The number 9 has always been my favorite number.
It was the jersey number I wore throughout my years of playing baseball and football.
In the Chinese culture, it’s an extremely symbolic number, which I came to further appreciate when I lived in China.
Finally, it was nine years ago today that I broke my neck.
A lot has happened to me over the past nine years. Some bad things, some good things. But I am very grateful that there’s been a lot more good than there has bad.
It’s easy to look back on that fateful day and wonder what might have been. However, what’s not so easy is to gloss over the wonderful experiences I’ve enjoyed since then.
Personal growth, incredible friendships, amazing opportunities.
I thank God every day for my life. For the life I had before my accident. For the life I have now.
He has instilled within me a spirit of resilience as well as a sense of appreciation I might not otherwise have ever discovered. He has allowed me the opportunity to reach others, whether through a conversation or a grant from Getting Back Up, and hopefully pass along something that might one day help someone else when they need it most.
He has brought me through whatever has confronted me and brought me to this very moment. Today. Here, right now.
And it’s exactly where I want to be.
“Lord, by thy favor thou hath made my mountain to stand strong” – Psalm 30:7
Stand Strong!
Scott
Thanks Scott for the wonderful message. You have become a messenger for many people. Stand Strong
We never know what God has in mind for us. You have a mission to be an inspiration to others. Hope to see you soon.
Amen, Scott. That is a beautiful prayer of thanks.
Happy Independence Day!
PS Knowing how you love the warm weather, I am sending you a couple of degrees of excess warmth. We’ve got plenty to go around here (100 ++)!
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY. I have been following you for 9yrs. Was asked by a friend to pray for you when you had your accident. I am drawn to your positivity. I’m sure you have your bad days but I’m glad that your good day are more.
May we continue to pray that God will help us find a cure for this injury.
You are AMAZING!!!!
God Bless You Always! Happy 4th of July!
GBY – Mary
Inspired.
Nice pic Scott. Looking forward to the day when your book is out and I meet you in person 😎
Great to see your smiling face. Hard to believe it’s been nine years. Thanks, as always for continuing to share your journey!
Scott, you continue to be an inspiration to so many and I personally appreciate your words, your faith and your hope! Have a wonderful holiday!
Scott, Thank you for sharing yet another inspiring uplifting post! 👍🏻😘
Scott, Thank you for sharing yet another inspiring uplifting post! 👍🏻😘
Scott! Thinking about you today — which is easy to remember because my first born turns 7. Hoping he grows up with half your faith and strength 💕 sending love.
You are a force never to be reckoned with.
I admire you and all you believe in.
😊
Love your Faith. Beautifully written tribute to our Lord. Hugs and blessings on this difficult day.
Stand Strong my friend. Happy Fourth of July!