From Polio to Papua | Running on Broken Legs: Episode 1

"Take an under-sized five-year-old farm girl, give her polio that not only crippled her but nearly killed her, then give her an impossible dream. In her childhood and again as a college student she will rebel against the plan. Finally, she embraces it. It led her to one of the most primitive, rugged places on earth, and a life that brawny international explorers would envy." - Elinor Young.
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[@Heartcrymissionary]

All seven episodes are available on: heartcrymissionary.com/missionary-spotlight/elinor-young-episode-1

[@GisellVe]

Is this available in Spanish?

[@colombia2009ish]

This is very edifying and helpful. Thank you :)

[@JeremiahKalani]

Sister Elinor thank you for your service for our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Alleluia Lord Jesus Christ

[@ElinorYoung]

It is pure joy to serve Him! True, sometimes with struggle, but Jesus is worth it all!

[@JeremiahKalani]

@@ElinorYoung Amen

[@giselerichard2743]

What a blessing to hear about how God used you as a weak vessel, but gave you His strength through what He called you to do! May God use this story to encourage more people for missions wherever they are.

[@ElinorYoung]

Yes, Amen!

[@emilyzheng8835]

❤❤❤I love this message ❤❤ ❤

[@ElinorYoung]

@@emilyzheng8835 I'm so glad.

[@allanholly]

The only true disabilty is being without The Lord. ❤️ Love this lady. ❤️

[@sarahgrover3620]

AMAZING privilege to get to hear how God formed a little girl into a woman of God and conformed her to the image of Christ. Thank you for the interview 💝

[@natashakruger490]

What an absolute blessing to have had the privilege to listen to this! Thank you! God is good ALL the time! ❤

[@Pananampalatayaupangmakilalaan]

Grabe, 'Reckless Love' talaga ang kantang nagpaparamdam sa akin ng walang hanggang pagmamahal ng Diyos! Walang kapantay ang pagmamalasakit at pag-aalaga Niya sa atin, kahit gaano tayo kahina. Salamat, Panginoon, sa Iyong dakilang pag-ibig na walang kapantay! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZ3Mmppnq7elr9k

[@storm-u1b]

Blessed is the Lord who raises such sons and daughters for His glory. What an incredible story, what a strong woman.

[@ElinorYoung]

Incredible story, yes. Strong woman, no - but God promises that His strength will be seen in our weakness as we give it to Him. Amazing!

[@paytonclark9121]

Only 8 minutes in and I was bawling like a baby. I could hardly get through this one without tears. Glory to God, pray he revives this nation to what it once was💔

[@clarkkent3730]

Amen.... Totally agreed❤

[@JosephDantic]

I think brother Paul was just holding his tears. I'm so blessed to hear this to God be the GLORY 🙏❤

[@Homemakermomma]

Listening to these short recordings with amazing people after Gods heart is so refreshing and much needed.

[@vernersaide3859]

Glory be to God! This precious testimony is my most blessed gift on my birthday today. My soul has been greatly blessed. Thank you.❤

[@ElinorYoung]

It warms my heart that you were so blessed!

[@MaryFont62]

God bless you and keep you ! Many happy returns of the day!

[@vickimoran2314]

“God uses little things” Listening to God’s faithfulness in all the little details is so encouraging. Thank you for sharing .

[@ElinorYoung]

Yes, that's key - God faithfulness in all the little. Little to us, but nothing is to Him.

[@cjcoffman8682]

What a wonderful testimony. I had Polio in 1952 in San Antonio TX @ age 2, but have lived in Washington State since 1958. My parents had the same attitude and I was never treated as disabled.

[@thecrew777]

Thank you, Elinor (if you ever read this) for sharing with us the way God moved your life to do such amazing missionary work. It reminds me of Isaiah 55:8 "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways, My ways" declares the LORD." I think I needed to hear this.

[@ElinorYoung]

Yes, I did read this. Thank you for the warm encouragement. Isaiah 55:8 is a perfect verse to express what God has done.

[@marwaghongbuz1572]

He make her weak so that His power will make her strong. How wonderful to know that God used the weak and train them to depend upon Him alone.

[@keithburrows6458]

Praise the Lord. It’s amazing how God uses a weak vessel for His glory. ❤

[@stephensonvarghese7241]

Amen, Praise the Lord. All the glory and honour to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

[@lucasriquelme1565]

Our God is wonderful ! It is beautiful history. How great is our Lord Jesus. 🙌🏻Chile

[@ColtenHood]

This made me cry and laugh at the same time! God is so good! Thank you brother Paul and sister Eleanor!

[@abenezerayalkebet3408]

Wow what a wonderful testimony. That is the true Christian life. I just wanna forget all my prayers and just wanna be a true Christian.

[@ElinorYoung]

Don't forget your prayers - but do turn them from "ask" into praise and submission.

[@jlewis8145]

These are some of the most touching interviews I have seen in a long time. I've watched all of them once. To God be all the Glory! 🙏🏼

[@MlondiHlophe-cw9hp]

I love how they listen to each other. This is a real conversation.

[@ElinorYoung]

Yes, it was real. Not rehearsed, and I didn't even get the questions ahead of time. It was on-the-spot real.

[@RhythmandRootsCollective]

So excited to see this! My kids and I are reading the Bible visual aid on her !

[@ElinorYoung]

♥

[@SJ-fj1cj]

Our family has been serving in Papua for a little over a year. It is so hard I don’t know how I’ll get through the day at times. But hearing your story gives me courage to face tomorrow.

[@Heartcrymissionary]

That is so great to hear. I think this film may encourage you as well heartcrymissionary.com/films/jesusisworthit/

[@ElinorYoung]

God bless you! Yes, some days were very hard, but the Lord always made a way. I'm sure He does for you, too. One day you'll be able to look back and see the wonderful things He was doing.

[@christinemckinney4588]

I have read your book, Elinor, and it is such a blessing to hear you and Brother Paul! I cried and laughed. I really appreciate the part you shared about the little, unknown Chinese man who said, "Whom the Lord calls He will use"! I love it! I am weak in health, and it gives me more hope that God can still use me for His Great Commission! I thank the Lord for you both! And I appreciate you, Brother Paul saying that God puts that inner earnestness inside of those He calls, and it is confirmed by godly people. Again, God is using you to push me to be a tool in the hand of God, rather than think my life is over and I am useless. Yesterday, as I was interviewed by an elder for membership at my new church in Virginia, the elder gave me hope and this interview is a confirmation. I don't know if this makes sense, but I am crying in gratitude for how God works!

[@ElinorYoung]

Thank you so much, Christine. "Urgent earnestness" - don't you love that description?! Yes, that's what God puts in the hearts of those He calls. Thank you for sharing all of this with me. Yes, it does make sense. God will surely guide you along His path for you. May this be the beginning of the next step.

[@marcosobreque3981]

Wonderful 😭 Praise the Lord for his Kindness and Mercy!

[@paulaporco8106]

Thank You, Lord, for Elinor's and Pastor Paul Washer's lives! Teach us how to follow Your Will with Courage and True Love! God bless you, dear missionaries!!!

[@thiagoemanuel8607]

Praise The Lord for the media team, also! It's great encouragement what is being put out!

[@kathylindsey1046]

Precious woman ❤

[@MommaT1970]

I’m so uplifted. Thank you for sharing this. God is soooo good ❤️

[@banderaenalto]

Gracias, he sido grandemente bendecido con esta entrevista, me encantó. Dios lo hizo de nuevo.

[@ing-mariesilwer8555]

This womans testimony is so fantastic!! What a blessing she is! The interviewer are also doing a very good job. Listening from Sweden

[@vedastehabarurema989]

That's super amazing to hear such kind of testimony, as a Rwandan missionary it's very encouraging.

[@SomeOrthoBro]

What a testimony. A wonderful, and encouraging story. Bless her heart!

[@mokotedimafora]

The epitome of storing up treasures in heaven.

[@wyopeg8867]

We were saved in Melbourne, Australia, in 1973 and came to know Jessie Williamson who was from our church. I’m pretty certain that Miss Young knew her and can’t wait to hear more of the story! God is such a good Father!

[@ElinorYoung]

Absolutely I did! Jessie left working in the area of the Dani tribe and moved to Korupun among the Kimyal people. That's where I was - Korupun. Jessie was an amazing warrior/nurse for the Lord. And cared so deeply for the Kimyal people, both treating them and training ones to do basic medical work in outlying valleys. I have her photo up in my room here in my home.

[@wyopeg8867]

Thank you so much for your reply! Jessie was a huge blessing to me as a baby Christian, and I know how valuable she was on the field! The Lord is using your testimony! I saw an earlier video about you and your field, but I haven't been able to find it again. Maybe you could tell me what to search! May the Lord bless you!!!!

[@ElinorYoung]

@@wyopeg8867 Was that "Bad Legs" - Elinor, a Missionary Story" ?

[@wyopeg8867]

@@ElinorYoung I saw the episodes on Heart Cry (KZbin.) What a blessing it was and now I’ll go to your website for more.

[@wyopeg8867]

@@ElinorYoung I have watched that and have been so blessed by the interviews by Paul Washer lately! I'm sorry I didn't reply quickly - it just got away from me. Thank you for serving the Lord in the way you did in Irian Jaya and for your example in continuing on! We loved getting to know so many people who had served on the island, and it was an important part of our early life in Christ! Wish we could chat!

[@nzayihimbazamerveille1500]

Glory to God alone for His amazing work. He uses weak men/women to accomplish His work. Ohh how faithfully he is!!!

[@rosefrancisco8433]

What an inspiring story! Thank you for sharing. I am amazed for your faith! God is truly working in a mysterious way.

[@ElinorYoung]

My faith is nothing that God hasn't granted. He is the God of abundance.

[@ashlymanosca]

"whom the Lord calls, He will use." Wow. Thank you for this, Miss Elinor Young. Your life is a living testimony of God's love and care for His children. God bless you. I also highly appreciate Pastor Paul Washer's insights and genuine heart. God bless you as well, pastor.

[@eetadakimasu]

This is a woman after my own ❤️! God bless you!

[@ElinorYoung]

He does!

[@ginitarodriguez541]

Gracias pastor Washer por entrevistar a esta mujer tan importante para Dios, quien hace grandes cosas, de cosas y personas sencillas que verdaderamente lo aman. 🙏🏻🇬🇹

[@natyo2578]

Que belleza de testimonio,me infunde tanta fe... gracias mil gracias por compartirlo

[@karenjacobs1833]

Love you sister Elinor.. This story was so precious for me to listen to.. Thank you so much and bless this beautiful lady for being such an encouragement to us all thank you Ps Paul Washer 🙏♥️

[@ElinorYoung]

The Lord told us to encourage each other, didn't He?

[@WalkinTruth839]

Such a blessing. Thank you for this. May the Great commission continue...

[@Jennifer-qo4kz]

God blesses me with her story. What a servant of God.

[@kamilakovacova7139]

Thank you for sharing this testimony! Our Lord is wonderful and His ways are so profound. I pray, as you said, that we - today’s evangelicals - would be all about the Great Commission.

[@carolinab.a.2828]

❤❤❤❤❤❤so much encouragement!

[@jessicareed5770]

Such a blessing to hear the testimony of God working mightily through this dear lady!

[@patrickbrowne4606]

Our God is GOOD. 💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@sherryhaines4818]

What a beautiful testimony of hearing the voice of God admist opposition.... Praise God sister for your obedience.. You will greet them in Heaven...

[@idahojoe8232]

Thank you❤

[@alenazima7474]

It was such a blessing to listen to this wonderful story of God’s love and care in His children’s life

[@brendadundar2390]

What a beautiful soul💛 This great woman of God showed extraordinary strength..she gave ALL of herself. Serving in missions is so much more gratifying...her reward awaits for her in heaven, God has a special crown of glory for her..may she be blessed today and always.🙏

[@melaniehart8832]

Thank you! Loved this! Looking forward to the next episodes! God is AMAZING! I love testimonials.

[@danastalyn]

It reminds me of the story of the missionary who was missing a leg, and when people would ask him why, with his challenges, he would take upon himself such an arduous job, he said: 'well, I didn't see people with two legs volunteering.' Really, sometimes I feel so 'rich' I have choices. I can go wherever I want, do whatever I want. Those who are 'poor', wait in the Lord, because they recognize they have nothing outside of Him.

[@ElinorYoung]

Love this. Thank you for relating it!

Do you know the name's missionary? Please

[@SandraLopata]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. This was such a testimony of Gods love. It led me to tears and joy. I love you both,your obedience to God is unmistakable.

[@davidmerriott7356]

Wow. Praise God. Look at her joy and submission to our great God!

[@manjugu6881]

Wonderful! Thanks to God.

[@Mariocsalmeida]

Amazing story from this great woman !

[@ElinorYoung]

An amazing story about our great God.

[@siyandlovu_12]

Amazing🙏

[@NatalieRoman11]

Thank you for this testimony. It has blessed my heart. Praise God for His faithfulness!

[@joelfields9807]

A true hero of the faith thanks for sharing!

[@brendastover8761]

It is a wonderful and inspiring story. God answers prayer.

[@achsahalex6725]

Praise God for this blessed testimony..Thank you Pastor Paul and dear ma'am ..very inspiring..There's so much joy and love on your face.❤

[@janetadams1832]

Praise to our LORD! Thank you for sharing.

[@NovaChristiePierRanuJoeDavidDb]

Amazing stuff. All the episodes are inspiring

[@chrisbolin5867]

I'm so excited to see this! I have been waiting to watch since it was first announced in the Heartcry magazine. God is faithful! He causes all things to work together... What a precious servant of the Lord! Brother Paul, what a statement you made, "Apart from His grace, I'd be unbelieving." How true.❤

[@hisworkmanship7258]

Seeing the interaction between brother Paul and sister Elinora was simply beautiful praise God

[@kramsdrawde8159]

Praise GOD for Elennore and others exactly like her, all with stories unique to only themselves.

[@nancystrobel1574]

Such an amazing God story!!!

[@RaquelMarcaccini]

Praise God!! 🙏 what a beautiful testimony.

[@voicecryinginthewilderness]

Absolutely wonderful, very uplifting, Praise the Lord!! God bless you sister Elinor! What an inspiration in so many ways!!

[@alexcamarill0]

Loving it!!!

[@ashlymanosca]

Wow! Philippines?! Pastor Paul Washer, I am from Manila. I have been praying to God, telling Him to allow me to meet you soon. I want to know more about Christ and I praise and thank God for giving me a spiritual leader like you. God bless and stay healthy! 🙏🏻🤍🕊️

[@thiagoemanuel8607]

This is amazing. Praise be to GOD!

[@yolandamoya6410]

Gracias Señor por el testimonio de tu hija Amada qu su Fe fortaleza es y siempre será usted. Altivo Soberano Señor creador del universo 🙏 🙌

[@anaapril3955]

The best story I've ever heared

[@beckprice1858]

Fantastic! I love that you guys did this!!!!😍

[@saritamaclachlan3480]

Praise the Lord!!!

[@naomi8097]

I loved hearing this story. ❤

[@israelvelasco4636]

Que bendición . Me gustaría que pusieran todo esto en español ya que no hablo inglés. Sigo al hermano vPaul en todo lo que es en Español. Bendiciones

[@dorcas7494]

Si yo también solo entiendo poco pero aún así la estoy escuchando

[@ashlymanosca]

"If you don't accept me, somebody else will, because I know that that's what God wants me to do." Wow! This is so powerful. 🤍🙏🏻🕊️

[@laurieweideman9607]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@StephenLoney]

This has been a timely encouragement.

[@CoffeeChai]

Going through a time of questions,doubts and reasoning Still keeping routine and discipline of prayer and reading the Word etc... That was an encouraging testimony or discussion †

[@anonymous-yc8co]

praise God.

[@deltatheintp0263]

Wow!

[@niyobyosecardin3543]

Amen. Glory to God Listening from Rwanda.

[@trainwellracewell]

The story about the Chinese man calling people to respond to missions brought tears to my eyes

[@annnaidoo7148]

Thank you Br Paul for this heart warming testimony you're both a blessing to listen too. Can't wait for the next episode. God bless he gets all the Glory ,honor and praise 👏 ❤

[@carolgomezontiveros]

Gracia y Paz queridos hermanos . Es todo por Gracia. A Él sea la gloria. Amén

[@83Jnorth]

I love hearing this, I experienced many similar things when I became paralyzed at 25 from a strep infection. Thank you for sharing.

[@ElinorYoung]

[@ChrisCloudStaringAtFire]

Beautiful story! Can't wait to watch the rest

[@ThyNotI]

Just wanted to share with Paul that I love him and thank God in prayer He made him one of my teachers. Thank you.

[@De1taX]

Amazing!!! 🥲😢😢

[@justkarl.]

God bless ❤❤❤❤❤

[@Nelao-m9b]

So refreshing ❤

[@LevykhellyDennisjacob]

_Same like a young boy David no one believe in him that he can defeat Goliath. But God is with David. God shows how powerful He is. Even story about Gideon 300 Israelites soldier over a thousands Midianites soldiers._ _'Whom God calls, He will use.'_

[@SanMan-v7n]

Ohh, the ways GOD can use a willing Spirit.

[@dontbeabeta4212]

Beautiful