Listening to Senior Testimonies at Kentucky Mountain Bible College and reflecting back to my graduation 6 years ago. So many people have invested in my life, before college, during, and after. More than anyone else is my family, and your impact is more than I can describe. But if I could name 3 people other than my family that have had the biggest impact on me during college and the years after, these are they:
Mr. Randy Huff, you invested so much in me during college to help shape and mold me into the leader that I am today. You spent hours upon hours helping me to study the Bible in General Epistles, to think in Philosophy, and teaching me how to work with people as Student Body President. I couldn't count the hours you put aside everything else in your busy schedule to work with me one on one. Your investment shaped and continues to shape my life and ministry in a huge way.
Dr. John Neihof, other than my family, I think you have made the biggest impact on my life. You and my father were my favorite teachers, and I learned so much under your instruction. You made me into a communicator and taught me the professional skills I have today. When I started at Mountain Gospel Radio, your wisdom, insight, and encouragement kept me going. You were my advisor and model, and I continue to shape my own classes and teaching after yours. I don't think I'll ever reach your level of exceptionalism, but it's a goal I strive for.
Dr. Philip Speas - You took a great risk and put your confidence in me when it was dangerous. I started at the radio station with little experience, but you believed in me, invested in me, counseled and directed me, and stood behind me to make me successful. You gave me the freedom to fail, the resources to succeed, and the challenge to go farther than I thought was possible. You've taught me a lot and encouraged me every step of the way. Both myself and the radio station are where we are today because of your faith and investment in me.
I praise the Lord for the many people that have invested in my life to make me who I am, and continue to help me grow and develop. Thank you so much for giving of yourself and making a difference in others. There is no way I can ever repay you, but I strive to make the same investment in those God places in my sphere of influence. By God's grace, your investment will continue to reap dividends in the lives of others.
