Comments on: A Brave Woman, Mature Beyond Her Years

By: Scott

Scott — Mon, 19 May 2008 19:35:03 +0000

I saw Dateline’s program on the case of Mistaken Identity almost 2 months ago. As a father, the story moved me deeply. I have often thought about all that Mr. Van Ryn went through emotionally. I don’t think my heart could tak the rollercoaster of emotion that he rode.

I don’t pretend to have any kind of special knowledge of God’s plan(s)…but that being said, I think it is very possible that the tragedy the Van Ryns have suffered was part of God’s plan for the sole purpose of giving Lisa Van Ryn to the world as a role model for Christians. With the continuing devolution of morals, ethics and Christian principles that we as a society are experiencing today, God has given us Lisa Van Ryn as a shining example of what a Christian should be. Her faith, her compassion, and her ability to love unconditionally were beyond inspiring.

I thank God for giving us Lisa, and I thank Lisa for being the example that she is for Christians around the world.

By: Bobbie

Bobbie — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:15:47 +0000

Wow I have alot to say about both of these families. Thank God for people like you I don’t know where to begin. This story touched me in such away I can’t even explain. When I heard you had a book on it I rushed home from a 48 straight shift to the Christian Book store. I can honestly say this is the first whole book I have ever read in my lfe and I am 37. Amazing. I cried my heart out for both families through the majority of it but I can say a job well done.. God Bless both of your families as they try to heal.

By: Marge H.

Marge H. — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:10:32 +0000

I just finished reading “Mistaken Idenity” and was completely overwhelmed. My God is an awsome God who blesses His children. Not everyone would agree with the way you chose to lead your life with God in control. But I do. i too have gone thru my own tragedy of loosing my parents to murder and loosing my husband of 25 years one year later. God is so good in guiding our lifes and giving us peace in the midst of the storm. Thankyou so much for your testimonys of faith and giving hope to those who do not know The Lord as we do. God Bless You All!

By: Andres G.

Andres G. — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 22:19:45 +0000

I was amazed with Lisa’s responses. She is such a sweet, intelligent and remarkable woman. Both families are such an example to follow, I can not say enough about how they made me feel and think about the priorities we all should have in our lives. God Bless all of them. I just wish Lisa wouldn’t have closed the blog. I would’ve liked to send her a message.

By: Michael

Michael — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 02:41:24 +0000

Jesus had this to say: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Lisa, I know of no finer example than you. Don, you have brought up a godly family of such character I know not what to say. My heart breaks for everyone involved, and yet I am so thankful to have been adopted into the same family. Grace and peace, Michael

By: Carol

Carol — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 01:03:14 +0000

I just want to praise the Lord for the Van Ryns and the Ceraks. Their wonderful testimony and how they have touched this Jamaican and I’m sure many others around the world. Lisa is indeed a remarkable, spirit-filled young woman and I thank God for her life and pray that she will continue to bless and reflect the glory of the Lord. I would also like to praise both sets of parents for the great job they evidently did in bringing up such beautiful children in the Lord. Their children bring them great credit, especially the incredible Lisa. Whitney, may God bless you while revealing to you the reason He wanted you to stay on earth a while longer.

By: Nelson

Nelson — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 18:53:35 +0000

What a remarkable woman you are Lisa.. god bless you!

By: hopewithfaith

hopewithfaith — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 01:52:25 +0000

I am not good with words but i also watched the interview. I wish peace to Laura and am so sorry for her death, as well as the death of all the accident victims. I am sure Laura was a women devoted to God and peace from the example her Parents set along with her sister, they have served her bravely. To the Parents of Laura, i am sorry. I will pray for the Mother and Father of Laura as well as Lisa. I want to say that that it seems like Laura was close to God and that her death has served as a call to God for many that read or watch this tragedy, so in a way Laura lives on in her ability to change lives through her story. The Cerak family was equally as graceful in their love for God. I am grateful for the chance to see families devoted to a loving and caring life, a life committed to God above all else and centered in kindness while here on earth.

By: Dawn Peery

Dawn Peery — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 23:25:03 +0000

I was moved by Lisa Van Ryn. She is someone I would love to meet. You (Lisa) are an inspiration to so many people by just being you! Lisa, if you see this, I hope you hear all these words that have been said about you and realize all the good you brought to many people. Not only did you touch Whitney’s life but you touched all of our lives by telling us your family’s story. I truly hope to meet you one day so I can tell you in person how you touched my life.

By: MaryBeth Zadorozny

MaryBeth Zadorozny — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 14:12:01 +0000

I have to agree, Lisa has been a remarkable young lady. I got the book yesterday and I’m just about done reading it. If only I could be as strong as she has been and continues to be. It truely is powerful how God’s Grace is truely at work all of the time. I too was hoping for an email address for Lisa so I could express my thoughts and feelings how how remarkable I think she is. God Bless to all of the families involved!!!