We may not be able to control everything that happens to us but we do have a choice in regards to how we react. Nick Vujicic, a Christian communicator who has significant insight on the challenges of disability, shares the following words about facing hardships in your life. No written description will be as effective as watching the following video. Nick’s visual presence is a powerful reminder of God’s sustainment in the midst of our struggles.
When you don’t know who you are says Vijicic, you will believe what the world says that you are. What you will believe when the world says such things as:
“You’re ugly”
“You’re alone”
“You’re not going to be able to do this”
“You’re parents don’t even understand you”
Though these statements and many more can be nearby, there is a greater truth to behold. God is your heavenly Father and He loves you and has plan for you. He knows and He cares about the desires of your heart.
Vujicic, who has no arms and legs, offers this poignant challenge from his own life. He asks rhetorically, “What would I rather have? Arms and Legs or..
peace in my soul?
purpose for your life?
eternal life and the knowledge of the truth?
What about you? Physically, you may have all the parts of your body but are there things that you are choosing over the righteousness and beauty of Jesus. Watch the whole video and prepare to be challenged.