"God often chooses those who had been the greatest sinners to receive His greatest grace, because this can reveal His goodness more dramatically." -Brother Lawrence
due to drugs i have developed a mental illness and sometimes feel damned and far from God. but this story gives me courage in my ealk with Christ. god bless
+Juliana Adams apologies, its just the truth of what i've gone through. but as i said I have alot of faith in the Lord's good work and that it had to happen for Him to find me.
As soon as he said that "God has a plan for your life," something rose up in me and I started laughing and crying, goosebumps all over. What a blessing!
What a powerful testimony, so blessed that God delivered him. I listen to Pastor Raul all the time. Ryan looks like a spitting image of his father. Praise the Lord.
Dude, when I gave my life to Jesus I heard the EXACT SAME SONG... That is the song that came to my mind, heart and soul right away!! THIS IS SUCH CONFIRMATION FOR ME... THANK YOU.
All i could think of was my son who was a dealer, user, addicted since he was 18 & seeing him so thin, eyes black, come home after being beat up 4 years ago wondering what i could do. i had been praying for him & in 2008 the Lord told me he was going to be alright. i did not see this until 3 years ago when he moved to Florida & through a conversation with his uncle he ended up in rehab. He has been clean and sober, got married in November, & ministers & sponsors those in the detox center when he lives in Ocala. God is so Good!! God bless you and keep living for the Lord. He has great plans for you brother!!
After listening to Ryan I don't understand how any one can put anything before God in there walk of life. I was 17 yrs old when I ask Christ to come into my life. The best decision I ever made. GOD is my holy father &director of my daily walk. I am now 70 yrs old &still have God as my personal director. Without him I cannot accomplish anything. Praise him every moment I am awake. So take that step of faith that I did when I was 17yrs. Just trust & obey there is no other way! :-) :-) :-) love Sue
"Just trust and obey." That's how I don't follow. I don't wanna believe in something just because someone tells me to. Not everyone is as gullible as Christians. I'm not going to change my lifestyle and force myself to believe in some contradictory religion because someone else has some "experience with god" (or maybe a voice in their head?). I have gone to many religious camps and done a lot to do with Christians, because of my girlfriend. I have asked "God" to show himself and prove to me that he is real, and it's never happened. And I'm not an Atheist, because I don't know what believe. I'm Agnostic and believe that there could be a god, but Christianity is definitely not the answer. And if you question why Christianity isn't the answer, then you obviously haven't analyzed your religion and questioned it enough.. Or you're just another gullible person hoping that there's more to life.
Brendon Miller No one is trying to force you into anything, and I'm sorry you feel that way. But to many of us, trusting and obeying is like a rock. In order to embrace religion, you need to be able to do this, it's necessary to have faith. God may never make himself apparent that easily, but if you believe, and have faith, He's there. I just met you, and I'm not the type who would usually post comments like this, but I wish you good luck in life, with whatever you choose to do! :D
I wouldn't lump all Christians together, because some people do just believe whatever is taught to then blindly, but other people do really wrestle through things and try to understand as much as they can. For me personally, I used to feel a lot like you did, I used to ask God for an experience, and felt like he didn't care about me because I didn't have this transcendent experience right away. I did eventually have what I believe was an encounter with God, but that happened after I spent a good amount of time praying, reading the bible, and actually looking for God in my life. To some people, God shows up in a huge mind blowing way, but every person's walk is different. But even rhough all of us have different stories, how we as Christians know God is real is because He satisfies in a way that nothing else has ever been able to. I used to seek for meaning in my looks, abilities, grades, and was plagued by self hatred, insecurity, jealousy, all that stuff, but God changed all that. We believe in God because not only has he revealed himself in all creation, but he makes a tangible and real difference when everything else fails. Peace :)
heartwideopen357 Ya it true what you say i just wanted to add because i when i was about nineteen or twenty i went through a pretty dry period in my life felt like i didnt feel God and i was doubting big time, but i still kept praying and doing research in the bible and research by historians and things like that, and it only strengthen my faith. so i though logicaly i believe that Jesus is true and that his words are true. So i came to the belief that he is the messiah. and i would have times where i would feel close to God and but i would still feel like something is missing, anyways i had a chance to go to France with some Christians from my University to go to this christian festival, and it was really cheap so i thought ill go it will be a good way to see france ( i wasnt even focusing on the whole christian festival) but when i got there i felt so close to God like ive never had before and i kept getting a word from God that said if you keep my commands i will establish you ,and i am making a covenant with you, and while i was in the midst of about two thousand christians singing at the praise concert there, one of singers said to the crowd ask God of anything, I asked at that moment for God's holy spirit and right after i made that prayer, the speaker said they will have a time were people can give their lives to Jesus and they will pray for the Holy spirit to come down on them, and i knew this is what God brought me all the way to France for. At that time i fellt so much love from God and i could see that he doesnt condem us at all. At every moment he just wants to bring us closer to him. To make a long story short, there are plenty of times where we feel God is close or we feel alone but God taught me that he is not just a feeling and that he is always there, but also to expect with God amazing things and amazing moments
Brendon Miller yo Brendon you ask God to show himself to you but you say at the same time Christianity is definitely not the answer isnt that contradictory If you dont know why are so closed off. don't you know there are people who get Phds in studying the bible (theres alot of information in the bible and alot of history and information surrounding the bible if you think something is contradicting it might be because you are not understanding the text, the time period and the circumstances. Or the point of the book in the bible. I know people who are always doing this test thing with God. They say if you are there prove it. Do you think thats how long lasting relationships work. When you first met your girlfriend did you say to her, prove to me now that you love me, or i just wont go any further with you. didnt you try to first get to know her, which shows effort and that you want the relationship. Dont get me wrong God always wants the relationship with you but we got to want it as well and to seek and thats were Jesus said you will find.
This makes me proud. I don't know you but you know my brother Gary Beach. We all have a past and when I watched your video it just filled me with joy for you, your family and friends. GOD BLESS US ALL.
its raw and real and ugly and awe-inspiring. Mr Ries reminds me so much of Peter and Paul. They told the story of their lives in the bible the same way. They completely revealed ALL the parts of their hearts, and because of that so many have come to know who God truly was and is because they too proclaimed of the change in their hearts. I watched, I cried, and I rejoiced. Thank you so much for sharing. Beautiful.
Ryan, you are changing lives man!! I read head's book at a point in my life where I needed to make some serious changes. That lead me to you and the whosoevers. You all and your stories have changed me from the inside out. There has been a hole in my life and I just needed people that I could relate with to help me fill it with love and compassion. Thanks Bro.
A big thanks to Ryan, and I AM SECOND!!! I work with inner city at-risk youth who are incarcerated and these videos are so powerful. It is such a blessing to have access to them.
+Chris LeMaster God bless you. Infecting our youth with the Holy Spirit is the most proactive approach to spreading the gospel. Please keep it up. I'm always impressed by ppl like you!
I was rejoicing and praising God from the very beggining i watched this testimony until it end. You are Good God! You are beautiful beyond descriptions!
That was an amazing testimony Ryan. Only God can fight those battles for us. I will do my best to keep you in my prayers. God is so great and merciful. Be patient, He will continue to reveal His plan for your for your life. I know that what he wants for you is way more amazing than anything you could possibly want for yourself. Be blessed.
I love these videos because EVERYONE is worthy of God's love. But Ryan I gotta say, I TOTALLY LOVE LOVE LOVE your realness. And the struggle is real, and I can see the fight in you. To air is human, hence God sacrificing His only son so we can ALL have second chances. Ryan may peace, love, light and happiness surround you ALWAYS. My prayers are with you. Amen!
That’s what I was thinking when I found out who his father is lol I was like, his father is not JUST a Christian, his father preaches infront of thousands and thousands of people and his testimony is crazy, God turned his life around, I can go on lol, but all this obviously is because the Lords Grace 🙏🏼
This is SUCH an incredible testimony. Watching it twice now... i know we can all relate, even if in a small way. May His relentless and pursuing love keep you strong till the end. bliss of the lord! :)
I've watched this video so many times. I see it for the first time when I was 16, and it really moved me. And I've watched it so many times since. I used to be so stuck, and struggling with so many different habits and issues and wanting to kill myself all the time. But now I am 22 years old and God has completely gotten ahold of me and changed my heart and given me a LOVE for Him. Now I have hope in my life and i dont live in fear like I used to. God is so good. Once I started really seeking Him and being willing to let go of my sin, God gave me nee life.
I been listening to rayan ris show I love it I make sure I catch it every Saturday night keep up the awesome work God is using u mightily godbless you bro
The fact that you are seeking is the sign. It is not "mans" nature to seek after God. Romans 3:10- 12. Type in your phone n read. God is calling you to Him. We are saved (from the wages of sin which is death) by Grace Alone, Through Faith alone, in Christ alone, according to Scripture alone, to the Glory of God alone. Read this over n over. God is calling you to Him. Listen
Yeshua (Jesus) didn’t come for the righteous!! He came for sinners like you and me! HALLELUYUH!! Thank you for your testimony!! May Abba Father watch over you always as you walk this narrow path!! 🙏❤️🙏
if you have an addiction or are struggling in your walk with Christ or you're not sure if He's calling you. Just reply with your First name, I will get an email with your reply and I will hold you up in prayer. You do not have to walk this path alone my beloved. It's never to late to find peace in the Lord, there is always a way back. Remember that there is no sin greater than God's sacrifice, for even when Jesus died for us He loved us all while we were still sinners. I love you all.
Oh my. You story has me in tears. As I was watching I was thinking, oh my goodness he will be in Heaven with me. I was so excited about that. I’m so excited about that. 🥰🥰
I still struggle even though I have the most blessed life. THANK GOD I "TRY" everyday and hour and when I forget to thank God I feel guilty. The sins of our past.... When I feel too weak then I kneel(and pray) PEACE
Praise God, for your testimony Brother just goes to show you, you are never to far gone for Jesus Christ he can pull you from the farthest depths of hell Blessings Brother in Jesus Name
hi I've been struggling with porn I know it brings pleasure but it's wrong and I pray and work that I can get rid of it and if anyone reads this please I ask for prayer thank you and God bless you
That's the key, God, show me that you are real, in a way that I will understand...and he got a call The Next Day. Man!! SO many stories like that!! Amazing GRACE!!
I want to share your story with a best friend that is struggling with porn amongst other things and I know he needs it badly, but also don't want to be making him feel like I'm "judging" him. It's by the grace of God that any of us are still around to share our stories! God bless you Ryan and keep the faith bro!!!
Thanks for the comment Jill, Maybe send him 3 of our White Chair films that are all completely different stories (this being one of them) and tell him you gotta check out this cool site or channel you came across. Maybe it will spark an easier conversation. We all have a story and we appreciate you watching and sharing ours!
Totally !!! God Is Good. I had memories I wish were never made, but there they were, haunting me. No so any more. All I have seen and been through is useful to God. Only one who has walked out of the darkness can lead someone else out of it. God Bless in Christ Jesus. Amen
