“The School Nutrition Association of South Carolina was privileged to hear Joshua's story on October 9, 2011 at our 58th Annual Conference. He challenged and inspired us all by his life. He is the epitome of taking life's lemons and making lemonade. We shall never forget the lessons we learned from him and will be better servants for it. Please keep sharing your message, the world needs to hear it."
Imogene F. Clarke – Conference Chairperson, Vice President – School Nutrition Association of South Carolina
“The story of Joshua Gooding is a story of hope for every cancer patient. You cannot help but be moved and inspired by Joshua's refusal to give in to cancer despite being told twice by doctor's that he was at deaths door."
Randy Redner – Vice-President, Georgia – American Cancer Society
“Recently I invited Joshua Goodling to come to Indianapolis, IN to spend a day speaking to troubled youth in the inner city. I serve as a volunteer chaplain at the Marion County Juvenile Detention Center in Indianapolis. The young men I minister to have great struggles to overcome. It's the common ground of struggle that connected Joshua to the hearts of these youth.
Throughout the day, as Joshua shared his life story, you could see the eyes of these youth begin to open. Their eyes opened to the story of a man who faced impossible adversity and never gave up. They heard his voice and saw his physical frame which although affected by a deadly disease, stood tall before them as an overcomer. It's that story of being an overcomer that these youth needed to hear. Even though some of the guys would snicker when they first saw Joshua, once they began to hear his story unfold they were literally on the edge of their seats to learn from a man who has, with God's help and strength, overcome.
I've heard Joshua speak many times and have used him in my ministry. He has a unique ability to inspire others to overcome trials, never give up and have great faith in God. I've never met anyone else who was given a zero chance of survival, has overcome great obstacles, and has been used in such a great way. I highly recommend Joshua for your next speaking event.
Ken Turner – High Impact Teens and Assistant Director, Fort Bluff Camp and the National Association of Christian Athletes
“Thank you for being our keynote speaker at our 2009 annual conference in Orlando. We appreciate your willingness to share your personal story and allow it to inspire others.
The conference evaluations are beginning to come in and so far they are showing that this is one of the best conferences we have ever had. The positive feedback is because of you and the part you played in making it such a success!
On behalf of the members of this Association, thank you for making a difference in our lives and becoming part of our family. What a wonderful job you did — and how about that standing ovation!?!?!"
Judy Laster – Former Executive Director, Florida School Nutrition Association
“Working in corporate America we are faced with high pressure timelines and many demands which a person can easy get caught up in and can become very stressful. Joshua spoke about finding true happiness in your life and how to focus on the positives within you and around you to bring out the best in yourself and each individual you may encounter.
Joshua is one of the most positive, genuine and encouraging individuals I have ever encountered in my life. He shares his own life's challenges and shows by example how you can turn what the world would view as negatives into positives for yourself and those you encounter in your daily life. Joshua has been handicapped by the challenges he has faced, initially his voice is hard to understand, but he immediately has his audience hanging on every word he speaks. He delivers a very positive message that encourages his audience to look within themselves and find their own happiness from within. I would highly recommend Joshua to be a keynote speaker at your event. I am sure you will have the same positive and encouraging experience I did."
Holly Zulauf – Director, Client Delivery Services, WebMD Inc.
“Joshua is such an inspiration to everyone he meets. I'm an entrepreneur that is building my own company and when I'm having a tough day all I have to do is pick up the phone and call him, he ALWAYS has a positive attitude and something great to say that cheers me up, no matter how down I get. I am constantly amazed at how he remains so positive despite all of the adversities he has to overcome on a daily basis. There is not another person I have met that would compare to Joshua and his outlook on life."
Marci Troutman – Founder & CEO, Siteminis Inc.
“Joshua Goodling was an inspiration and encouragement to our church family. He is a living example of my encouragement to grasp what God has called you to do and not be concerned with difficulties presented. Because of his message, our church was able to invite to our service several people who were either struggling with cancer or were "survivors." Thus, our meeting was both edifying to our church body and evangelistic to our community."
Philip Green – Pastor, First Baptist Church Pavilion New York
“All people encounter life's struggles and setbacks. yet Joshua Goodling captures in words and by example what it means to overcome and live by faith for the glory of God! He is an inspiration to all who hear him. If you want to live an abundant life by embracing ALL that God gives, I highly recommend listening to Joshua."
Chris Jordan – Pastor, Christ Church of Metro Atlanta
"Joshua has a powerful story and he tells it well. It is a story about suffering and the sovereignty of God, and Joshua has integrated the truth of both into his life like few I've known. His joy and clear understanding of the call of God on his life exalt Jesus and display Him for just who He is...our magnificent Maker and King!"
Trent Thompson – High School & Community Pastor, First Evangelical Free Church of Austin
