David Ring is a Christian evangelist and motivational speaker who has cerebral palsy. He was born with cerebral palsy in Jonesboro, Arkansas, in the eastern part of the state. His father was Baptist pastor Oscar Newton Ring. Ring's father died in 1964. Cancer took his mother four years later. Ring was hence an orphan at the age of fourteen.
Depressed from the combination of losing his parents and the difficulties of his disability, Ring dropped out of high school. Ring specifically struggled with losing his mother, the only woman he believed would love him. He attempted to commit suicide many times over the course of the following two years due to his depression. With the encouragement of his sister, however, he gave his life to Jesus in 1970. Ring earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1976. His signature message is "I have cerebral palsy, but cerebral palsy don't have me." His now famous catch phrase (concerning Christians who make excuses regarding their faith) is: "I have cerebral palsy, and I serve the Lord with all that is within me. What's your excuse?"
David Ring's testimony details his life challenges, including being born dead for 18 minutes, developing cerebral palsy, and facing public humiliation and orphanhood at age 14. His personal transformation through faith showcases his journey from depression to self-respect and acceptance.
For over 50 years, David has been speaking across the globe, reaching over 100,000 people annually. He has appeared frequently on nationally televised programs, sharing his message of hope and transformation and at 72 years of age continues to spread the Word of God.
His life story....
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