back, I am already praying. When I opened my eyes, I saw my doctors and nurses around monitoring me. The doctors were'nt anymore shocked that I experienced that, in fact they were already expecting that anytime i shall die, but God showed his power over death and sickness. That with Him nothing is impossible, no matter how tough or impossible the situation is, He is in full control of everything. After a few months, i started to recover, little by little I was able to move the different parts of my body, I was removed from the mechanical ventilator, and after 7 months of hospitalization, I was already able to walk, though at first with the aid of a cane, but now i was totally recovered. The doctors were surprised and amazed when they see me recovering and they were so blessed with my life. And its true that in John 9,as Jesus have said that the reason the man was born blind was "so that the works of God may be revealed through Him." And that is the very reason why I've been through that situation, my family, friends, acquaintances and my doctors have seen the glory of God. Although my neck has already shortened, and I cannot turn my head anymore, because a medical wire was implanted to fuse my cervical spines 1 & 2 (i had undergone a major surgical operation), and I also lost an inch from my height, but I was still thankful for what i've been through. I became a fighter,and now much stronger, enthusiastic, and most importantly,I experienced God's moving and favor in my life.Currently, I am undergoing a leadership training in our church, and I wanna be used more by God for His glory and purpose, the very reason why He has given me second life.
(by: Joy)
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Just, wow.
Hi, I'm Jessica :) I'm 15 years old, and I'm a freshman in highschool. I really wasn't sure where I could tell you lifewithoutlimbs staff, especially Nick, but I just wanted to say wow. Nick, you seem to me, truly amazing for what you do, and how you reach out to people. You have such strength, and compassion, it shows.
(by: Jessica)
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Abilities in Christ
Nick,
Today I wrote John 9:3 in a card for a fellow co-worker to encourage her and speak God's purpose for her daughter who was born with cystic fibrosis. This evening I just received the email about praying for the 20/20 show tomorrow and sent it to as many friends and family as I could.
I have taught kindergarten for 4 years, and have had several students with disabilities. I LOVE them and delight in how the other students are forming relationships with them within our classroom. Your story gives God all the glory for your sufferings.
My sister has cerebral palsy, so my heart is connected to those with disabilities. She works with company that trains and encourages others with disabilities to speak up for their rights and voice their dreams. She travels all over Illinois leading workshops and even is part of a committee to proprose an educational bill to mandate Illinois schools to teach disability awareness.
My heart is also very connected with spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, as He as chosen and appointed me to go and bear fruit that will last from remaining in Him and having His Word remain in me (John 15). Jeremiah 29:13 is my life verse---I have to seek and find the Lord with all my heart. My purpose and passion comes from God's unchanging, unshakable love for me (Isaiah 54:10) Jesus' passionate love for me (Song of Songs 4:9), and the Holy Spirit's leading and guidance (John 14 & 16). I am VERY encouraged by your ministry and pray that you will continue to work and press on in His strength!!!
Col 1:29 To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me.
Jesus IS returning as a Warrior Bridegroom King that will bring justice and righteousness (Psalm 34).
Love in Christ,
Lisa Walker,
Champaign, IL
loudlaugher7@yahoo.com
(by: Lisa)
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My Story-and how God's in it!!
My Story
My story is…complicated. But I’ll explain it anyways. When I was young, I had big dreams. I was innocent, and sometimes the world had its toll on me. I have played the violin for almost 8 years, and sometimes I feel like all those years have been wasted. Having friends was cliché, I’d get one friend, and stick with them for as long as I could. I really wanted to live for the Lord, but I couldn’t figure out what would suffice in my little life. Then came one friend that has really changed my life, and her name is Christi. She has had many problems with moving away from her past friends, making her parents understand her, and not feeling like an outsider all the time. In the beginning of this school year I became close with her. Then I noticed something, and it wasn’t right at all. She was becoming suicidal. I tried everything to help her, but all of my efforts seemed stupid and helpless. I felt like I couldn’t do anything about her hurt. I hate that feeling. When you can’t do anything to help her stop hurting and be happy was the worst of all. I felt helpless, like all was lost, and she really, truly, wouldn’t be able to see that God could give her true happiness through it all. Then when Nick came to my school for Spiritual Renewal Day (Northland Christian School), and spoke the perfect story for her, I think she started to let go some of that sadness and pain. He really did show God’s comforting spirit and happiness through Nick. I feel frustrated and selfish that I wasn’t the one to do it for her, but my gladness overcomes it.
Thanks Nick/God,
Samantha P.
(by: Samantha)
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Be an Audience Studio Guest!
Calling all Texans! - You're invited to be in the studio audience for the appearance of Nick Vujicic on the LIFE Today show with James Robison. (March 17, 2010)
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Are your dreams fake, dead or alive?
I recently bought a plant for my living room. I knew it was real, but some of my friends thought it was fake. We forgot to water it for a month and it was still green. One friend... (March 1, 2010)
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Nick in Japan!
Nick to speak in Japan for the first time on March 2, 2010! (February 24, 2010)
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