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Stories from the Journey

Follow Bryce's journey through training updates, community messages, travel adventures, and media features.

A New Chapter of Independence
WhatsApp Archive
May 18, 2025

A New Chapter of Independence

Bryce is officially home from inpatient rehab, and the real work begins as he navigates life's challenges in the real world.

Driving Toward Freedom
WhatsApp Archive
May 10, 2025

Driving Toward Freedom

Bryce drove home from Somerset West and got himself out the car and into the house on his own. A welcome step on the path to independence.

Reflecting on a Year of Change
WhatsApp Archive
Apr 30, 2025California, USA / South Africa

Reflecting on a Year of Change

It's hard to believe it's been a year since Bryce came out of rehab. Our trip to California was a whirlwind of reconnection and new beginnings.

Day 40: Christ-Centred
Daily Encouragement
Feb 9, 2025

Day 40: Christ-Centred

40 days in the wilderness. Christ then came out and started his ministry. Trusting you are slowly able to move forward in this new chapter.

Day 39: Friendship
Daily Encouragement
Feb 8, 2025

Day 39: Friendship

Reflecting on friendship and what that means for Bryce. Jesus was the ultimate friend, although more importantly our savior.

Day 38: Christ's Plans
Daily Encouragement
Feb 7, 2025

Day 38: Christ's Plans

Reflect on what Christ has planned for you from His perspective. We can only know by:

Day 37: New Goals & Plans
Daily Encouragement
Feb 6, 2025

Day 37: New Goals & Plans

Time to make some plans. Focusing today on you seeking new skills, goals, opportunities, and friendships as you move forward. Realistic goal-setting will be important. Commit your plans to Him and

Day 36: Wisdom
Daily Encouragement
Feb 5, 2025

Day 36: Wisdom

Start of a new week. We reflect on being wise. Whilst you are relatively young, you can still learn from your own experience and the experience of others. It's about learning and growing through l

Day 35: Your Journey
Daily Encouragement
Feb 4, 2025

Day 35: Your Journey

We reflect on your journey Bryce as you move forward. There will be steps forwards and backwards but as long as we have Christ on our side there will be progress towards the ultimate goal.

Day 34: Physical Strength
Daily Encouragement
Feb 3, 2025

Day 34: Physical Strength

We turn to your physical strength. Reflecting on the theme of improving your body, mind, soul from a Christian perspective. All about taking small steps to improve your physical, mental and spirit

Day 33: Sharing & Giving Back
Daily Encouragement
Feb 2, 2025

Day 33: Sharing & Giving Back

Reflect on what Jesus has done for us and share with others. Today the theme of sharing, or giving back. We've been blessed with what Christ did for us on the cross. Trust you share the joy of kno

Bryce Carter: Finding Flight on Three Wheels
Media Features
Feb 1, 2025

Bryce Carter: Finding Flight on Three Wheels

Bryce Carter faced life-changing injuries in a 2023 cycling accident. Now, he's back on the start line, redefining what's possible and powering his way across the Karoo in South Africa at Nedbank Gravel Burn.

Day 32: Grateful & Thankful
Daily Encouragement
Feb 1, 2025

Day 32: Grateful & Thankful

Being grateful and thankful for what we have been given and received from the Lord. The Americans have a whole day devoted to "Thanksgiving" although probably not in the spiritual sense.

Day 31: New Eyes to See
Daily Encouragement
Jan 31, 2025

Day 31: New Eyes to See

In this next 10 days we move away from God and Jesus attributes and bring it more directly to you as you move forward.

Day 30: Security in Christ
Daily Encouragement
Jan 30, 2025

Day 30: Security in Christ

Christ was secure. Secure in His purpose, in what He had to do. Bryce, draw your security from your relationship in Christ. I trust you grow in your faith and remain grounded in Him.

Day 29: Flexibility
Daily Encouragement
Jan 29, 2025

Day 29: Flexibility

Flexibility. Jesus was flexible. Even knowing what He had to achieve He worked around people in His ministry.

Day 28: Be Purposeful
Daily Encouragement
Jan 28, 2025

Day 28: Be Purposeful

Be purposeful as Christ was purposeful. He was fulfilling the will of His Father. Bryce, be purposeful in Christ. Draw your strength from Him and know He has a purpose for you. Trust Him in all yo

Day 27: Prayerful
Daily Encouragement
Jan 27, 2025

Day 27: Prayerful

Jesus was prayerful. You and I should be prayerful in all we do. Jesus was often continuously in prayer even though He is the Trinity. It was his human form in which he dedicated so much prayer.

Day 26: Jesus' Perseverance
Daily Encouragement
Jan 26, 2025

Day 26: Jesus' Perseverance

When I think of Jesus's perseverance I stand in awe. He knew what He had to do on the cross and nevertheless persevered. What an example for you and I.

Day 25: Fearless
Daily Encouragement
Jan 25, 2025

Day 25: Fearless

Another attribute of Jesus: Fearless. How could he be fearful when He is God, but as a human he could have been fearful but wasn't. He trusted His Father and so should you and I.

Day 24: Patience
Daily Encouragement
Jan 24, 2025

Day 24: Patience

Today we reflect on the characteristics Jesus displayed of Patience. He was very patient with his disciples as an example. It may be helpful to think about your change of circumstances and through

Day 23: Jesus' Faithfulness
Daily Encouragement
Jan 23, 2025

Day 23: Jesus' Faithfulness

Today we reflect on Jesus' faithfulness. Jesus was faithful to his disciples even though they often didn't get it. Trust Jesus as your faithful servant and give thanks for all He has done for you

Day 22: Be Courageous
Daily Encouragement
Jan 22, 2025

Day 22: Be Courageous

We move on now from God's characteristics to look at Christ's life and what it means for us as Christians, with a focus for you on encouragement as you go through this new phase.

Day 21: God's Graciousness
Daily Encouragement
Jan 21, 2025

Day 21: God's Graciousness

Trust you are making progress in your new journey. Know that we are all here to support you. Today, past the half-way mark, is a good time to be reminded of Jesus's challenging 40 days of hardship whe

Day 20: A Faithful God
Daily Encouragement
Jan 20, 2025

Day 20: A Faithful God

A faithful God. We can trust His promises because of what Jesus did for us on the cross. Take comfort from a God who is faithful to his people, including you Bryce. Prayers and best wishes to you.

Day 19: God's Wisdom
Daily Encouragement
Jan 19, 2025

Day 19: God's Wisdom

We got a frank and honest message from your mom early morning Bryce. Sending prayers and best wishes to the whole family.

Day 18: God's Righteousness
Daily Encouragement
Jan 18, 2025

Day 18: God's Righteousness

Reflecting on God's righteousness. God's justice and our faithfulness = righteousness.

Day 17: God's Omniscience
Daily Encouragement
Jan 17, 2025

Day 17: God's Omniscience

Today we reflect on God's omniscience. Nice to know there's someone with perfect knowledge! God is truth. What a joy to know that in this confused world.

Day 16: God's Power
Daily Encouragement
Jan 16, 2025

Day 16: God's Power

Hope you are doing better today Bryce. Today we reflect on God being a powerful God. With Him anything is possible! Prayers and good wishes for you today.

Day 15: Mountains to Climb
Daily Encouragement
Jan 15, 2025

Day 15: Mountains to Climb

Because we all have mountains to climb. And it makes us stronger! Have a blessed week.

Day 14: God's Goodness
Daily Encouragement
Jan 14, 2025

Day 14: God's Goodness

On the Lord's day we reflect on His goodness. God is good in all He does. Hope you hand over to Him and reflect on His goodness today. God bless you and keep you strong!

Day 13: God's Compassion
Daily Encouragement
Jan 13, 2025

Day 13: God's Compassion

Morning Bryce. We reflect today on God's compassion. He is truly a compassionate God and has mercy on who he has mercy. All things are possible in Him.

Day 12: God's Holiness
Daily Encouragement
Jan 12, 2025

Day 12: God's Holiness

God's Holiness. He is indeed holy. Reflect on his awesomeness as you heal today! Prayers and good wishes to you.

Day 11: God's Love
Daily Encouragement
Jan 11, 2025

Day 11: God's Love

What a beautiful day we were blessed with today! Theme continues on God's attributes. Today: God's love. He truly loves his people. Bryce, draw on his love!

Day 10: God's Sovereignty
Daily Encouragement
Jan 10, 2025

Day 10: God's Sovereignty

We will now over the next 20 days or so reflect on God's character as a source of strength and support for you Bryce. May Christ continue to watch over you.

Day 8: Temptation
Daily Encouragement
Jan 8, 2025

Day 8: Temptation

Theme is temptation. In tough times as men we tend to draw on our own strength. Know you are not alone and you can draw on Christ.

Day 7: Praise & Glory
Daily Encouragement
Jan 7, 2025

Day 7: Praise & Glory

Praise and Glory. Seems appropriate on a Sunday to give Him the honour and glory He deserves. In our struggles we should be mindful of what Christ did for us on the cross.

Day 6: Prayer
Daily Encouragement
Jan 6, 2025

Day 6: Prayer

In all things bring your prayers to Christ. Pray and Christ will reveal himself to you. Praying for you today Bryce. May Christ be our source and strength! Amen.

Day 5: Perseverance
Daily Encouragement
Jan 5, 2025

Day 5: Perseverance

A focus on perseverance — like endurance yesterday. Perseverance is more intentional. It will be getting tough now I think. Lean on Him, be strong.

Day 4: Endurance
Daily Encouragement
Jan 4, 2025

Day 4: Endurance

Today's theme is endurance. Many examples Christ showed us of endurance in practice, with the cross the ultimate example. Trust Bryce, as you struggle you show endurance. Often the toughest challe

Day 3: Struggles & Hardship
Daily Encouragement
Jan 3, 2025

Day 3: Struggles & Hardship

Struggles and hardship. In this life we are not guaranteed an easy life. Our Home is in eternity. There will be various struggles ahead Bryce, but in Him we can draw our strength!

Day 2: You Are Not Alone
Daily Encouragement
Jan 2, 2025

Day 2: You Are Not Alone

Today's theme: You are not alone, Bryce. You are amongst Christ's people. We will be with you.

Day 1: Drawing Strength from the Lord
Daily Encouragement
Jan 1, 2025

Day 1: Drawing Strength from the Lord

Hey Bryce. Andrew Kingston here, friend of your dad's. Sorry to hear your news. We as a family are keen to support you. I'm committing to 40 days of prayer from 1 Jan as we look to support you in your

Home Weekends and New Beginnings
WhatsApp Archive
Apr 15, 2024

Home Weekends and New Beginnings

Bryce is well on his way to gaining the skills he will need. He has been home on the weekends for the last 5 weeks which has been great.

Firsts and Family Milestones
WhatsApp Archive
Mar 15, 2024

Firsts and Family Milestones

It's been 10 weeks since Bryce's accident. Today, he's wheeling himself about, out in the fresh air and adjusting to this new normal.

Bryce's 21st Birthday
WhatsApp Archive
Feb 27, 2024

Bryce's 21st Birthday

It is a special day today because 21 years ago we welcomed Bryce into the world. He has reported that the food at rehab is an improvement!

Accepted into Rehab
WhatsApp Archive
Feb 25, 2024

Accepted into Rehab

I've been accepted into Western Cape Rehab. I'll be leaving within the next two or so days. Thank you for all the prayers and support.

Nearing Rehab
WhatsApp Archive
Feb 18, 2024

Nearing Rehab

Bryce continues to astound with his amazing mental fortitude. He is now number 12 on the rehab waiting list, down from 76.

Adjusting to New Routines
WhatsApp Archive
Feb 11, 2024

Adjusting to New Routines

Life goes on as normal in the Carter Household. Matt started his new job, Mitchell returned to school, and Bryce continues his recovery.

Progress and Challenges
WhatsApp Archive
Feb 4, 2024

Progress and Challenges

An update from the youngest Carter. Bryce has been in high spirits and looking positive which has been good.

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