FAITH: Fighting Parkinson’s Today, Believing in Eternity

This website is primarily about my journey with Parkinson’s disease, the challenges I face, and my determination to keep moving forward through endurance sports like Triathlon's ( swim, bike, run ). While faith is not the focus of this site, it is an important part of who I am and how I approach life. From time to time, I’ll share my thoughts about faith because it plays a meaningful role in my journey, especially when facing the uncertainties that come with Parkinson’s.

I was raised in a Christian home, and so was my wife, Brenda. Faith has been part of our lives for as long as we can remember. We attend church regularly, and our relationship with God has always been an important part of who we are.

But as I've gotten older, and especially since being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, I’ve come to appreciate something even more deeply.

Faith is about so much more than walking through the doors of a church on Sunday morning.

It’s about what we believe when life gets difficult. It’s about trusting God when we don't understand why certain things happen. And perhaps most importantly, it’s about believing that this life is not the end of our story.

When I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in April 2025, I knew my life would change. Parkinson’s is a progressive disease, and there is currently no cure. There are uncertainties about what tomorrow, next year, or even ten years from now might look like.

But there is one thing I refuse to let Parkinson’s take away from me.

My Hope.

I’m fighting Parkinson’s with everything I have. I exercise, swim, bike, run, and challenge myself to accomplish things that might seem impossible for someone living with this disease.

Exercise is one of the most important tools available for managing Parkinson’s. Research continues to explore how it may influence disease progression, and we already know that staying active can improve movement, strength, balance, and quality of life.

That’s why I keep moving.

I know there may come a day when Parkinson’s gets the best of me physically. I pray that day is a long way off. But until then, I'm going to push myself, challenge my limits, and make the most of the abilities God has given me.

I don't know what my future with Parkinson’s holds, but I know I still have a purpose today.

And that brings me back to faith.

As Christians, Brenda and I believe in something far greater than the years we spend here on earth. We believe in eternal life through Jesus Christ. We believe that the struggles, pain, illnesses, and challenges of this world are temporary.

One day, Parkinson’s will no longer be part of my story.

No tremors. No stiffness. No uncertainty about what my body might do tomorrow.

Just the promise of eternity with God.

That doesn't mean I’m giving up on this life. Quite the opposite.

My faith gives me even more reason to fight, to live fully, and to keep moving forward.

Parkinson’s may win some battles along the way. It may eventually take away abilities I cherish. But it cannot take away my faith or the eternal hope I carry.

I intend to fight Parkinson’s for every day God gives me.

And when my journey on this earth is finished, I believe the greatest victory will still be waiting.

Because Parkinson’s may be part of my life, but it will never be part of my eternity. David Williams is a triathlete, Parkinson's advocate, speaker, and creator of The Unsteady Show, sharing his journey to encourage others to live actively and purposefully despite life's challenges.    Donate To The Parkinson's Foundation: www.David2026.com    Order Apparel: www.FightPD.Shop