This really moved me, my youth pastor shared this in Sunday School this morning and it just woke me up to the world around me, to God, and my relationship with Him. I am 14, and I just really want to thank you for sharing this, so I can share it too. -Hayley
This scares me and warns me this is the first time im seeing this video and my name is Zac Claprodt im 17 born 05/19/1994 and have questioned my life school is making my future look bleak but i will take the harder path now that i know its not the hardest.
oh man, sometimes life seems unfair. but GOD may just have thought he was too special and wanted to heal him in heaven. SAY HI TO MY CAT CREAMIES FOR ME ZAC AND MY GRANDPARENTS
I dont know if they have youtube in heaven Zac, however, if you could read this, your life and story still impacts me so strongly. I am so thankful that you got to make this video, I desire to have the same fervent passion that you do even in trial. Ill see you on the other side =)
The funny thing is, is that I know that i could be a better Christian. I grew up in a christian home, went to a christian school, went to church every week. But i have noticed that i am unwilling to actually commit myself to God. I have amply amount of chances to witness to the people on my bus. I could love everyone around me but i don't. I am still unsure of what i must do to make myself willing to serve. I really wish i could be like you are or were. Thank you, and to God be the glory. -Jason
Hello Mr.Smith I'm a 14 year old in California. I was told about a video that was about the story of your life by my highschool minstry pastor. I was blown away and i thought to myself. He has cancer and he still believes in God. He has cancer and he's thankful. He has cancer and he acts more Christian like than i do. You've inspired me so much and I just want to thank you for opening up my eyes. I will keep you in my prayers. And once again thank you for inspiration... - Steven Kim
There is so much of hope and love I see in your eyes, Zach. I pray that you grow old with your wife and children and live long to see your childern's children. (Psalm 128:6) - To God be all the glory.
This life is short and we dont have much time lets not waste our life. Man youre showing soo much of Gods love and how awesome he Is its inspiring to hear.
Thank you Zac for this video. I now desire all the more to live my life completely for the Lord Jesus and die for Him as well. Dying for Him is the logical conclusion of living for Him.
Zac,great testimonie!! give me power:) i fight with cancer to from 2009 and God give's me power to keep fighting:) ILOVE YOU SO MUCH AND YOUR FAMILY!!! hug hug hug i hope to talk......PS:sorry for my english
Zach, god loves you very much. your life is a testimony to Lord. if u are on earth, i will come to see you oneday. if u r in heaven, i will still come to meet you. god will allow me to meet you. with love- vijay
Zach, I had no idea i knew someone related to you. I first watched this video in a chapel at my college. I then came home for winter break and used this video to challenge my youth group to live life to the fullest, for God. I know the Johnsons, Steve, Barbara, Stephanie, Jared, Jesse, and Sabrina... Thank You so much for the inspiration that your life is... This comment doesn't give me enough charchters to show how much you have impacted my life... so, thank you... -Brian Warren, High Voltage
@zacjs8 I know cancer is a great burden, but If I had it, I would treat it as a great blessing! Like you did! Cancer is a test, that's the way I look at it. I invite God to allow cancer in my life, it's life changing, and relationship with Christ can grow so much. God Bless you brother
Thank you Zac! This is an incredible video - one I am sure God will use to bring glory to His name and remind us that we are all but vapors. Thank you for reminding me that life is sort and I must make the most of the time I have.
This is an amazing video! I am also 32 and I was diagnosed with rectal cancer this past year. I admire your strength and faith. I have just refound my faith b/c I was so angry with God for awhile, but I understand now that God was not punishing me in anyway things just happen and only he knows why! I will keep you and your family in my prayers! Once again thank you for sharing your letter!
great idea. a friend sent me to this video, and i'm glad she did. i would love to have been able to see a video or read a letter from my older self when i was getting ready to graduate high school. i hope this reaches out to some kids who need to be encouraged and strengthened in their walks. thanks for taking the time to do this
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just watched 50/50...man we really need to find a cure besides chemo
nhuskers007 3 days ago
just watched 50/50...man we really need to find a cure besides chemo
nhuskers007 3 days ago
ya i thought it would be really scary if you got cancer at age 17 but i would spend every day like its my last!!!
inferno3080 3 months ago
i cant stop crying thx for sharing your story zac RIP
inferno3080 3 months ago
Zac passed away last year look it up.. RIP
Ty79525 5 months ago
This really moved me, my youth pastor shared this in Sunday School this morning and it just woke me up to the world around me, to God, and my relationship with Him. I am 14, and I just really want to thank you for sharing this, so I can share it too. -Hayley
hrunner9 5 months ago
This scares me and warns me this is the first time im seeing this video and my name is Zac Claprodt im 17 born 05/19/1994 and have questioned my life school is making my future look bleak but i will take the harder path now that i know its not the hardest.
zclaprodt 5 months ago
@zclaprodt what is the harder path pease tell me idk
inferno3080 3 months ago
zac how r you?
thecomfortisnow 6 months ago
oh man, sometimes life seems unfair. but GOD may just have thought he was too special and wanted to heal him in heaven. SAY HI TO MY CAT CREAMIES FOR ME ZAC AND MY GRANDPARENTS
I MISS HER
STARkay778 8 months ago
awwww omg i literally cried so much !!!
pornoslut 9 months ago
@pornoslut i cant stop crying
inferno3080 3 months ago
@inferno3080 I know isnt it crazy =(
pornoslut 3 months ago
@pornoslut ya it is i feel bad for the childern
inferno3080 3 months ago
@inferno3080 me too =( !!! thats why I hate watching sad things on youtube bc then I get all depressed after lol .
pornoslut 3 months ago
@pornoslut ya i think that happens to everybody lol. they all get depressed after watching this i know i do
inferno3080 3 months ago
@inferno3080 I dont know how they wouldnt lol .
pornoslut 3 months ago
I dont know if they have youtube in heaven Zac, however, if you could read this, your life and story still impacts me so strongly. I am so thankful that you got to make this video, I desire to have the same fervent passion that you do even in trial. Ill see you on the other side =)
yesimdan 9 months ago
The funny thing is, is that I know that i could be a better Christian. I grew up in a christian home, went to a christian school, went to church every week. But i have noticed that i am unwilling to actually commit myself to God. I have amply amount of chances to witness to the people on my bus. I could love everyone around me but i don't. I am still unsure of what i must do to make myself willing to serve. I really wish i could be like you are or were. Thank you, and to God be the glory. -Jason
DrawingDazora 1 year ago 2
My body can't stop trembling...I'm pure and simple amazed by your belief in God.
I wish...I'm sad watchin this. I'm happy that people like you still exist ; _ ;
Thank you and ...To God be the Glory
ElementalJaden 1 year ago 2
Hello Mr.Smith I'm a 14 year old in California. I was told about a video that was about the story of your life by my highschool minstry pastor. I was blown away and i thought to myself. He has cancer and he still believes in God. He has cancer and he's thankful. He has cancer and he acts more Christian like than i do. You've inspired me so much and I just want to thank you for opening up my eyes. I will keep you in my prayers. And once again thank you for inspiration... - Steven Kim
Kurazed 1 year ago 3
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There is so much of hope and love I see in your eyes, Zach. I pray that you grow old with your wife and children and live long to see your childern's children. (Psalm 128:6) - To God be all the glory.
benji23levi 1 year ago 2
This life is short and we dont have much time lets not waste our life. Man youre showing soo much of Gods love and how awesome he Is its inspiring to hear.
Fluffie14 1 year ago 2
How much you have impacted my life mr. Zac!
To God be the Glory!
Gabriela from Brazil.
gabbrielaalves 1 year ago 2
God bless his family!
rndkjc 1 year ago 2
He is in glory now but his testimony and influence very much alive
dmh
dmharmon2010 1 year ago
Thank you for this.
Praying for the Smith family today.
fishwithtrish 1 year ago
Thank you for this. Praying for the Smith family
fishwithtrish 1 year ago
Thank you for this. Praying for the Smith family.
fishwithtrish 1 year ago
Thank you Zac for this video. I now desire all the more to live my life completely for the Lord Jesus and die for Him as well. Dying for Him is the logical conclusion of living for Him.
4848613 1 year ago
Hi Zack awesome Zack the courage & strength you have, and the love of God. You are in my prayers and your Family.
I would really like to talk with you Zack You can reach me at this PH # 952-486-8593 Love Keith Hoppe
hoppersix 1 year ago
Zac,great testimonie!! give me power:) i fight with cancer to from 2009 and God give's me power to keep fighting:) ILOVE YOU SO MUCH AND YOUR FAMILY!!! hug hug hug i hope to talk......PS:sorry for my english
777sergiu 1 year ago
Zach, god loves you very much. your life is a testimony to Lord. if u are on earth, i will come to see you oneday. if u r in heaven, i will still come to meet you. god will allow me to meet you. with love- vijay
ueahunt 1 year ago
Zach, I had no idea i knew someone related to you. I first watched this video in a chapel at my college. I then came home for winter break and used this video to challenge my youth group to live life to the fullest, for God. I know the Johnsons, Steve, Barbara, Stephanie, Jared, Jesse, and Sabrina... Thank You so much for the inspiration that your life is... This comment doesn't give me enough charchters to show how much you have impacted my life... so, thank you... -Brian Warren, High Voltage
cockycavalier 2 years ago 2
Thanks, Brian -- for the encouragement!
zacjs8 2 years ago
@zacjs8 I know cancer is a great burden, but If I had it, I would treat it as a great blessing! Like you did! Cancer is a test, that's the way I look at it. I invite God to allow cancer in my life, it's life changing, and relationship with Christ can grow so much. God Bless you brother
sirchristian12 1 year ago
Thanks, Ralph and Jordan!
zacjs8 2 years ago
I never thought a 5 minute video could say so much. Awesome video and i am happy to have meet you.You are DA BOMB.Great video
JordanKranda 2 years ago 2
Thank you Zac, for sharing so openly. I have put this as a link to my blog- there is much for us all to learn
ralpht33 2 years ago
Thanks for the comments!
zacjs8 2 years ago
Thank you Zac! This is an incredible video - one I am sure God will use to bring glory to His name and remind us that we are all but vapors. Thank you for reminding me that life is sort and I must make the most of the time I have.
AMatthewsutk 2 years ago 2
What an awesome and encouraging video! Thank you for sharing it with us!
daizies24 2 years ago 2
thanks for sharing, Duncan! Awesome story.
zacjs8 2 years ago
This is an amazing video! I am also 32 and I was diagnosed with rectal cancer this past year. I admire your strength and faith. I have just refound my faith b/c I was so angry with God for awhile, but I understand now that God was not punishing me in anyway things just happen and only he knows why! I will keep you and your family in my prayers! Once again thank you for sharing your letter!
duncanscc 2 years ago 3
you are welcome -- thanks!
zacjs8 2 years ago
great idea. a friend sent me to this video, and i'm glad she did. i would love to have been able to see a video or read a letter from my older self when i was getting ready to graduate high school. i hope this reaches out to some kids who need to be encouraged and strengthened in their walks. thanks for taking the time to do this
fattychris 2 years ago