Imagine getting through your busy day without hands or legs. Picture your life without the ability to walk, care for your basic needs, or even embrace those you love. Meet Nicholas Vujicic (pronounced VOO-yee-cheech). Without any medical explanation or warning, Nick was born in 1982 in Melbourne, Australia, without arms and legs. The early days were difficult. Throughout his childhood, Nick not only dealt with the typical challenges of school and adolescence, but he also struggled with depression and loneliness. Nick constantly wondered why he was different than all the other kids. He questioned the purpose of life, or if he even had a purpose. According to Nick, the victory over his struggles, as well as his strength and passion for life today, can be credited to his faith in God. Since his first speaking engagement at age 19, Nick has traveled around the world sharing his story with millions. Today he has accomplished more than most people achieve in a lifetime. He’s an author, musician, actor, and his hobbies include fishing, painting and swimming. In addition he is the president of the international non-profit ministry, Life Without Limbs, which was established in 2005. Today, Nick is the husband to his beautiful wife Kanae, and proud father of their two baby boys, Kiyoshi and Dejan, Nick says, “If God can use a man without arms and legs to be His hands and feet, then He will certainly use any willing heart!”
