Comments and Letters
Joshua constantly received enthusiastic responses to his seminars, speaking, writings, and other outreaches. Here are just a few of them:
From Readers and Listeners:
"Hi Joshua, I just finished reading the very inspirational story of your life, and realize how courageous and strong you are. Thank you for sharing this with everyone."
"Joshua you have a truly remarkable testimony. God has granted you a special gift. Your reference to your "small-size" is only material on earth. In heaven you are a giant. God Bless you."
"I was reading your story to my son Abraham and before I could get the next line out he said "boy that is one long week". I guess great minds think alike, huh? He said "wow he beat my kind of cancer a long time ago". Thank you again for joining us. You give us so much more than hope you show us that yes our children do have a great chance at leading full productive lives and to me that is worth more that gold."
"What a wonderful inspiring story. Thank you for sharing your story with us, sometimes during this battle we can loose hope and hearing about a survivor who has beat such odds is so refreshing. I read your story about your life and your survival. It is very inspiring."
"As I sat here tonight hearing your testimony, I couldn't help but rejoice that we have a wonderful, loving God who fulfills His every promise to us. I appreciate your testimony, your joy, and the grace that exudes from your soul."
"Many of us live our entire lives without anything remotely comparable to your challenges, and we turn our focus inward and cry out, "woe is me!" At such a young, impressionable age, you matured far beyond your years ... but even so, you found the comfort and solice of God's loving arms. You, Joshua, have lived so that God's purpose for your life may be fulfilled. You have taken the adversities and turned them into beautiful expressions of faith."
"Joshua, what a wonderful inspiring story. Thank you for sharing your story with us. Sometimes during this battle we can loose hope, and hearing about a survivor who has beat such odds is so refreshing."
"WOW! What an inspiration you are, and what an example of Gods Love. I've read a lot of inspirational stories. I'm 100% disable. In less than one minute, my life changed forever. This is the most inspiring story, I have ever read, in all my 48 years. Thanks for your inspiration and encouragement."
"Our 12-year old son is currently in the battle for his life against the Rhabdo monster. The other night when he was in the depths of a chemotherapy low, he faintly said "well Dad, I'm sure learning alot". He prays now whereas he didn't before. I took the leap of faith and became a Christian on the morning of his surgery to remove his kidney and the adjacent nodes. My faith has allowed me to know he'll win his battle. Thanks for sharing your story. I feel that many blessings have and will continue to come from this tragedy."
"It is wonderful that you are here (literally). You have survived the odds and proved the medical professionals wrong!!! Way To Go!!! Thank you again for joining us. You give us so much more than hope. You show us that yes our children do have a great chance at leading full productive lives and to me that is worth more that gold."
"Thank you for sharing your story! You have given me a lot of hope for my son's future."
"Miracles always happen. You were given the gift of life and hope. Your scars represent a battle you have won, as a soldier returning from a war. Wear them with pride. May God continually bless you. You are now helping others. It matters not what size your body is, only the size of your heart."
"What an incredible story! My 16 year old daughter is 5 months off treatment for rhabdo and we too consider it a miracle. I can't say I know what you went through because I don't but I have a better idea than most. God Bless You!"
From A Friend:
"Joshua has been an inspiration to me in both his words and his actions. Through his writings and seminars, and knowing him personally I have learned the importance of believing in the simple lessons of life and having faith. His messages have given me a lighter, happier spirit a blessing that I will always carry with me."
From A Friend:
"Joshua has been a speaker at some of my ministry events with troubled youth and his message is powerful. His ability to connect with troubled youth from some of the most difficult situations as well as his ability to communicate with the professional person are tremendous assets. I highly recommend Joshua as a speaker."
From a Former Employer:
"I began working with Joshua in '97 or '98 when I hired him as a web developer for ISSI, a software development company in Knoxville, TN. I hired him primarily for his experience but I could tell immediately that he had a very positive attitude and a determined work ethic. Joshua realized that work is not just a place to do a job, but it is also a place where a group of people are more or less forced to spend a lot of time together. He did everything he could to make the job more fun and if possible, to bring a smile to anyone he encountered during the course of the day. Joshua always understood that clients and coworkers are first of all people with the same problems and needs that everyone else has."
From a Former Co-Worker:
"The physical difficulties that were placed in Joshua's life have definitely been used to God's glory. He doesn't see them as obstacles, but rather as tools for sharing his faith. His story has impacted people around the world. Josh realized a long time ago that he wasn't put here on earth for Josh's benefit, but for God's. That's why we're all here – just very few people realize it and do something about it."
From a Former Co-Worker:
"What can I say about Joshua other than he's an exceptional human being. When we worked for the same company, he came to our office to speak about his personal obstacles and how he overcame them with the help of his faith. He truly is one of the kindest people I know and if you ever get the chance to hear him speak, you'll discover that his inspirational story will make you believe that all things are possible!"
From a Former Co-Worker:
"I have known Joshua for the last 12 years. We were coworkers at a company in Atlanta, Georgia. Joshua was known though out the office as a positive and encouraging spirit. Whenever anyone asked Joshua how he was doing his answer was ALWAYS "Fantastic"! Joshua was the office spiritual leader and supporter whenever anyone faced personal difficulties or just needed encouragement in the daily walk of life. He takes a personal interest in his coworkers and treats them as more then coworkers but true friends. Anyone who gets to know Joshua immediately can see beyond his physical difficulties, his faith in God and joy for life are always beaming. He truly is someone who has overcome life's obstacles; seeing them as a benefit and blessing from God. Joshua has used his story to touch people around the world. His encouraging spirit touches my life daily."
