Nick Vujicic questioned God for 7 years and His answer saved many lives
Why, God, was I born this way?—the question Nick Vujicic wondered for many years. Born without arms and legs, he felt insecure and useless. Imagine getting through a busy day without hands or legs like Nick? Having joy and fulfillment was elusive for Nick. Each day seemed hopeless. Thoughts of rejection and suicide filled his mind, and he questioned God for seven years.
Imagine getting through your busy day without hands or legs.
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‘Life Without Limbs’
Nicholas Vujicic (pronounced VOO-yee-cheech) was born with severe phocomelia in 1982 in Melbourne. The rare genetic problem occurs in 0.62 per 100,000 patients, and Doctors have no idea why. The ultrasounds detected nothing unusual. His mother, a midwife, was excited for her first child. She was 25 at the time.
When Nick was born without limbs, his parents were in shock. His mother said, “Take him away; I don’t want to touch him or see him,” and his father vomited. She couldn’t bring herself to hold him until he was four months old.
The early days were difficult. Nick dealt with the typical challenges of school and adolescence throughout his childhood, but he also struggled with loneliness and depression. Nick constantly wondered why he was different than all the other kids. He questioned the purpose of life —or whether he even had one.
His mom couldn’t hold him until he was 4 months old.
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Faith fuels Nick’s daily victory
Faith Fuels Nick’s Daily Victory
Nick’s turning point came when he had a serious talk with God and realized he was deeply loved. The Bible became his constant companion, and emotional healing began the moment he entrusted his life and eternity to Jesus. “I am God’s creation, designed according to His plan for me,” he said. His unique challenges opened doors to serve the Lord in ways only he could.
Strengthened by faith, family, and friends, Nick begins each day with prayer and gratitude, spending mornings with his wife and children before mentoring youth or preparing to speak. When home, he enjoys simple routines—playing guitar, swimming, and painting—which keep him grounded as he continues to inspire millions worldwide.
“If God can use a man without arms and legs to be His hands and feet, then He will certainly use any willing heart!”
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Listen to Nick’s inspiring message.
On May 20, 2013, Nick Vujicic delivered a message at the inaugural Samaritan’s Purse event, urging young people to rise above hardship. He told them, “You have a choice. We can dwell on disappointments and shortcomings, choose bitterness and anger—or we can learn from the experience and move forward, taking responsibility for our own happiness.”
Nick Vujicic continues global outreach through tours, education, and media. His new book, Champions for the Brokenhearted (2025), and an upcoming documentary highlight his message of hope. With NickV Ministries aiming to reach one billion people by 2028, he will cap upcoming efforts with key appearances like the 2026 Southwest Florida Community Prayer Breakfast.
