My mom didn't save for her retirement. She's 66. Raised two families on her own. No help from our fathers. Me and my toddler left my spouse. So told my mom lets leave California and go back home to Florida together. We got a 34' RV to live in and move home in. I don't care that I'm 30 living with my mom with my son in a RV. Families are supposed to stay together. My son is so happy having us all together like this. He absolutely loves living in the big bus. That's what we call it. I love living this way. I feel so much stress and worry just gone! Never worry about being homeless anymore. Love it.
My father has a trailer on 12 acres of land that is surrounded by the Sumter national forest and boarders a lake with a 1200 miles shoreline. I was living in Atlanta and wanted to get out of a large city. My mother also thought piano lessons and had about 30 students. I got an emergency call about my mother being in a severe accident. We both could not understand why God would allow this. My mother went to my sisters house after I had taken my mother to 6 months of physical therapy in Atlanta. 6 months later my dad asked if I would like to move permanently to his 12 acres and trailer. I said yes because I love it here. My mother was not happy at my sisters. I asked if she wanted to come live with me. She did and both of us now understand the wreck now. If she had not had the wreck we would still live in Atlanta instead of living on 12 acres and a nice trailer. God is Good!
I'm watching this incredible testimony in 2021, to God's goodness, despite all the hardship you have had to endure, He has been there with you all the way. May He bless you richly.
Maybe it was, maybe it wasn't, maybe it was their fault, maybe it wasn't, maybe it was the GOVERNMENT, maybe it was life getting too good. Adversity makes for strong people. The simple easy life makes for weak people. They are together, they are accepting, they are strong. We all go thru hoops. All different. They wouldn't want my problems. I wouldn't want your problems. In the end it's the peace you feel when you say to yourself I lead a good life. Life was good and I am proud to say I did the best I knew how.
Hi Joseph. I'm sorry you lost your wife. God bless you and keep you. One day at a time with the Lord helps me get through each day. I pray God's abundant blessings on you and your loved ones and give you His peace each day.
I am in a bedroom with my husband in our sons apartment. My husband lost his job after 38 years, we used all his retirement to buy a home, that long it's value within one year. We have lost everything, but we h ave God and our faith. Thank you for sharing.
When you have the Lord you have everything because then the whole kingdom is inside of you and He is all in all trust me that's all you need...God bless you
Apostle Paul wrote to the family @ Thessalonica..LETTER # (II) "AFTER YOU HAVE SUFFERED A LITTLE WHILE, HE (God) WILL MAKE THE WAY OUT FOR YOU" get & stay debt FREE! "Neither a lender nor a borrower be" yet " GIVE FREELY" 💞 PSALMS 37:10 11 & 29 YHWH BLESS
We sold my mom's home after she died-we were living with her and caring for her because she couldn't take care of herself .Then we moved to another state to live with my MIL since she told us she didn't like living alone and my hubby felt like he needed to take care of her - but that wasn't the case🤷she was quite capable of doing for herself and to end this story- she didn't want us there after a year because of the virus- she lived in constant fear for herself and us- so we are now homeless - my hubby in another state helping his sister and I'm helping my daughter with new baby so I still have a place to live and I'm so grateful- we are trusting God to help us as He always has and does🙏🙏🙏
To tell your story with zero bitterness or playing the victim card is so inspiring. I can’t help feel some shame for my attitude during some of my trying times…..thank you for helping me see a little clearer
"I didn't know that I would become wealthy by losing everything". that is truly an amazing statement, I get that what it means is that you've never been happier😊
When you don’t have debt it makes you free. Being free makes us rich! There are plenty of things money cannot buy! If you are rich it can make you comfortable, but you can still be miserable!
I like to borrow this quote you have stated, it's so true and with trusting our precious Lord Jesus Christ fully, we already have everything in Him. AMEN
Bill is an incredibly talented man. It doesn’t seem to matter what part of the construction process it is, he knows how to do it. The journey you have been through is incredible.
@@SISSYKAY Me too ~ this is much like what we have gone thru, but actually not nearly as stressfull (except our marriage which did disintegrate after 25 years).... and it's a huge blessing to see how God provided in their more serious emergencies! I feel even more blessed now after watching what these two have gone through! I feel more prepared for what we expect to be happening in the near future as we keep watching foretold events taking place! This is such a wonderful reminder to make certain our 'tithe-plus' is 'returned'
I am smiling... You sit there, clearly "down and out" but praising God as if you have your celestial mansion already, as if you are so privileged to have the King of Kings for a Father... No worldling can do this! Only a child of the Most High can understand this.😇
Came across your story by accident, sorry, God never causes accidents. He knows I needed to hear your story. So, thanks for sharing your hardships and your victories. May God bless and keep you. Many lessons learnt here. Much to think over about the future, and how we plan to live what Scriptures describe re coming events. Love you guys! Argentina may be long distance away, but we are one in the Spirit! Heaps of blessings.
Is there any way I know you? Even your kitty and way of speaking us my "owen"? God IS GOOD..ALL THE TIME" YEAH...YEAH...YEAH...LOL God bless you, NY friend.💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊😔😔😔😔😔😔💞💓💞💓💕💓💕💖💖💖💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏😘😘
One rule I've always lived by is ...Never Take Anything For Granted. Be it your health, job, finances, home, material possessions, a loved one. Life can change in a heartbeat.
I gust love the to of you l in a bad place with live at moment l am being strong yesterday l fond yous puting in that little log fiers anf it mad me so happy l going to by one put it in for this winter as gets very cold in my van and l have relly bad helth problems yous will never now how much yous made me feel so much better all my love from Scotland
I watch this video about once a year. It’s maintenance for my attitude. I’m 43 and my husband and I have two young children - we just paid off all of our student loans last fall, and are now paying $200 extra each month towards our 15 year mortgage. I have been with you both since your early UA-cam years and you have helped our family change our entire paradigm. Thank you and God bless.
My husband and I were almost wiped out in 2009 from the same circumstances. God was faithful to us as we remained faithful to him. It took us 4 years to restore our credit - but we just bought another house 3 months ago. God is good to His children!
Thank you for sharing. I basically have gone through the same perdictament. My husband passed away and I wound up losing everything. Currently living in a motel. But thank goodness my disability finally went through. So I am thinking of buying an RV, but everyone is telling me don't do that you won't like it. I believe the Lord is leading me to that decision.
Ive been living in a camper for 2 years after the place i was living was flooded. Theres less 2 mess = less 2 cleanup. Occasionally i wish i had a little more room for like a freezer or washing machine but its ok. Figure if flood comes again (have lost home twice d/t floods) i could get someone 2 pull.this camper 2 drier ground
You will love it l live in my van after being together for a long time l was 13 when meet him our oldest child is 34 and l love being in mine all the best to all you lovely people
I don't know why I stumbled onto your story. I'm so glad I did. Both of you are such a good witness for God, our Lord and Savior, this shows just what happens when we let Him do the driving. Happy New Year!
I just found your channel earlier today. I watched every minute of this, and I'm trying to type this through tears (not easy for a 45 year old man to admit). You have worked so hard for so many years, and your story is so amazing and both sad and joyous at the same time. I look forward to watching more of your videos. You are such a sweet couple. And yes, you have wealth greater tthan money could ever provide. I hope you both are still holding hands in your beautiful little home well into your 90s and still enriching our lives with your warmth. Peace and best wishes from Ireland.
What an interesting and blessed story. The Lord works in mysterious ways. And he always comes through at the last moment or actually right on time. AMEN,AMEN.
Bless your hearts! We also learned harsh realities in the 2008 crash. We lost our semi and trailer and eventually lost our home and rental that we were paying mortgages on. We decided to move from Minnesota so we searched Missouri and found a small acreage to buy. My husband did find a job driving truck before we moved and was able to keep that job even after moving down here. Pinching pennies and following Gods guidance, we were able to pay our small place off in 16 months. We know that God brought us to this small acreage as if it wasn’t for Him, we wouldn’t have found it. I stay home now and take care of our place and raise chickens for meat and eggs. Life is good on a strict budget!
Surely you realize that your story has given soooo much inspiration to those who are facing hardship, right this moment, are depressed and ready to give up. You have been a witness to how faith in God and yourself, will see you through.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. My husband and I went through very similar storms, and at the end, he became very ill and I lost him too. I'm a widow now, living on a very limited income and have been thinking about RV or tiny home living, and prepping, which led me to your video. My hope now burns a little brighter. Thank you again and God bless you both. Much love from California.
Cathy Perez I am in the same situation. Raised 3 with 6 grandchildren. Worked 22 years. Now on disability from spinal surgery. I want to scream some times - Never judge!!
Thank you for sharing your story. It is not an easy thing to be so frank in a public forum, not to mention reopen some painful points in your past. But you guys have given testimony to the power of faith, the strength of human resilience, and a personal history I will most certainly not soon forget. God bless you both, and may you always have days of light and love!
I’m going through a rough patch, and I’m so thankful for your testimony. I’ve had many God moments an I’m grateful for the lessons and the grace he’s gifted me. Thank you for the inspiration. God bless🙏🏽💖
Thank you for sharing your story. You've opened my eyes to how folks who DO work hard and "do all the right things" can end up in scary situations. It's very humbling. I'm glad things have worked out for you .... blessings to you both!
What an amazing story. It’s truly a miracle that you weren’t homeless. And now you have a cozy, quaint, livable home - and an opportunity to help others. I’m glad I found you. 😊😊😊
2008 was tough times, my dad was laid off with no severance package after working 25 years for GE. He lost everything. We struggled, had to eat at shelters at times. I moved to Alaska and pulled myself out. It was hard. You guys are a sweet couple, keep it up:) I'm planning on creating a camper-van to live in while I pay for school. Loosing everything gives you huge perspective on what it important
Bill and Elizabeth, you two look so cute together... when you guys look at each other. can tell that you guys love each other. very much God bless you!!
Thank you for sharing your story! Thank you for giving our Great and Gracious, Loving God the credit! Thank you, Jesus, for taking care of this wonderful couple.
This is my first time viewing y’all, and I love your story. We too were in construction when that hit and now my husband and I are long haul truck drivers, we team drive. We sold everything except what we could fit into a storage building in his mom’s back yard and moved on a big rig. That was 7+ years ago. I’m sitting in a truck stop in Washington state right now waiting to pick up a load later today and head back home to Georgia. We’ve seen God move and make ways for us that we just couldn’t have imagined. He is so good and so faithful, He loves us so much more than we deserve. I have no doubt that God will continue to bless y’all, of course, He will never leave us or forsake us! Thank you Jesus! :)
After our construction business collapsed, I drove for Swift for 8 years. One year OTR, then 7 years dedicated. But now I've discovered You Tube, and two years ago I was able to quit driving because of our You Tube income. :-)!
This is a great story of love, faith, and determination, in every way. Having multiple homes and properties sounds impressive, but you can only live in one home at a time. The rest becomes a burden. Whatever you have, no matter how big or small, must be maintained. Even a single pair of socks has to be washed! This couple has reaped tremendous rewards for their faith in God and each other.
God bless you both. My husband and I have a similar story. We had a foreclosure and lost everything during the crash and a few years later were miraculously able to buy a home. Through amazing grace, we had to invest $500 period. Reading the comments it is obvious that many Christians have gone through similar experiences. God provides for His own and will be with us until the end. God is so good and faithful.
Hi Bill and Elizabeth, thank you for your courage, honesty and courage producing this video for the benefit of the community. You are giving me hope that there is a reason for me to be alive (Disabled Veteran) and that life is worth fighting for. May Peace be with you, have a nice Holidays, Ciao, L (from Maine)
I also would save a little money and then something would happen. I was whining one day to my brother and he told me sis, you need to thank God that you had money to fix things. Praise God!
This video came at the perfect time in my life. I'm a single mother of 3 children who just decided to sell my home to downsize. It's a huge process as well as depending on God to provide just what we need at the exact moment. I'm in debt above my head..yet still give thanks to God for a roof over my kids heads, and a mom who works hard everyday. God is so Great and loving. ❤ Bless the both of you🥰 Happy retirement and health🙏🙏🙏
God is so good and I thank you for reminding me of that. I've seen Him work exactly like this in my life over and over. I have no idea how I ended up watching this video but I thank you both for making it.
I love this video and how much you care for one another and made a bad situation work, one that I realize any one of us could wind up in. Refreshing to see a tiny house video based out of necessity not because it's a trend. Thumbs up and sub.
this couple are blessed, they have been together for 38 years with lots of ups and downs , an their still together, reminds me of my marriage, also 38 yrs accepted i went on dissibility 15 years ago and my wife is now the bread winner, but through a good accountant was able to reclaim $ 15,900 in tax credits from 2002 - 2008 tax free money to put toward our living costs.
Why is it nice to see because of hardship and not because "they just wanted to?" And if you guys would tax your churches and have Universal Healthcare and more social programs you wouldn't have ended up in such a mess to start with. It's not "god", it's a messed up social system and government and people who are too capitalistic. Everyone has love, commitment and goes through hardship. Four mortgages and bankruptcy was all part of a "god's plan?" Wow.
Praise the lord!!! Y’all have really opened my eyes to what is coming in my life. I’m in a wheelchair and we were gonna get a custom built home for the main things. But, I can redo the trailer I live in now that is paid for and not go into debt. My husband is getting a big pay out for retirement we’re he works. We own the land and the trailer and also enough for my kids to go ahead and get there inheritance. God is great!!! I thank y’all so much for this video. It has really helped me make a life decision. Live simply and live free!!! Luv y’all!!!🌻🌾🌱🌺
You have the true riches of life - faith in God, peace in your heart and the love you have for each other. That's more than alot of people have. True riches of life.
Diversified Acres Homestead you both were definitely Blessed by God. it's been hard on alot of people but prayers and God answers prayers.bless you both.
I am so grateful that after 4 years this incredible, powerful video is still on UA-cam. What an extraordinary testimony of a loving, caring, compassionate Heavenly Father working through two of the nicest, kindest and most courageous of God's children.Thank you so much for the great wisdom, common sense and good judgment you are sharing with your life story. We need this kind of encouragement every day! Thank you so much! You two are very blessed and to boldly put your testimony out for thousands to see is one powerful ministry. We all need to be praying for the 239 people who hit the thumbs down!! They are missing out on the true peace and joy you openly demonstrate. May God continue to shower you with His grace and favor!!!
I Needed to hear/see this today. My husband lost his job due to the Covid-19. He is about 10 years from from retiring. We thought our life was all planned we have our place with a bit of land paid for and had a 401K that we were building and thought things we all set. Our 401K has been hit hard of course and while I know many are facing the similar situations. I appreciated you talking about thinking every time you were able to save some money it seemed like something happened. My worry was/is I need a couple of surgeries and now we not only don't have insurance we're not sure where we will end up. I needed to hear your stories of God providing over and over. Thanks for sharing and know that God has used your story in our life to remind us that he is ready and willing to provide for us.
Boy, this proves we need everyone covered by healthcare! No one in a rich country like ours should be without adequate healthcare. Sure hope this issue is faced and remedied in the coming future. I wish all of you the best at this challenging time!🥰❤️
I just discovered you and you are impressive. I love how you tell your story, stories. You are an example of a solid couple, we dont see that a lot anymore. You are courageous in the personnal storm you had to confront but you are doing it well. You are an example for all of us. Thank you.
I am so happy for you two and then to see how God brought you through the difficult times and then you are giving Him the glory, your testimony is such a blessing. Praise God for how He has taken care of you.
My story is so similar to yours. I had a very successful real estate business that I lost during that time too. I had literally zero income for one full year and was a single mom with two young boys. I went from owning a beautiful house and a vacation house plus 5 rentals to nothing over a period of seven years. It was quite the journey. Somehow God provided every single step of the way. God bless you both for being so faithful and resilient.
Thank you so much for posting this. Three years ai experiences my husband having a stroke. He is still paralyzed but God always gets us through. I work fulltime and am his caregiver. GOD HAS BLESSED US MORE THAN WE DESERVE. GOD BLESS FROM KENTUCKY
Thank you so much for sharing your story. Over the past year my husband and I have been going through very similar and stressful circumstances. But, as with you, every time we get to the very point of desperation the Lord steps in and gives us just enough to keep us going. We have only what we need and honestly we see now that it is ALL we need. And like you, we are so grateful for it. I love your videos and am so glad you let us all get to know you better by being so open.
How refreshing to see a couple so dedicated to one another and to making their life work no matter what obstacles they encounter. Thanks for sharing your story.
Six years later I watched one of your shows when you moved into the tiny trailer. I started watching you about 5 months ago and watched you with the house in florida. I'm 79 in 18 days and I so enjoyed your testimony. God is good all the time, all the time God is good. I'm a single woman who has been single for 40 or 42 years. And I have learned as Paul said I have learned to be happy with much and I've learned to be happy with little. And I praise God that you shared with people that you tied even when you didn't think you could afford it. I'm on Social Security and I won't go into my story but suffice to say my savings is not great anymore. But I give God his tithe and give as he leads me and I can truthfully say I am not begging for bread and I have a roof over my head. And I feel I have God's firewall around me protecting me. God bless you and I am so glad that I found you on youtube. I'm going to be contacting you soon about thrive.
So sorry to hear all this, a lot of people lost in 2008 and were faced with the same struggles as you. I wish you both well and always smile, always think positive. Bless you.
Amazing Grace from our Lord! God is good, he does take care of his children. Like my husband and I, you too are rich in simple things. God Bless you both.
Listening to your story reminded me of all the times the lord would bless us when we prayed for help when we were in dire need of financial help, and extraordinary things would take place and the exact amounts of money we would need for our bills would come through. It made me cry when I heard your story because I am so thankful for the Lords blessings and knowing he walks with us every day. You two are a lovely couple and its very apparent that you have a very special love for each other and for the Lord.
I discovered your channel a few days ago looking for cinderblock garden beds. I was pulled into your channel by your spirit. Tonight, I wanted to learn more about your previous tiny house. I can not think if a more appropriate video to watch on Easter Sunday. Your message was God always provided during struggle and God knows what we need before we do. Thank you for sharing your life and sharing God's word.
What a motivational story, your story increased my faith in the Lord. God Bless and may the Lord Bless you. You are rich in your faith which is more important than anything in this world.
I stumbled into your life today, and now you are a part of mine. It was heartwarming to hear your story and I thank you for sharing. Every word that you used to exalt the pure love that God has for us all is the truth by which I also live. Bless you both. Your story is inspiring and I also really love DIY fixer upper things so the tiny home project is very interesting to me.
I enjoyed your video so much. On December 8, 2010, my husband of 27 + years died in his sleep at age 49 completely unexpectedly (the coroner later said Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease was the cause ). The youngest of our 4 children was in his junior year of college and my first grandson had been born 6 weeks earlier. Damon had been the sole provider for most of those 27 years ,working for his father's smallish 8 motel business. He'd believed all his life that he'd inherit this business so we'd never been seriously trying to save for retirement, and even when we did save anything it seemed no matter how much money we had, the world would soon provide us a bill for it- l.o.l. When he died , I believed we'd managed to accrue $150,000.00 ( earmarked to start our own business now that kids were grown ) and that he'd been investing small amounts (2 - 3,000.00 at a time) and steadily making money off this investing. We had a brand new Lincoln Towncar (he said his father had bought for him in cash ), I had a car 4 years old that was paid for, plus we had 2 other old cars. Our modest home we'd lived in for 22 years, at that point ,was less than 2 years away from being paid off. In the next 3 days ,I discovered there was not one cent of money anywhere, including my own checking account that he'd taken $1,600.00 out of .The electricity , water and cable bills had not been paid for nearly 2 months..nor the mortgage. He'd quit his job in June. All of the money was gone.I had no money for anything, so I decided to get a Title Loan on a car to tide us over until the Life Insurance paid me, IF they paid me. (We'd been supporting the college student and our youngest daughter at the time). I couldn't find the titles, which had always been in my file cabinet under, what else ? - TITLES. I soon found out why when a Title loan company informed me via certified letter that if the $5,000.00 Title Loans plus the fees and interest, that he'd taken out 2-3 weeks before he died, was not paid within 2 weeks that they'd come take both cars. It all got worse from there. Going through the nightmare tragedy of losing my best friend in the world for half my life and seeing my kids mourn and suffer through that irreplaceable ,incomparable loss; going through the anger and deep pain of each discovered betrayal and lie, , the guilt of wondering what I did or did not do that I should've done differently, for weeks and months I was at my wits end, hanging on by a hair to my sanity . I went through 9 kinds of hell, from not having money to keep going to my pain doctor ,being cut off those meds suddenly after ten years- to the IRS sending me notices, 4 weeks after his death, that they were going to auction off my house...to my dog of 12 years dying in January to....one after another it all got worse...you can't imagine. His father never spoke to me, period. He never even asked how we were, his mother either. If not for my 6 sisters and my four kids and their lovingkindness and care and my reliance on my faithful God, I'd be dead already. In every instance that I thought "well this is it, this is the end I can't do anymore Lord, stick a fork in me -I'm done", the right thing would happen to get me through to the next ...and next. The right info. would come my way, help with electric bills, how to fight the IRS for my home when I had no part of the whys and how's of the debt and could not afford a lawyer,, a water heater free when water gushed from mine and 2 beautiful friends who installed it.A phone call from the only friend close to me at the time, at the exact moment I was about to ingest a ton of pills and just give up. I could go on and on but....yes, it was God's love and I realized it every time. He was saying to me, 'Stop stressing,crying,worrying .You do your part and follow my guidance when you feel it and tell me your concerns that are bigger than you and believe I will handle them, believe I can , believe that I want to......have faith that I will .... then let go- get out of my way and let me show you how I care for you." I am humbled and touched every time I see God's hands maneuvering things that logically should not have fallen into place for me. I am still in my home that I finished paying off, I am able to pay my necessary costs of living so far and I'm content and at peace 85% of the time , finding great joy in 4 grandchildren and my freedom. Although there are still numerous problems, today, I get out of God's way and pray....and pray. God bless you 2 for telling your story, I too, am far less stressed with far less money and belongings and I plan to live in a tiny home in the near future. The things we try to own on this earth, end up owning us, using all our time buying, caring for, paying the debt for the things we accumulate. By 45 to 50 , you just want to be free of it all. I try to teach my kids this now, early in their lives. We are all so much stronger than we realize and yes, God does care, and hears our cries.
Kathy, your story really touched me. I'm so grateful that our Lord REALLY does care about us and gets us through the really rough times and never forsakes us. May He bring you unexpected joys and constant strength. In His love, Elizabeth
Thank you Elizabeth I hope your recovery is progressing well,( although you seemed to be doing pretty darn good in the video.) Isn't it amazing how true all His promises are, have been and will always be.? "Seek first the kingdom and all other things will be added to you". Life can be so hard and difficult sometimes but I sure would not want to be facing all it throws at me without God. I don't know how atheists do it ! lol. May God continue to watch over all of us .
Kathy Hussey....you are so so strong I thank God for you and for how He has brought you through in such a strong and mighty way may God keep perfecting all that belongs to you in Jesus name stay blessed always
Wow, just wow, what an incredibly sad, incredibly happy, incredibly amazing story. It is true that God will help those that learn to help themselves, also never losing faith and hope can results in amazing ends to a story or beginning lol. Love you both and yes living debt free and not being of materialistic heart and mind is food for the soul. 🤗 Have a great day Elizabeth and Bill.
I watched and listen to you guys speak and I love how honest you both are. I worked starting at 15 yrs of age. Worked hard everyday because that was how I was raised. After marriage and children became homeless. People believe they know but have no idea how life can change for you and the purpose is always clear after you go through where God leads you. Now my life is in Jesus Christ. I now live simple and free. By the way all the children now are grown. I am 65 now. I am a great grandmother and never believed I would see this. Thank you for your videos and more than that your honesty. God bless you both.
Wow. What a story. Thanks. It makes me so grateful for living in the UK. We didn't suffer as much from the crash as you guys and we have free health care.
What a absolutely amazing and beautiful testimony, I love you both you are a amazing couple. I lost my husband 10 years ago and I am still lost without him, no matter what he was my best friend and I always knew what ever happened in my life he was always my rock so I am thanking God for you both to have each other Gods blessings coming your way and I love my life living small , my children don’t but I just look at them and grin when they run into problems guess who they run to ❤️🙏🏻
God Bless yall... We got sacked this year. My daughter was struck by a car walking across the crosswalk Feb.6 2016.😰 My husband had 2 18 wheeler accidents. Neither one his fault... 😖My brother and him were driving for the same company. They let him go as well as my husband even before a Dr. release 😖.... I HAD EMERGENCY SURGERY.... TOOK 5 and 1/2 hours in recovery. Because i was slipping into accooommmmaaa... And now were scrambling and trusting that Gods still on the thrown. My body is still NOT OK.... Trust is ssssoooo Hard when all you want to do is scream cry WHY!!!!!.... Thank you for your story it is so encouraging. God Bless and keep you. 😇
Best wishes. I was severely injured two years in a rather silly work accident, breaking one leg in three places and tearing the patellar tendon off completely in the other. Coming back was hard, but I'm able to work again. It took a lot of time, hard work and effort, and the love of family and friends. And yes, faith helps a lot.
Ever After Do you know what the all seeing eye is? If you I use that pic of your eye, ppl will think you are into Satanism or that you are a Lucifarian. Are you? I think that you are not and are just innocent and ignorant to what one eye means.
Always when you work for a living you own it or you work for the other guy. You never have a guarantee you will survive even living careful. Today's business world is not people friendly. Believing in GOD is in your favor. A promise GOD gave us is that nothing will come our way that you can not handle if you rely on him. I know you two are a true example of this promise.
You guys are awesome. My husband and I went through the same exact situation and listening to your story we kept saying "sounds like us". God is so good all the time . Love your videos.
You know, in the crash of 2008, up in Canada where I am from we were somewhat untouched by it (due to stricter regulation and what not regarding mortagages and loans, ect) By my spouse worked for a company that built luxury grade Windows that catered to the American market. The company laid off 2 thirds of its workers including my spouse, who had worked his way up to a decent wage in the 5 years he was there. It was awful. He found work again, but it was much different hours that we had to work around childcare for our four kids (I work part time) and it was less money. But eventually we did recover and bounce back. We watched on the news all those Americans struggling to eat and living in tents it was heartbreaking. Good for you guys for being so resourceful and, above all, happy. Your story warms the heart.
That just goes to show how interdependent we all are with this global economy. I'm glad to hear that you bounced back. I believe that if any ONE major economy collapses (like the US or the European Union) we will have a world-wide economic collapse. Any that's very possible, even probable, with all the debt that most nations are now carrying. That's why we are preppers.
Tinyhouse Prepper One more thing, Elizabeth has the most soothing voice. I find it very therapeutic watching your videos and listening to her talk. It's kind of silly, but I thought I'd let you guys know.
Erato IsYourMuse Erato IsYourMuse It's not at all silly, EIYR. It's simply endearing. A wonderful twosome who are drawing us all in with their love and wholesome perspective. It's like a super group hug we dare not disengage from. Feels too good to let go...
Thank you for sharing and God Bless. During this lockdown you will feel even more blessed because you can weather it better that most others. For the past 15 years God taught me to live out of a 45lbs suitcase - im so tight for space that if I buy a new shirt I need to throw one out. I also mostly eat once a day not because I don't have money but because I only eat when I'm hungry. Most of us have too much junk and eat too much because we see or smell food. Wastefulness and gluttony are traits of poor stewardship. You have shown you can be happy with less. Thank you again.
Oh my goodness this story blessed me so much. We lost two homes also in the crash but God has blessed us with three more homes since then here in the Pacific Northwest, He has done far and beyond what we would have ever been able to think up or believe. God is faithful. Your story is such an inspiration and the power of the Lord Jesus in our lives!❤️💖💙
I see that this is from two years ago which means you two got married the same year I did (1979)? My story is different from yours but I can relate so much to what you are saying. In 2005 my husband and I bought our “dream home”, or so I thought. He was overseas for three years to earn the money. Our marriage fell apart shortly after his return. Long story short, we divorced and I am now living in a single story townhome, 1134 sq.ft. I was able to pay cash . I still drive my 2005 Camry and I have no debt. I retired a couple of years ago in order to watch my granddaughter two days per week. I’m not rich but I am wealthy and God has truly blessed my life. God bless you and thank you for sharing. ❤️
The two of you are simply amazing and your love and respect for each other is evident! God smiles as He watches you both and I love how you credit him for all you have been through and have now. This was inspiring to watch and hear!
God is great all the time! "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." - Psalms 33:12 just because someone is of a different opinion doesn't mean God doesn't exist. The Lord loves everyone, it's on them to except Christ and want a relationship with Him.
Your story touched my heart, so many of us find ourselves in these situations, no matter how we plan for the future. God bless you both for opening up about how you get to where you are today. You are both two strong individuals. May you both continue to find true happiness. Thank you.
Thanks for your story. I am 60 now. Had a major accident ten years ago and just lost my job three months ago. I feel like I'm all alone in this world until I stumble with your post on rocket stove then your story. Thanks guys for sharing your story.
I found this video entirely by accident but it was a huge blessing to me... I never planned to watch the entire thing but your testimonies were so enthralling that it was over before I knew it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with all of us - God bless you and keep up the good work! : )
Thank you both for sharing your incredible story. I am truly blessed to hear your story. I'm greateful to find and watch this video. Last night I realized how much of my life I have taken for granted living carelessly not saving for a rainy day, taking my health for granted. The miracle is it's 4:00 a.m. and I just watched your video and I realized I need to plan ahead for the future. I had covid 19 and was very ill and came close to dying and I managed to survive but still have long haul challenges with my health. I don't fully understand what's happening to my body since having covid, I have zero energy, I'm spacey and only do the bare minimum. I just had a bunch of medical lab work and everything is dangerously high. I've made my mind up to change my living habits starting this morning with giving thanks to God for strength to do his will for me just for today. You both have inspired me.
Hello from San Antonio,Texas! How interesting this story of your life is.Remember the saying"When one door closes ,another door opens"I have found that saying so true in my life.
God is so amazing and as you say is always faithful. We went through a very similar situation and God opened doors for us along the way too. That is not to say I wasn't scared and tearful many, many days, but God was there directing our path and my hubby of 46 years was there for me, and I for him. You know it's amazing how God puts things and people in our lives just when we need them to learn and grow in faith. God bless you both for sharing your story. Praise God!!! Linda Hardesty
Thank you for such an inspirational story! I'm 57 and am trying to get my husband to start downsizing, and getting out of debt. but he's just not there yet. I'm working on the stuff that he is not concerned about (kitchen, my personal items, knick knacks, etc), but it's still a process. Some days I want to just give up, but then I hear another story from another successful couple, and it gives me the encouragement I need to continue. Thank you so much!
You have been an inspiration to me with this testimony. Praise God, and Bless you for sharing your trials and tribulations and your life through our Glorious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Much LOVE to you both, dear Bill & Elizabeth. Thank you for sharing your story, which brought me to tears. It is so moving and inspirational. Also grateful for your sharing with us about God's loving and divine intervention in your difficult circumstances. I know you are in a better place right now. But I feel the Lord somehow was preparing you for the times we are living today. And now you are in a better place, in the 'right' place, to face whatever it is to come. You are ahead than most of us. I praise the Lord, Creator of all things, for your lives and for having placed you in my way 🌟💜✝️💜🌟
My mom didn't save for her retirement. She's 66. Raised two families on her own. No help from our fathers. Me and my toddler left my spouse. So told my mom lets leave California and go back home to Florida together. We got a 34' RV to live in and move home in. I don't care that I'm 30 living with my mom with my son in a RV. Families are supposed to stay together. My son is so happy having us all together like this. He absolutely loves living in the big bus. That's what we call it. I love living this way. I feel so much stress and worry just gone! Never worry about being homeless anymore. Love it.
Its a good thing that you are supporting your mum its so adorable may God bless you and increase you in Jesus name
My father has a trailer on 12 acres of land that is surrounded by the Sumter national forest and boarders a lake with a 1200 miles shoreline. I was living in Atlanta and wanted to get out of a large city. My mother also thought piano lessons and had about 30 students. I got an emergency call about my mother being in a severe accident. We both could not understand why God would allow this. My mother went to my sisters house after I had taken my mother to 6 months of physical therapy in Atlanta. 6 months later my dad asked if I would like to move permanently to his 12 acres and trailer. I said yes because I love it here. My mother was not happy at my sisters. I asked if she wanted to come live with me. She did and both of us now understand the wreck now. If she had not had the wreck we would still live in Atlanta instead of living on 12 acres and a nice trailer. God is Good!
@Kaptain Kid you're funny
timechanges everybody that’s the way family should be. That’s the way it used to be decades ago.
FAMILY IS EVERYTHING CUZ FRIENDS WILL LEAVE U WHEN U R DOWN & OUT!
I'm watching this incredible testimony in 2021, to God's goodness, despite all the hardship you have had to endure, He has been there with you all the way. May He bless you richly.
" God's goodness ". ???
Did he have no responsibility for their problems, then?
Maybe it was, maybe it wasn't, maybe it was their fault, maybe it wasn't, maybe it was the GOVERNMENT, maybe it was life getting too good. Adversity makes for strong people. The simple easy life makes for weak people. They are together, they are accepting, they are strong. We all go thru hoops. All different. They wouldn't want my problems. I wouldn't want your problems. In the end it's the peace you feel when you say to yourself I lead a good life. Life was good and I am proud to say I did the best I knew how.
At least you have each other my wife passed in July left me with a 1880 sq ft house on the lake. If i could have her back i take her & a tent.
Hi Joseph. I'm sorry you lost your wife. God bless you and keep you. One day at a time with the Lord helps me get through each day. I pray God's abundant blessings on you and your loved ones and give you His peace each day.
joseph keeney I am so sorry for your loss Joseph. I understand your pain. Please know you are being prayed for, and that God is watching over you🙏
my prayers are with you my friend
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@joseph keeney Aw, Sweetie. I hope it's getting a bit easier as time passes. Merry Christmas, I hope your holiday is full of family, love and Jesus.
I am in a bedroom with my husband in our sons apartment. My husband lost his job after 38 years, we used all his retirement to buy a home, that long it's value within one year. We have lost everything, but we h ave God and our faith. Thank you for sharing.
When you have the Lord you have everything because then the whole kingdom is inside of you and He is all in all trust me that's all you need...God bless you
@Samwisegamgee The Brave This isn't grade school and it makes perfect sense. Don't be a troll. Or, if you're going to be a troll, be a better one.
Apostle Paul wrote to the family @ Thessalonica..LETTER # (II) "AFTER YOU HAVE SUFFERED A LITTLE WHILE, HE (God) WILL MAKE THE WAY OUT FOR YOU" get & stay debt FREE! "Neither a lender nor a borrower be" yet " GIVE FREELY" 💞
PSALMS 37:10 11 & 29 YHWH BLESS
Sister trust in the Lord. He will supply your every need in Jesus Name Amen
We sold my mom's home after she died-we were living with her and caring for her because she couldn't take care of herself .Then we moved to another state to live with my MIL since she told us she didn't like living alone and my hubby felt like he needed to take care of her - but that wasn't the case🤷she was quite capable of doing for herself and to end this story- she didn't want us there after a year because of the virus- she lived in constant fear for herself and us- so we are now homeless - my hubby in another state helping his sister and I'm helping my daughter with new baby so I still have a place to live and I'm so grateful- we are trusting God to help us as He always has and does🙏🙏🙏
To tell your story with zero bitterness or playing the victim card is so inspiring. I can’t help feel some shame for my attitude during some of my trying times…..thank you for helping me see a little clearer
"I didn't know that I would become wealthy by losing everything". that is truly an amazing statement, I get that what it means is that you've never been happier😊
To have ever thing, you have to give up everything. I think it's a quote from Confucius
This is the WAY
When you don’t have debt it makes you free. Being free makes us rich! There are plenty of things money cannot buy! If you are rich it can make you comfortable, but you can still be miserable!
I like to borrow this quote you have stated, it's so true and with trusting our precious Lord Jesus Christ fully, we already have everything in Him. AMEN
Bill is an incredibly talented man. It doesn’t seem to matter what part of the construction process it is, he knows how to do it. The journey you have been through is incredible.
I am going to go back and watch every previous episode of your’s , you two are truly amazing people !
That's what I'm doing too, as I just discovered them today. I hope they are making some good income from their UA-cam!
@@SISSYKAY Me too ~ this is much like what we have gone thru, but actually not nearly as
stressfull (except our marriage which did disintegrate after 25 years).... and it's a huge blessing to see how God provided in their more serious emergencies! I feel even more blessed now after watching what these two have gone through! I feel more prepared for what we expect to be happening in the near future as we keep watching foretold events
taking place! This is such a wonderful reminder to make certain our 'tithe-plus' is 'returned'
I am smiling... You sit there, clearly "down and out" but praising God as if you have your celestial mansion already, as if you are so privileged to have the King of Kings for a Father... No worldling can do this! Only a child of the Most High can understand this.😇
I don’t see them as “down and out”! I see God’s goodness!
Came across your story by accident, sorry, God never causes accidents. He knows I needed to hear your story. So, thanks for sharing your hardships and your victories. May God bless and keep you. Many lessons learnt here. Much to think over about the future, and how we plan to live what Scriptures describe re coming events. Love you guys! Argentina may be long distance away, but we are one in the Spirit! Heaps of blessings.
Love you two
Many BLESSINGS 🙌🙏 MAY YOU ENJOY YOUR LIFE TOGETHER ❤ GOING FORWARD 🙏
May the Lord continue to bless you both. I found this by chance and it was inspirational. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️
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Is there any way I know you? Even your kitty and way of speaking us my "owen"? God IS GOOD..ALL THE TIME" YEAH...YEAH...YEAH...LOL God bless you, NY friend.💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊💚🕊😔😔😔😔😔😔💞💓💞💓💕💓💕💖💖💖💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏😘😘
One rule I've always lived by is ...Never Take Anything For Granted. Be it your health, job, finances, home, material possessions, a loved one. Life can change in a heartbeat.
Nederlander so true.
What WISDOM! Thanks.
@@edevos3108 Or the lack thier of
I gust love the to of you l in a bad place with live at moment l am being strong yesterday l fond yous puting in that little log fiers anf it mad me so happy l going to by one put it in for this winter as gets very cold in my van and l have relly bad helth problems yous will never now how much yous made me feel so much better all my love from Scotland
I watch this video about once a year. It’s maintenance for my attitude. I’m 43 and my husband and I have two young children - we just paid off all of our student loans last fall, and are now paying $200 extra each month towards our 15 year mortgage. I have been with you both since your early UA-cam years and you have helped our family change our entire paradigm. Thank you and God bless.
That makes us very happy! 😀
My husband and I were almost wiped out in 2009 from the same circumstances. God was faithful to us as we remained faithful to him. It took us 4 years to restore our credit - but we just bought another house 3 months ago. God is good to His children!
Yes, He is.
What an amazing and humbling story ... one of your greatest blessings is that you have each other and are not alone........Bless you both x
Thank you for sharing. I basically have gone through the same perdictament. My husband passed away and I wound up losing everything. Currently living in a motel. But thank goodness my disability finally went through. So I am thinking of buying an RV, but everyone is telling me don't do that you won't like it. I believe the Lord is leading me to that decision.
How did things turn out?
Go for it! 🙏
Ive been living in a camper for 2 years after the place i was living was flooded. Theres less 2 mess = less 2 cleanup. Occasionally i wish i had a little more room for like a freezer or washing machine but its ok. Figure if flood comes again (have lost home twice d/t floods) i could get someone 2 pull.this camper 2 drier ground
You will love it l live in my van after being together for a long time l was 13 when meet him our oldest child is 34 and l love being in mine all the best to all you lovely people
Consider regulation / maintenance & fuel cost. Stay prayerful & debt free
I don't know why I stumbled onto your story. I'm so glad I did. Both of you are such a good witness for God, our Lord and Savior, this shows just what happens when we let Him do the driving. Happy New Year!
I just found your channel earlier today. I watched every minute of this, and I'm trying to type this through tears (not easy for a 45 year old man to admit). You have worked so hard for so many years, and your story is so amazing and both sad and joyous at the same time. I look forward to watching more of your videos. You are such a sweet couple. And yes, you have wealth greater tthan money could ever provide. I hope you both are still holding hands in your beautiful little home well into your 90s and still enriching our lives with your warmth. Peace and best wishes from Ireland.
PaulMichaels2010 love is everything.
Walked away from your debt. Got a grant. Eady driving. Then 10k back at you. Why complain.
PaulMichaels2010....true their story is amazing and I wish the same for both of them long life is their portion in Jesus name
Jim Serrano .....they aren’t complaining, they are grateful !!!
And they weren't too full of pride to admit what they needed to do!! And was happy & thankful!!
If you're looking for the REAL God of the universe these two know him! Not a phony bone in their bodies! i LOVE these two!! Thank you guys!
What an interesting and blessed story. The Lord works in mysterious ways. And he always comes through at the last moment or actually right on time. AMEN,AMEN.
Bless your hearts! We also learned harsh realities in the 2008 crash. We lost our semi and trailer and eventually lost our home and rental that we were paying mortgages on. We decided to move from Minnesota so we searched Missouri and found a small acreage to buy. My husband did find a job driving truck before we moved and was able to keep that job even after moving down here. Pinching pennies and following Gods guidance, we were able to pay our small place off in 16 months. We know that God brought us to this small acreage as if it wasn’t for Him, we wouldn’t have found it. I stay home now and take care of our place and raise chickens for meat and eggs. Life is good on a strict budget!
Surely you realize that your story has given soooo much inspiration to those who are facing hardship, right this moment, are depressed and ready to give up. You have been a witness to how faith in God and yourself, will see you through.
Amen
Good & faithful Witness
Thank you so much for sharing your story. My husband and I went through very similar storms, and at the end, he became very ill and I lost him too. I'm a widow now, living on a very limited income and have been thinking about RV or tiny home living, and prepping, which led me to your video. My hope now burns a little brighter. Thank you again and God bless you both. Much love from California.
I raised 3 children and now have 6 grandchildren. I worked all of my life, and am now disabled. Be careful how you judge people.
Cathy Perez I am in the same situation. Raised 3 with 6 grandchildren. Worked 22 years. Now on disability from spinal surgery.
I want to scream some times - Never judge!!
Best wishes to you. I’m trying to find a piece of land to share with fellow van dwellers.
Hugs 🤗.
Thank you for sharing your story. It is not an easy thing to be so frank in a public forum, not to mention reopen some painful points in your past. But you guys have given testimony to the power of faith, the strength of human resilience, and a personal history I will most certainly not soon forget. God bless you both, and may you always have days of light and love!
Yes...well said...Bryan Wicks...I will not forget their story any time soon either!
To Eternity 💞 Dear Ones... YHWH bless
@Ricardo Villalbazo Jesus is here over 100 anos' (Rider on the White Horse) poised to do BATTLE 💞
I’m going through a rough patch, and I’m so thankful for your testimony. I’ve had many God moments an I’m grateful for the lessons and the grace he’s gifted me. Thank you for the inspiration. God bless🙏🏽💖
Giselle Gonzalez, all the best to you. Things always work out. Keep your head up. Crystallize your prayers.
@@AllTheBestCO prayers up 💞
Thank you for sharing your story. You've opened my eyes to how folks who DO work hard and "do all the right things" can end up in scary situations. It's very humbling. I'm glad things have worked out for you .... blessings to you both!
Girl you just keep thanking "God" everyday all day. Had 2 strokes majors 13 years ago and many minis and "He" still using me. Amen
Wow! Such a beautiful couple. 💖
I didn't think I would watch this whole thing but I did. Very inspirational video, thank you for posting and sharing your story.
What an amazing story. It’s truly a miracle that you weren’t homeless. And now you have a cozy, quaint, livable home - and an opportunity to help others. I’m glad I found you. 😊😊😊
Thank you for posting this! There's A LOT OF WISDOM here!
2008 was tough times, my dad was laid off with no severance package after working 25 years for GE. He lost everything. We struggled, had to eat at shelters at times. I moved to Alaska and pulled myself out. It was hard. You guys are a sweet couple, keep it up:) I'm planning on creating a camper-van to live in while I pay for school. Loosing everything gives you huge perspective on what it important
San Francisco Love Q
I watched so many loose so much. I too was diagnosed with MS. You are correct live simply, and you do gain so much. I love your videos!
San Francisco Love
San Francisco Love I also live in San Francisco would love to hear from you! Sorry about your Dad!
I don't understand
Bill and Elizabeth, you two look so cute together... when you guys look at each other. can tell that you guys love each other. very much God bless you!!
Thank you for sharing your story! Thank you for giving our Great and Gracious, Loving God the credit! Thank you, Jesus, for taking care of this wonderful couple.
Amen!
Amen!
Amen
God is an amazing God.
Lindy Worthington Amen.
This is my first time viewing y’all, and I love your story. We too were in construction when that hit and now my husband and I are long haul truck drivers, we team drive. We sold everything except what we could fit into a storage building in his mom’s back yard and moved on a big rig. That was 7+ years ago. I’m sitting in a truck stop in Washington state right now waiting to pick up a load later today and head back home to Georgia. We’ve seen God move and make ways for us that we just couldn’t have imagined. He is so good and so faithful, He loves us so much more than we deserve. I have no doubt that God will continue to bless y’all, of course, He will never leave us or forsake us! Thank you Jesus! :)
After our construction business collapsed, I drove for Swift for 8 years. One year OTR, then 7 years dedicated. But now I've discovered You Tube, and two years ago I was able to quit driving because of our You Tube income. :-)!
This is a great story of love, faith, and determination, in every way. Having multiple homes and properties sounds impressive, but you can only live in one home at a time. The rest becomes a burden. Whatever you have, no matter how big or small, must be maintained. Even a single pair of socks has to be washed! This couple has reaped tremendous rewards for their faith in God and each other.
True wealth and happiness has nothing to do with money.
God bless you both. My husband and I have a similar story. We had a foreclosure and lost everything during the crash and a few years later were miraculously able to buy a home. Through amazing grace, we had to invest $500 period. Reading the comments it is obvious that many Christians have gone through similar experiences. God provides for His own and will be with us until the end. God is so good and faithful.
Yes, He is!
Hi Bill and Elizabeth, thank you for your courage, honesty and courage producing this video for the benefit of the community. You are giving me hope that there is a reason for me to be alive (Disabled Veteran) and that life is worth fighting for. May Peace be with you, have a nice Holidays, Ciao, L (from Maine)
I love you guys ,You two are so inspiring, and adorable” I pray God continues blessing you two.
I also would save a little money and then something would happen. I was whining one day to my brother and he told me sis, you need to thank God that you had money to fix things. Praise God!
This video came at the perfect time in my life.
I'm a single mother of 3 children who just decided to sell my home to downsize. It's a huge process as well as depending on God to provide just what we need at the exact moment. I'm in debt above my head..yet still give thanks to God for a roof over my kids heads, and a mom who works hard everyday.
God is so Great and loving.
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Bless the both of you🥰
Happy retirement and health🙏🙏🙏
God is so good and I thank you for reminding me of that. I've seen Him work exactly like this in my life over and over. I have no idea how I ended up watching this video but I thank you both for making it.
I love this video and how much you care for one another and made a bad situation work, one that I realize any one of us could wind up in. Refreshing to see a tiny house video based out of necessity not because it's a trend. Thumbs up and sub.
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robwas I know, right? I was just thinking that!
this couple are blessed, they have been together for 38 years with lots of ups and downs , an their still together, reminds me of my marriage, also 38 yrs accepted i went on dissibility 15 years ago and my wife is now the bread winner, but through a good accountant was able to reclaim $ 15,900 in tax credits from 2002 - 2008 tax free money to put toward our living costs.
Why is it nice to see because of hardship and not because "they just wanted to?" And if you guys would tax your churches and have Universal Healthcare and more social programs you wouldn't have ended up in such a mess to start with. It's not "god", it's a messed up social system and government and people who are too capitalistic.
Everyone has love, commitment and goes through hardship. Four mortgages and bankruptcy was all part of a "god's plan?" Wow.
Great life lesson! God is so good! Praise Jesus!
Praise the lord!!! Y’all have really opened my eyes to what is coming in my life. I’m in a wheelchair and we were gonna get a custom built home for the main things. But, I can redo the trailer I live in now that is paid for and not go into debt. My husband is getting a big pay out for retirement we’re he works. We own the land and the trailer and also enough for my kids to go ahead and get there inheritance. God is great!!! I thank y’all so much for this video. It has really helped me make a life decision. Live simply and live free!!! Luv y’all!!!🌻🌾🌱🌺
What a smart and courageous couple. Wow!
Get married on 21 and lived together for 38 years. Hard to find nowadays. God bless you.
You have the true riches of life - faith in God, peace in your heart and the love you have for each other. That's more than alot of people have. True riches of life.
God Bless you all. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Diversified Acres Homestead you both were definitely Blessed by God. it's been hard on alot of people but prayers and God answers prayers.bless you both.
I am so grateful that after 4 years this incredible, powerful video is still on UA-cam. What an extraordinary testimony of a loving, caring, compassionate Heavenly Father working through two of the nicest, kindest and most courageous of God's children.Thank you so much for the great wisdom, common sense and good judgment you are sharing with your life story. We need this kind of encouragement every day! Thank you so much! You two are very blessed and to boldly put your testimony out for thousands to see is one powerful ministry. We all need to be praying for the 239 people who hit the thumbs down!! They are missing out on the true peace and joy you openly demonstrate. May God continue to shower you with His grace and favor!!!
I Needed to hear/see this today. My husband lost his job due to the Covid-19. He is about 10 years from from retiring. We thought our life was all planned we have our place with a bit of land paid for and had a 401K that we were building and thought things we all set. Our 401K has been hit hard of course and while I know many are facing the similar situations. I appreciated you talking about thinking every time you were able to save some money it seemed like something happened. My worry was/is I need a couple of surgeries and now we not only don't have insurance we're not sure where we will end up. I needed to hear your stories of God providing over and over. Thanks for sharing and know that God has used your story in our life to remind us that he is ready and willing to provide for us.
May Jesus keep you both safe in His love ❤️😊
Boy, this proves we need everyone covered by healthcare! No one in a rich country like ours should be without adequate healthcare. Sure hope this issue is faced and remedied in the coming future. I wish all of you the best at this challenging time!🥰❤️
I just discovered you and you are impressive. I love how you tell your story, stories. You are an example of a solid couple, we dont see that a lot anymore. You are courageous in the personnal storm you had to confront but you are doing it well. You are an example for all of us. Thank you.
Well YES (YOU GUYS TAKE 8) 💞
I am so happy for you two and then to see how God brought you through the difficult times and then you are giving Him the glory, your testimony is such a blessing. Praise God for how He has taken care of you.
I have watched thousands of videos on UA-cam and this by far is the realist one I have ever watched. Bless you two 💖💖
My story is so similar to yours. I had a very successful real estate business that I lost during that time too. I had literally zero income for one full year and was a single mom with two young boys. I went from owning a beautiful house and a vacation house plus 5 rentals to nothing over a period of seven years. It was quite the journey. Somehow God provided every single step of the way. God bless you both for being so faithful and resilient.
Sorry to hear that. But yeah, we can relate!
Thank you so much for posting this. Three years ai experiences my husband having a stroke. He is still paralyzed but God always gets us through. I work fulltime and am his caregiver. GOD HAS BLESSED US MORE THAN WE DESERVE. GOD BLESS FROM KENTUCKY
Thank you so much for sharing your story. Over the past year my husband and I have been going through very similar and stressful circumstances. But, as with you, every time we get to the very point of desperation the Lord steps in and gives us just enough to keep us going. We have only what we need and honestly we see now that it is ALL we need. And like you, we are so grateful for it. I love your videos and am so glad you let us all get to know you better by being so open.
How refreshing to see a couple so dedicated to one another and to making their life work no matter what obstacles they encounter. Thanks for sharing your story.
THIS IS AN AWESOME TESTIMONY TO CHRIST!!! MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS!!!!!
2 people in a single wide trailer and they seem happy.
Six years later I watched one of your shows when you moved into the tiny trailer. I started watching you about 5 months ago and watched you with the house in florida. I'm 79 in 18 days and I so enjoyed your testimony. God is good all the time, all the time God is good. I'm a single woman who has been single for 40 or 42 years. And I have learned as Paul said I have learned to be happy with much and I've learned to be happy with little. And I praise God that you shared with people that you tied even when you didn't think you could afford it. I'm on Social Security and I won't go into my story but suffice to say my savings is not great anymore. But I give God his tithe and give as he leads me and I can truthfully say I am not begging for bread and I have a roof over my head. And I feel I have God's firewall around me protecting me. God bless you and I am so glad that I found you on youtube. I'm going to be contacting you soon about thrive.
So sorry to hear all this, a lot of people lost in 2008 and were faced with the same struggles as you. I wish you both well and always smile, always think positive. Bless you.
Amazing Grace from our Lord! God is good, he does take care of his children. Like my husband and I, you too are rich in simple things.
God Bless you both.
Wow. What a story... Glad you folks turned it around. Wish you the best and thank you for sharing.
Cheers from Sweden.
Listening to your story reminded me of all the times the lord would bless us when we prayed for help when we were in dire need of financial help, and extraordinary things would take place and the exact amounts of money we would need for our bills would come through. It made me cry when I heard your story because I am so thankful for the Lords blessings and knowing he walks with us every day.
You two are a lovely couple and its very apparent that you have a very special love for each other and for the Lord.
I discovered your channel a few days ago looking for cinderblock garden beds. I was pulled into your channel by your spirit. Tonight, I wanted to learn more about your previous tiny house. I can not think if a more appropriate video to watch on Easter Sunday. Your message was God always provided during struggle and God knows what we need before we do. Thank you for sharing your life and sharing God's word.
What a motivational story, your story increased my faith in the Lord. God Bless and may the Lord Bless you. You are rich in your faith which is more important than anything in this world.
I stumbled into your life today, and now you are a part of mine. It was heartwarming to hear your story and I thank you for sharing. Every word that you used to exalt the pure love that God has for us all is the truth by which I also live. Bless you both. Your story is inspiring and I also really love DIY fixer upper things so the tiny home project is very interesting to me.
I enjoyed your video so much. On December 8, 2010, my husband of 27 + years died in his sleep at age 49 completely unexpectedly (the coroner later said Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease was the cause ). The youngest of our 4 children was in his junior year of college and my first grandson had been born 6 weeks earlier. Damon had been the sole provider for most of those 27 years ,working for his father's smallish 8 motel business. He'd believed all his life that he'd inherit this business so we'd never been seriously trying to save for retirement, and even when we did save anything it seemed no matter how much money we had, the world would soon provide us a bill for it- l.o.l. When he died , I believed we'd managed to accrue $150,000.00 ( earmarked to start our own business now that kids were grown ) and that he'd been investing small amounts (2 - 3,000.00 at a time) and steadily making money off this investing. We had a brand new Lincoln Towncar (he said his father had bought for him in cash ), I had a car 4 years old that was paid for, plus we had 2 other old cars. Our modest home we'd lived in for 22 years, at that point ,was less than 2 years away from being paid off.
In the next 3 days ,I discovered there was not one cent of money anywhere, including my own checking account that he'd taken $1,600.00 out of .The electricity , water and cable bills had not been paid for nearly 2 months..nor the mortgage. He'd quit his job in June. All of the money was gone.I had no money for anything, so I decided to get a Title Loan on a car to tide us over until the Life Insurance paid me, IF they paid me. (We'd been supporting the college student and our youngest daughter at the time). I couldn't find the titles, which had always been in my file cabinet under, what else ? - TITLES. I soon found out why when a Title loan company informed me via certified letter that if the $5,000.00 Title Loans plus the fees and interest, that he'd taken out 2-3 weeks before he died, was not paid within 2 weeks that they'd come take both cars. It all got worse from there.
Going through the nightmare tragedy of losing my best friend in the world for half my life and seeing my kids mourn and suffer through that irreplaceable ,incomparable loss; going through the anger and deep pain of each discovered betrayal and lie, , the guilt of wondering what I did or did not do that I should've done differently, for weeks and months I was at my wits end, hanging on by a hair to my sanity . I went through 9 kinds of hell, from not having money to keep going to my pain doctor ,being cut off those meds suddenly after ten years- to the IRS sending me notices, 4 weeks after his death, that they were going to auction off my house...to my dog of 12 years dying in January to....one after another it all got worse...you can't imagine. His father never spoke to me, period. He never even asked how we were, his mother either. If not for my 6 sisters and my four kids and their lovingkindness and care and my reliance on my faithful God, I'd be dead already.
In every instance that I thought "well this is it, this is the end I can't do anymore Lord, stick a fork in me -I'm done", the right thing would happen to get me through to the next ...and next. The right info. would come my way, help with electric bills, how to fight the IRS for my home when I had no part of the whys and how's of the debt and could not afford a lawyer,, a water heater free when water gushed from mine and 2 beautiful friends who installed it.A phone call from the only friend close to me at the time, at the exact moment I was about to ingest a ton of pills and just give up. I could go on and on but....yes, it was God's love and I realized it every time. He was saying to me, 'Stop stressing,crying,worrying .You do your part and follow my guidance when you feel it and tell me your concerns that are bigger than you and believe I will handle them, believe I can , believe that I want to......have faith that I will .... then let go- get out of my way and let me show you how I care for you." I am humbled and touched every time I see God's hands maneuvering things that logically should not have fallen into place for me. I am still in my home that I finished paying off, I am able to pay my necessary costs of living so far and I'm content and at peace 85% of the time , finding great joy in 4 grandchildren and my freedom. Although there are still numerous problems, today, I get out of God's way and pray....and pray. God bless you 2 for telling your story, I too, am far less stressed with far less money and belongings and I plan to live in a tiny home in the near future. The things we try to own on this earth, end up owning us, using all our time buying, caring for, paying the debt for the things we accumulate. By 45 to 50 , you just want to be free of it all. I try to teach my kids this now, early in their lives. We are all so much stronger than we realize and yes, God does care, and hears our cries.
Kathy, your story really touched me. I'm so grateful that our Lord REALLY does care about us and gets us through the really rough times and never forsakes us. May He bring you unexpected joys and constant strength. In His love, Elizabeth
Thank you Elizabeth I hope your recovery is progressing well,( although you seemed to be doing pretty darn good in the video.) Isn't it amazing how true all His promises are, have been and will always be.? "Seek first the kingdom and all other things will be added to you". Life can be so hard and difficult sometimes but I sure would not want to be facing all it throws at me without God. I don't know how atheists do it ! lol. May God continue to watch over all of us .
Kathy Hussey....you are so so strong I thank God for you and for how He has brought you through in such a strong and mighty way may God keep perfecting all that belongs to you in Jesus name stay blessed always
Wow, just wow, what an incredibly sad, incredibly happy, incredibly amazing story. It is true that God will help those that learn to help themselves, also never losing faith and hope can results in amazing ends to a story or beginning lol. Love you both and yes living debt free and not being of materialistic heart and mind is food for the soul. 🤗 Have a great day Elizabeth and Bill.
Wow Thank the Good Lord . Where do you live ? What state ? ♥️🇺🇸💙
I just love this testimony to God's faithfulness !!! I go back and watch it again just as a sweet reminder. Thank you so much for sharing
I watched and listen to you guys speak and I love how honest you both are. I worked starting at 15 yrs of age. Worked hard everyday because that was how I was raised. After marriage and children became homeless. People believe they know but have no idea how life can change for you and the purpose is always clear after you go through where God leads you. Now my life is in Jesus Christ. I now live simple and free. By the way all the children now are grown. I am 65 now. I am a great grandmother and never believed I would see this.
Thank you for your videos and more than that your honesty. God bless you both.
Although you made this video in 2016 I just saw it today - Dec 2019. Thank you for sharing this incredible story. God is using you to inspire others.
I have GOOSEBUMPS!!!! Bless you both!!!!
And now you know... the rest of the story.
Wow. What a story. Thanks. It makes me so grateful for living in the UK. We didn't suffer as much from the crash as you guys and we have free health care.
What a absolutely amazing and beautiful testimony, I love you both you are a amazing couple. I lost my husband 10 years ago and I am still lost without him, no matter what he was my best friend and I always knew what ever happened in my life he was always my rock so I am thanking God for you both to have each other Gods blessings coming your way and I love my life living small , my children don’t but I just look at them and grin when they run into problems guess who they run to ❤️🙏🏻
God Bless You! I needed this inspirational story today. Glory be to God!
God Bless yall... We got sacked this year. My daughter was struck by a car walking across the crosswalk Feb.6 2016.😰 My husband had 2 18 wheeler accidents. Neither one his fault... 😖My brother and him were driving for the same company. They let him go as well as my husband even before a Dr. release 😖.... I HAD EMERGENCY SURGERY.... TOOK 5 and 1/2 hours in recovery. Because i was slipping into accooommmmaaa... And now were scrambling and trusting that Gods still on the thrown. My body is still NOT OK.... Trust is ssssoooo Hard when all you want to do is scream cry WHY!!!!!....
Thank you for your story it is so encouraging. God Bless and keep you. 😇
I hope your hubby gets a job soon. God bless.
Misty Beebe, Lewis, Frith Oh that's all horrible. I'm hoping & praying that there is something wonderful in your future.
Best wishes. I was severely injured two years in a rather silly work accident, breaking one leg in three places and tearing the patellar tendon off completely in the other. Coming back was hard, but I'm able to work again. It took a lot of time, hard work and effort, and the love of family and friends. And yes, faith helps a lot.
Misty Beebe, Lewis, Frith 🌹
Ever After Do you know what the all seeing eye is? If you I use that pic of your eye, ppl will think you are into Satanism or that you are a Lucifarian. Are you? I think that you are not and are just innocent and ignorant to what one eye means.
Your honesty is refreshing God bless you both!
Wonderful story of Gods Faithfulness.... Thank you for sharing.
Always when you work for a living you own it or you work for the other guy. You never have a guarantee you will survive even living careful. Today's business world is not people friendly. Believing in GOD is in your favor. A promise GOD gave us is that nothing will come our way that you can not handle if you rely on him. I know you two are a true example of this promise.
well in the darkest nite he has never left me or forsook me
You guys are awesome. My husband and I went through the same exact situation and listening to your story we kept saying "sounds like us". God is so good all the time . Love your videos.
You know, in the crash of 2008, up in Canada where I am from we were somewhat untouched by it (due to stricter regulation and what not regarding mortagages and loans, ect) By my spouse worked for a company that built luxury grade Windows that catered to the American market. The company laid off 2 thirds of its workers including my spouse, who had worked his way up to a decent wage in the 5 years he was there. It was awful. He found work again, but it was much different hours that we had to work around childcare for our four kids (I work part time) and it was less money. But eventually we did recover and bounce back. We watched on the news all those Americans struggling to eat and living in tents it was heartbreaking.
Good for you guys for being so resourceful and, above all, happy. Your story warms the heart.
That just goes to show how interdependent we all are with this global economy. I'm glad to hear that you bounced back. I believe that if any ONE major economy collapses (like the US or the European Union) we will have a world-wide economic collapse. Any that's very possible, even probable, with all the debt that most nations are now carrying. That's why we are preppers.
Tinyhouse Prepper One more thing, Elizabeth has the most soothing voice. I find it very therapeutic watching your videos and listening to her talk. It's kind of silly, but I thought I'd let you guys know.
Erato IsYourMuse Erato IsYourMuse It's not at all silly, EIYR. It's simply endearing. A wonderful twosome who are drawing us all in with their love and wholesome perspective. It's like a super group hug we dare not disengage from. Feels too good to let go...
Erato IsYourMuse and Cheese, We are overwhelmed by your kind words. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing and God Bless. During this lockdown you will feel even more blessed because you can weather it better that most others. For the past 15 years God taught me to live out of a 45lbs suitcase - im so tight for space that if I buy a new shirt I need to throw one out. I also mostly eat once a day not because I don't have money but because I only eat when I'm hungry. Most of us have too much junk and eat too much because we see or smell food. Wastefulness and gluttony are traits of poor stewardship. You have shown you can be happy with less. Thank you again.
Oh my goodness this story blessed me so much. We lost two homes also in the crash but God has blessed us with three more homes since then here in the Pacific Northwest, He has done far and beyond what we would have ever been able to think up or believe. God is faithful. Your story is such an inspiration and the power of the Lord Jesus in our lives!❤️💖💙
I see that this is from two years ago which means you two got married the same year I did (1979)?
My story is different from yours but I can relate so much to what you are saying. In 2005 my husband and I bought our “dream home”, or so I thought. He was overseas for three years to earn the money. Our marriage fell apart shortly after his return. Long story short, we divorced and I am now living in a single story townhome, 1134 sq.ft. I was able to pay cash . I still drive my 2005 Camry and I have no debt. I retired a couple of years ago in order to watch my granddaughter two days per week. I’m not rich but I am wealthy and God has truly blessed my life.
God bless you and thank you for sharing. ❤️
The two of you are simply amazing and your love and respect for each other is evident! God smiles as He watches you both and I love how you credit him for all you have been through and have now. This was inspiring to watch and hear!
God is great all the time! "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." - Psalms 33:12
just because someone is of a different opinion doesn't mean God doesn't exist. The Lord loves everyone, it's on them to except Christ and want a relationship with Him.
I like the way you thank God. God has blessed you both. Your faith has made this happen.
Your story touched my heart, so many of us find ourselves in these situations, no matter how we plan for the future. God bless you both for opening up about how you get to where you are today. You are both two strong individuals. May you both continue to find true happiness. Thank you.
Thanks for your story. I am 60 now. Had a major accident ten years ago and just lost my job three months ago. I feel like I'm all alone in this world until I stumble with your post on rocket stove then your story. Thanks guys for sharing your story.
❤️😊 Welcome!
I found this video entirely by accident but it was a huge blessing to me... I never planned to watch the entire thing but your testimonies were so enthralling that it was over before I knew it. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with all of us - God bless you and keep up the good work! : )
You two are very inspiring. I'm going to watch the renovation video next.
and god has a reason how i ended up onto your channel, made me cry because i feel the pain
Thank you both for sharing your incredible story. I am truly blessed to hear your story.
I'm greateful to find and watch this video.
Last night I realized how much of my life I have taken for granted living carelessly not saving for a rainy day, taking my health for granted.
The miracle is it's 4:00 a.m. and I just watched your video and I realized I need to plan ahead for the future.
I had covid 19 and was very ill and came close to dying and I managed to survive but still have long haul challenges with my health. I don't fully understand what's happening to my body since having covid, I have zero energy, I'm spacey and only do the bare minimum.
I just had a bunch of medical lab work and everything is dangerously high.
I've made my mind up to change my living habits starting this morning with giving thanks to God for strength to do his will for me just for today.
You both have inspired me.
Hello from San Antonio,Texas! How interesting this story of your life is.Remember the saying"When one door closes ,another door opens"I have found that saying so true in my life.
God is so amazing and as you say is always faithful. We went through a very similar situation and God opened doors for us along the way too. That is not to say I wasn't scared and tearful many, many days, but God was there directing our path and my hubby of 46 years was there for me, and I for him. You know it's amazing how God puts things and people in our lives just when we need them to learn and grow in faith. God bless you both for sharing your story. Praise God!!! Linda Hardesty
To God be all the glory. We trust in Him.
Thank you for such an inspirational story! I'm 57 and am trying to get my husband to start downsizing, and getting out of debt. but he's just not there yet. I'm working on the stuff that he is not concerned about (kitchen, my personal items, knick knacks, etc), but it's still a process. Some days I want to just give up, but then I hear another story from another successful couple, and it gives me the encouragement I need to continue. Thank you so much!
You are so welcome!
You have been an inspiration to me with this testimony. Praise God, and Bless you for sharing your trials and tribulations and your life through our Glorious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Much LOVE to you both, dear Bill & Elizabeth. Thank you for sharing your story, which brought me to tears. It is so moving and inspirational. Also grateful for your sharing with us about God's loving and divine intervention in your difficult circumstances. I know you are in a better place right now. But I feel the Lord somehow was preparing you for the times we are living today. And now you are in a better place, in the 'right' place, to face whatever it is to come. You are ahead than most of us. I praise the Lord, Creator of all things, for your lives and for having placed you in my way
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