At the age of two Ben Underwood was diagnosed with retinal cancer and had his eyes surgically removed. Three years later he found a way to communicate with the world; a way to see without eyes with a technique called echolocation (generally use by dolphins to communicate). Through this mode of detection he possessed the ability to locate and identify objects around him by frequently clicking his tongue. With these clicking sounds Ben could identified the location objects and employed this information, through the agency of his hearing, to navigate freely.
Close to a year ago I remember watching this story and being perfectly amazed by the power of determination of mankind. There is something special God gives, that in the moment of deficiency we can utilize an ability to see the world through different venues. Ben Underwood is prime example of God’s quality to circumvent disability.
Sadly, I discovered last night, Ben Underwood went home to the Lord on January 19, 2009 at the age of 16, passing away from the same cancer that claimed his sight. He was a scientific breakthrough to some and incredible to most. To me he is the demonstration of accomplishment by surrendering to what is and using what is already possessed.
Right before he passed his mother, Aquanetta spoke to him moments before his passing:
"I said, 'Ben, it's okay, you can let go,'" Aquanetta said. "'You don't have to hold on for mommy. Just remember, when you get there, tell Jesus to have that place right beside you for your momma when my time comes.'"
In that ‘Great Getting’ Up Morning’ she will see her son again. When the first trumpet sounds and the dead in Christ shall rise we shall all behold the Lord face to face. That is: when we all get to heaven.
Close to a year ago I remember watching this story and being perfectly amazed by the power of determination of mankind. There is something special God gives, that in the moment of deficiency we can utilize an ability to see the world through different venues. Ben Underwood is prime example of God’s quality to circumvent disability.
Sadly, I discovered last night, Ben Underwood went home to the Lord on January 19, 2009 at the age of 16, passing away from the same cancer that claimed his sight. He was a scientific breakthrough to some and incredible to most. To me he is the demonstration of accomplishment by surrendering to what is and using what is already possessed.
Right before he passed his mother, Aquanetta spoke to him moments before his passing:
"I said, 'Ben, it's okay, you can let go,'" Aquanetta said. "'You don't have to hold on for mommy. Just remember, when you get there, tell Jesus to have that place right beside you for your momma when my time comes.'"
In that ‘Great Getting’ Up Morning’ she will see her son again. When the first trumpet sounds and the dead in Christ shall rise we shall all behold the Lord face to face. That is: when we all get to heaven.
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