Summary

Born without arms, I struggled through feelings of rejection, depression, and anger. I often felt like damaged goods, crushed by the weight of not fitting in. The turning point came during a youth group lock-in when I heard the message of God’s unconditional love and Jesus’ sacrifice. That night, John 3 and Romans 5 came alive to me—I realized even in my frustration and bitterness, God had been pursuing me. Embracing Jesus as my Savior transformed my identity: no longer broken, but a masterpiece of His craftsmanship. Eventually, I was invited to speak, and despite fear, I said yes. Since then, God has used me to speak hope into others’ lives. Today, I’m a husband, father, and traveling speaker, living proof that God can use anyone—even an armless introvert—for His glory.

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Time Chapters
  • 01:04 Childhood Without Arms
  • 01:56 Struggling With Depression
  • 02:18 Life-Changing Youth Lock-in
  • 03:15 Understanding God’s Love
  • 04:04 First Ministry Opportunity
  • 05:06 Becoming a Full-Time Speaker
  • 05:41 Family and Calling

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Born without arms, Daniel Ritchie became increasing depressed and withdrawn as he entered high school. But an encounter with the love of Jesus Christ during a youth lock-in completely shifted Daniel’s life.