If Someone Ruins Your Day…. Do This

[@markwhite6782]

Several years ago we went 8 days without power because of an ice storm. I was appalled at how some people treated the linemen and rural electric company because they didn't get their power on as soon as they liked. It got so bad Sheriffs Deputies had to assist the linemen for their safety from threats. Once they made it to our place it was around 11:00AM on the 8th day. Me and my wife did a head count and delivered grilled hamburgers and potato chips to all 5 of them because we figured they were hungry. They were so thankful and so were we. Much respect for all linemen that are out there in subfreezing weather or lightning hitting all around them so that we may enjoy electricity!

[@TheRetiredVeteran]

Did that take place in Missouri?

[@markwhite6782]

@@TheRetiredVeteran Oklahoma

[@Olderwiser77]

Chad that's how you rock the world brother!! The Light of Christ shining upon others!!

[@jeffphillips7277]

Man.....only if we all could forgive. I certainly need to do better. Great message here.

[@jamesmuehlbauer4187]

EXCELLENT TRUCK TALK! ALL HAIL KING JESUS!!!

[@revelationhomestead1776]

I needed to hear this today. Thank you.

[@terrybower4559]

Amen Brother the Holy spirit has our back.

[@Perry-t7m]

Amen brother…they say anger is punishing yourself for someone else’s mistake

[@lonewolfsurvival3453]

Never heard that before, but it makes sense. I like it.

[@robertfrench8469]

​@@lonewolfsurvival3453me neither.. Thanks That's a good one brotha

[@gwnbw]

what do you mean

[@SouthernStorm_61]

God commands us to forgive others in a Godly way. You did good ,sir!

[@jameswatson4110]

I’m 75 years old and a Retired lineman with 40 years of service. In my opinion, some of the best people you will ever meet are lineman. Thanks for giving a shout out. Always enjoy your channel.👍🙏

[@Greg-r1q]

Love wins ❤ God wins ❤ Life is the best teacher 😊

[@makeGODsmile]

Brother Chadd, videos like this are why I subscribe ✝️

[@grantharper7515]

A huge THANK YOU to our Linemen & internet providers!

[@StanimalHuff]

As an agnostic who regularly watches this channel, I completely agree that forgiveness is an amazing thing that I admire about true Christians like Chad.

[@Justin31789]

As a Journeyman Lineman I appreciate the thanks Chadd. I appreciate your service as well. 🇺🇸

[@Jackmerius_Tacktheritrix5733]

You also have a dangerous and vital job

[@Justin31789]

@@Jackmerius_Tacktheritrix5733 It is sometimes but I just try not to think about it and just do it. There are tons of important jobs out there. It takes all of us to keep this country safe and running.

[@paulkersey2179]

As I have traveled the country I am always impressed with you guys.

[@robertlarsen6516]

My Dad did your job for over 40 years. Stay safe, Justin.

[@Justin31789]

@@Jackmerius_Tacktheritrix5733 it is sometimes but I try not to think about it and just do my job. Lots of important jobs in this country and it takes all of us to keep it going.

[@Trey1952]

Hey Chad, I’m a 72 year old Navy Veteran. I really enjoy your thoughts about life in Christ. You’re an amazing young man. Keep up the great work.

[@MarkM-ke6cn]

Yessir. Blessings are sometimes hidden within the misfortune

[@Ghost-mg5xz]

Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference.

[@marilyn4098]

Thank you for blessing that man who is an image bearer of God. Your kindness not only affected him but his family that he goes home to.

[@robertlee9251]

Amen! that pause and realignment of perspective tends to fix the rest of the day.

[@DavidArnold-c8x]

I AM 57. AND THE OLDER I THINK HOW I WOULD FEEL.EVERYONE MAKES MISTAKES.GREAT MESSAGE.✌️FROM PENNSYLVANIA 🇺🇸

[@JoeDobronski]

it's no small thing! these are the exact times you allow God to come through you! that's huge!

[@flyundertheradar-24seven]

God Bless you man. 🙏🏼

[@kahunaal1631]

Great testament.

[@scottywalters8289]

You did a good thing we all make mistakes..God Speed..God is good love you Father..

[@darylneal7033]

To God be the glory!!

[@GradyKirkes]

This is the stuff that needs to be talked about. This is how a country gets changed. Prayin for this new administration, and prayin for a revival in our country.

[@JohnnyTheWrench]

Thank you for spreading the word of Christ and the message of compassion and forgiveness. God bless you brother.

[@MrJunglegem]

Awesome job not wasting a perfect opportunity to share the Glory of Christ! You encourage lots of people including myself! Thank You Chad!

[@briananderson277]

Hey, Chadd. I am a retired Lineman from a rural electric cooperative. I really enjoyed this message. Thank you sir. And thank you for your service.

[@miker9043]

100 % agree , Anger is distructive , find some way to make a bad situation better for the folks hurtin

[@tim4cn759]

My uncle is a lineman and those guys are super important and crazy 😜 but tough people who are crucial to our infrastructure as Americans

[@tims6212]

Amen! That's how it's done, Son!!!

[@hesa3656]

👍🇺🇲

[@holloway1681]

I am a Journeyman lineman Local 1393 and a US NAVY veteran. Jut wanted to say thanks for doing what you do man. You DO have a lot of fans in my industry. I work with a ton of veterans and good old fashioned God fearing red blooded Americans. You met those guys for a reason, so keep fighting the good fight. God bless you and keep the faith.

[@danielking5738]

And that's why we love you brother...few things change the momentum the enemy intends to use in a situation than forgiveness...it's one of the most visible ways to live the Gospel. Keep it up brother

[@ei513563854]

what's your referring to is Grace. and it can only be given when the trespasser has asked for forgiveness and is truly sorry for what they've done.

[@justin.gipson]

You can forgive before they ask. Forgiveness is for you more than it is for the offending party.

[@ei513563854]

@justin.gipson In Chad's case the guy was remorseful... true you can forgive but if the other person isn't remorseful no need to talk about it with him. Make your own peace.

[@AZHarleyman-p8j]

Grace is gifts given undeserved, unearned.

[@OurLifeIs]

Amazing video. I pray that everyone who needs to see this will click on it and that Jesus rests himself on their heart to hear this message! What a great great message!

[@mikeknoll1130]

To me that sounds like a lovely day. Give him praise.

[@gordonvanderelst923]

Good talk! Be the bigger man . Love and forgiveness goes a long way!!!

[@RLH60]

I worked for the fire department for almost 26 years and I saw a lot of our equipment get damaged and sometimes really torn up, accidents happen. I could tell some stories about it but I’m not going to. I saw a lot of really bad things, I could tell some stories about that but I’m definitely not going to. So if you have an accident and nobody was injured, nobody had to go to the hospital, nobody died, then be Thankful for that. Thanks Chadd for sharing your message about showing others the Love of Jesus

[@codybeez9504]

As a Jesus loving, journeyman Lineman myself, it’s always awesome to run into customers who are believers too! But even better when you get to witness to them and show them what it’s all really about! Keep up the good work Chad thank you for your past service and what you continue to do with 3 of 7🤘

[@mikeweaver7747]

LOVE TO WATCH GOD WORK, AMEN

[@oursublimealabamalife9689]

I've done this with my kids. They messed up. Instead of over reacting, I would sit down with them and talk. It blew their mind. You Sir are putting out words of wisdom. Thank you.

[@freebird9278]

The hardest is when they are not sorry and still forgiving them and showing grace.

[@callaseter4811]

This truck talk is right on time , thank you ! 👍🙏✝️💕

[@jhhornsby9963]

The day you put this out my car was hit in a parking lot. I was glad to hear we handled these incidents the way God would have us to. Despite the inconvenience, it was a blessing to be kind to the person who accidentally hit me.

[@albertdale5101]

Spirit moves... He gets the Glory 🔥

[@betty8173]

You turn a mess up into a blessing, praise God!! Praying he has a better afternoon, and remembers the grace you showed him. Thank you, great example of following Jesus.

[@Olderwiser77]

The timing on this video is ironic this morning I got into it with a younger guy at work who doesn't like Trump and then later in the day when I saw him again I went up to him and said hey look I'm sorry you have the right to believe whatever you want brother I'm not going to let our political beliefs between us and our friendships so I apologize and we don't need to talk about politics. You're a good guy and we've been buddies for a long time and will continue to be so. And yes that was the Holy Spirit

[@TTime685]

Sad that you need a "holy spirit" to be empathetic

[@DatKat]

@@TTime685 O your going to need the Holy Spirit trust that

[@TTime685]

@@DatKat You're going to need an English class

[@Olderwiser77]

​​@@TTime685 you don't understand 685, I gave my life to Jesus. He lives within Me. I can do no good without Him. All things good in Christ. It's a humble way to live. I don't want to be that arrogant guy that thinks if I do something good it's because I'm special, because I'm Not. I give God all the glory! We all make our own way in life.

[@jeffselchow5719]

Accidents happen, you saw he was upset about this accident and did not persecute him with a sharp tongue. Good for you Chadd.

[@terryshackelford712]

What a blessing during a catastrophe! Thank for sharing!

[@Spike-w5o]

U choose to be the better Man 😮😊 Amen brother 😊

[@tomquintero7583]

Good message, if you don’t forgive you may not be forgiven.

[@bransonred1]

I was fortunate to have an earthly father that was always guided by our heavenly father that taught me at a young age, that in any situation like this, that it could easily be me making the mistake and to always remember that and how I would like to be treated. So, it really goes back to scripture and do unto others... As I've gotten older it has become easier just to chill out, it's just stuff, it can be replaced or repaired and it aint worth gettin your boxers in a bunch. I've also gotten to where I can't stand to be around short tempered men, and if they're Christian men, I'll show them scripture regarding that and if that doesn't work I'll gladly part ways with them. Good words Chadd.

[@Nonconformist-l3b]

Great truck talk Chadd. Most everyone I know could take a lesson from it. We could all be more forgiving and gracious. Thank you for your testimony and witness. I’m retired from an electric utility company after 33+ years. I was a distribution lineman, service man, local rep and supervisor. I worked a lot of service restoration from thunderstorms, ice storms, heavy snowfall and accidents like the one you talked about. It’s hard dangerous work and you have to keep your mind on your business all the time. I loved working in the field. It was very gratifying with a great sense of accomplishment. I’d have to say for the most part people are very grateful and happy when their service is restored but there are alway some who wouldn’t be happy no matter what’s done for them. Thank you for recognizing the linemen. Keep up the truck talks!👍

Mercy is a great strength, viva cristo rey!

[@Billgibson-zh1zp]

No doubt, this sounds like a blessing in disguise!! If the gentleman hadn't accidentally backed over your transformer, you probably wouldn't have met and fellowshipped with these Georgia Power lineman!! GOD is Great!! 🙏🙏

[@charlesd6459]

Good reminder to us Let us try to walk in the light of Christ He will temper our minds so that we can be more compassionate to others

[@shanebrbich5698]

Happy Inauguration Day Chadd! 👍🇦🇺

[@ThorandSharon]

Great perspective on being open to the Holy Spirit when conditions are difficult! Thanks for sharing.

[@ericcarlberg5895]

Much like a battery - There is a positive and a negative. Together they create power. Thank you for sharing the switch CW.

[@mattbutcher81]

Great word. Thank you for sharing

[@FROOBELINKALIKAT-p9z]

There is some meaning to find that situation...without power ❤🙏⛪

[@JamesBria]

Great truck talk, last week the plumber in my house remodel drilled through some electrical lines. I was totally cool about it and just said, these things happen, no problem, I'll just change out that line of wire. A little bit later we were all talking and I told him, if I was 30 years old I'd probably be pissed. But now at 56 I am mature enough to see how much better things like this can be dealt with and everyone is better off for it. JB

[@DALDO135]

Great truck talk, Humbleness can be a real Virtue. Sometimes it can be difficult... just my opinion...👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸🙏

[@martinparmer]

Chad, isn't it amazing how doing the right thing always turns out to be the right thing. I'm glad you do this channel, sir. Much blessings to you and your family.

[@jimrow9365]

Praise God.

[@tentwarmer9805]

It's been a great day! Thank you, Lord! Praise HIS NAME!

[@RobertJones-hm4zt]

You all were fed by the Fruit of the Spirit. What a meal to share!

[@driveyoutransportation4394]

Pretty cool that something great came from an accident. Good reminder. Good mindset. If anyone experiences an accident on their property to their property, you could file a homeowners insurance claim, some things even under a renters policy as well. Its not ideal to file any claims but it could replace the generator. It also helps to forgive quickly when they are really sorry.

[@janetatkinson9023]

❤ These Truck Talks

[@wabashriver4700]

Very well said

[@johncole3010]

I was at times an angry veteran and then I learned the hard way that it only complicated / shortened my existence. I gave up control to Jesus and treated others as I would want to be treated w/ compassion and love. These are the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Thanks for sharing and blessings are coming in ( for when it seems as all is lost and your at the lowest) a breakthrough is near if you pass the test.

[@JamesDavis-jo9tk]

My mom would always say "you are always capable of blessing someone regardless of the situation, and likewise with forgiveness. Forgiveness is not a weapon to be used against someone else, it is the exact opposite, it frees the soul from troublesome burden when it is meant from the heart". The key is meaning it from the heart.

[@ujdd201]

Amen! I struggle with forgiveness towards others, but especially have a difficult time forgiving myself. I remember and revisit stupid mistakes of mine I should've let go of long ago.

[@kylezylstra2596]

Great story! Reminder of what the power of the Holy Spirit can do through us when we don't put ourselves first

[@rjhayter32]

God Is So Good and always in charge, he was testing you and you shined thru like a true Christian.. may god continue to bless you

[@JohnWayne-b9s]

best truck talk yet keep it coming helped me look at things from a different way

[@jelig72]

Humble men and the most high. Thanks for sharing.

[@jeffwesthof8018]

The timing of this message was impeccable. Thank you Chadd!

[@carvr]

Love you Chadd! Thanks for ministering to us today the way you often do! May God bless you even more!!

[@meister241]

Thanks brother love and prayer prevail over hate and frustration

[@MM-ex4gg]

Great message! I hope people can remember this in the moments they need it

[@Julian-bq9qv]

Mercy given can be repaid by mercy shown to us. And God revealed Himself to you in all the surrounding events and people!!! Hope your power stays on and that all is well with you, with the linemen, and the man with the trailer. God bless you all.

[@heatherbrooks8918]

Wow, that is crazy and cool. At church / lifegroup this week, we are discussing Truth and Grace. And a guy asked specifically how we actually approach people about God and sharing God with others. And I said well you can't just beat down someone with the Bible. But rather thru showing Grace and Truth, an opportunity will usually arise, and the Holy Spirit will move you to act. And that sounds like exactly what happened here. Pretty cool. I will share this with him. ❤

[@The1PBR]

Thank you for sharing this. The timing was impeccable! God bless!

[@staceywidener8353]

Thank you!

[@joyceanderson14]

Good on you Chadd. Many others would've carried on, making him and the situation worse. God bless the linemen!

[@jamesbohling4864]

Just want to say i appreciate you and the talks not being a click bait channel.

[@woodsinme]

Good word Chadd.

[@bryansollenberger7534]

Maybe one of the best pieces of advice I have heard from you, Chad…great reminder to take care of our fellow “good” man.

[@TheTexasẼnïgmæ]

What an amazing message … so grateful you shared brother

[@Appal-g1x]

Your day with the others was pleasing to God. That’s how God wants us to react when something bad happens that could have been a bad day for everyone. The Holy Spirit was working in you when it happened & you obeyed Him. A testimony that will spread to others. Thanks for sharing it was a bad day for me with the inauguration fiasco. I didn’t watch it but your day was more important to God than any thing happening there. Gives us hope in people around us.

[@elijah2078]

Well said Chadd!!!! Always try to be Christ like when the situation arises.

[@ncrollberg360]

Thanks for the reminder. Family posting negativity on FB about the election results. Kind of upsetting, but walk in Love.

[@wdwindowanddoor7951]

Best truck talk to date.. well done young man.

[@breeze68025]

God bless you and yours. Thank you for sharing.

[@jhtnpa]

Excellent attitude. Thank you for putting your perspective out here.

[@davegallucci9327]

Good talk Chad , a kind word can make all the difference! 😊

[@sylvesterbestertester1013]

Best video I've seen today. I'll borrow some lyrics here from ETW: As I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I forgive, so I can be forgiven when I take my last breath. And Christ forgives all for good to those that ask him and have faith in who he is and what he did.

[@chato12377]

I am studying Luke right now. Luke 6:37 Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven. Good for you Chadd.