Absolute gentleman, so down to earth. Typical young innocent people being manipulated into something they'd otherwise not be involved in. I'm a Catholic by the way
David carries the spirit of his saviour like a beacon , you cannot help but be touched by his genuine redemption, his enthusiasm for sharing his own story changes lives for the good , there’s no downside to this man so hopefully in the midst of recent political problems a lot of our younger generation listen to what he is saying and know that change is not brought about by violence but by treating others as you would want for yourself and family. I grew up during the Troubles and knew dozens if not hundreds of paramilitaries and I have yet to meet one that could justify the deaths and destruction, people like David would never have seen the inside of a prison cell if the Troubles had never happened. We all pray that the dark days are well behind us and that future generations live in peace and harmony 🙏.
Packie was an old friend. I used to go to hear him give his testimony. It's great to hear him and sorry he's had health issues. Great to see you Packie.
Just looking at the comments and arguments ,one in particular saying you done your part, another blaming one over the other in relation to violence the troubles, they missed this man's message ,that being one of forgiveness and peace, the man is genuine and great listening
My wife and i remember David very well. Nearly30 years ago we accompanied Pastor Mike O Brian and his wife Sue from Cork to a Teen Challenge conference on the Belgium 🇧🇪 German border. Pastors came from all over Europe. There were two Pastors that were from the Balkans. One Serbian the other Croatian. War was looming in their neck of the woods. The tension between the two initially was palpable. David gave a testimony and it broke that atmosphere, both sides connected. Also as I remember the Croatian side were trying to raise 600 dollars for a car needed desperately in ministry. David was the first to empty his pockets contributing to the need. Thank you beloved brother and Pastor. Martin and Mary Cork.
What a great interview I’m watching this in Australia and have just sent it to my family in Ireland very impressed and has a great sense humour the next time I’m in Ireland I would like to meet this great man
David's a good man of God. Remember hearing him preach more than 30 years back at a mission hall in Northern Ireland. His fervour for the Lord sure hasn't dimmed over that time. A trophy of His Grace indeed.
@@conorokeeffe398 was never about religion, it was about identity etc being Irish are British. Im a proud Irishman and still to this day wouldn't say im British even the north of Ireland is occupied.
"Two of the easiest things in the world to do, put a gun in a young man's hand and an idea in his head" Archbishop Robert Eames, C of I primate of all Ireland." I am also a Catholic, BTW.
5 mins in I thought this mans got good humour, not sure I can listen to a Loyalist for an hour but I’ve enjoyed every moment, You’re a good man. God bless you and your family.
Great to see a guy over coming tribalism sectarianism, and find peace no matter what, a lot of have a lot to answer for the division of the common man from either side of the ghetto. .🔑💚🤝🙏🏻🇮🇪
brilliant interview. Hopefully someday we will have full peace in Northern Ireland and all walls will come down and all paramilitaries become non existent
@@conorokeeffe398 the earth and universe is so complicated we can’t even comprehend, yet somehow there is no divine being? I doubt that. The Gospel thrives on persecution.
@@conorokeeffe398 God is not to blame for these people who murder in his name, they only use his name as a cover for their hate filled sectarian bigotry. "For God and Ulster" as they murder Catholic men , women and children for pure hate filled reasons.
He moved on nothing he could do for them anyway Mr adams was the pastor to the hunger strikers.Packie Hamilton is 100 times the man adams is.Only Martin Mcguinness seemed genuine adams is too full of hatred.
I saw him give a dare I called lecture about 14 years ago, North East Wales, one story he told how are you was in a curry house and he was ambushed and rather than go through the fire exit. He went through the kitchens to escape an attempted murder from Republicans.
Pity people have to suffer before they change their ways we take good things in life to find happiness but for those that look to fight certainly find work it out before it’s too late should have listened to his mother despair and love
I think discrimination the have and have nots exist in every culture it breeds discrimination and discontent.Northern Ireland is more complicated impossible to fully understand unless you have lived experienced it.David has lived it his life narrative is testimony to the fact wisdom is sometimes hard learned a relevant testimony.
I am a republican but 37 so was very young when the Troubles was ebbing out. I find it fascinating to hear someone’s mindset who took arms for what they believed in. But for everyone especially the UDA and UVF people watching reading this….where is your crown now, you are forgotten, no longer a necessity, no longer aided to fight a common enemy and no longer of importance. You’s have been back stabbed like every other country of the colonial needs and wants. You are literally a fool if you believe otherwise.
Another way of putting it is that the needs, wants, desires and hopes of all people in the Six Counties are common with the rest of Ireland and better represented in Dublin than a Westminster that has turned it's back.
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A truly inspirational story. I don't think I've ever heard a story of faith that has touched me like this one.
Absolute gentleman, so down to earth. Typical young innocent people being manipulated into something they'd otherwise not be involved in. I'm a Catholic by the way
I owe David so much,. David I am indebted to you. I am now a pastor in Boston, Massachusetts.
David carries the spirit of his saviour like a beacon , you cannot help but be touched by his genuine redemption, his enthusiasm for sharing his own story changes lives for the good , there’s no downside to this man so hopefully in the midst of recent political problems a lot of our younger generation listen to what he is saying and know that change is not brought about by violence but by treating others as you would want for yourself and family. I grew up during the Troubles and knew dozens if not hundreds of paramilitaries and I have yet to meet one that could justify the deaths and destruction, people like David would never have seen the inside of a prison cell if the Troubles had never happened.
We all pray that the dark days are well behind us and that future generations live in peace and harmony 🙏.
You can see the love he has .. It sparkles in those eyes.. What a Testimony.
No priest, no minister, no church no chapel can save.
Only Jesus. A wonderful story. Thank you for sharing.
Packie was an old friend. I used to go to hear him give his testimony. It's great to hear him and sorry he's had health issues. Great to see you Packie.
Packy,thank you for taking me to Bangor in Feb 1992,29 years on and Jesus is still Lord of all. God bless you,my friend.🙏🤓
Just looking at the comments and arguments ,one in particular saying you done your part, another blaming one over the other in relation to violence the troubles, they missed this man's message ,that being one of forgiveness and peace, the man is genuine and great listening
My wife and i remember David very well. Nearly30 years ago we accompanied Pastor Mike O Brian and his wife Sue from Cork to a Teen Challenge conference on the Belgium 🇧🇪 German border. Pastors came from all over Europe. There were two Pastors that were from the Balkans. One Serbian the other Croatian. War was looming in their neck of the woods. The tension between the two initially was palpable. David gave a testimony and it broke that atmosphere, both sides connected. Also as I remember the Croatian side were trying to raise 600 dollars for a car needed desperately in ministry. David was the first to empty his pockets contributing to the need. Thank you beloved brother and Pastor. Martin and Mary Cork.
God bless you Mr Hamilton,all people should follow suit in this mans beliefs as world would be much better place 🙏
Some fella. There always has to be a way back. Our country need more like him.
fantastic and he seems a wonderful man now
We need more people from both sides like him.
That what I was thinking
I’m a loyalist and I’ve enjoyed your story respect for going to god but always remember FOR GOD AND ULSTER good podcast 🙏
What a great interview I’m watching this in Australia and have just sent it to my family in Ireland very impressed and has a great sense humour the next time I’m in Ireland I would like to meet this great man
I'm an atheist. I find this man inspiring change is possible
David it was so beautiful to hear you testimony again...godbless you and keep you ..and cause his face to shine upon you.....❤
David's a good man of God. Remember hearing him preach more than 30 years back at a mission hall in Northern Ireland. His fervour for the Lord sure hasn't dimmed over that time. A trophy of His Grace indeed.
Such a sense of peace from him.Beautiful man of God.Thank you David.
Hey David, may the Lord shine his light of love on you, all your loved ones, & all of us always. You are loved. ❤️
From Dublin sounds like a really nice guy. Awful to hear about his childhood long live peace with out religion. Religion is the cause of all evil
@@conorokeeffe398 was never about religion, it was about identity etc being Irish are British. Im a proud Irishman and still to this day wouldn't say im British even the north of Ireland is occupied.
What a True Christian.
Good Christians Protestant or Catholic are all the same People across the Island.
Ireland is a Special Place.
What a beautiful man ,May god bless him 🙏🙏
May god bless you a humble good man I watched your video and your story has inspired me to be a better person thank you .
What a story, inspiring. I hope he’s living well. And I hope to see more of this from him
The Truth shall set you free🙏
"Two of the easiest things in the world to do, put a gun in a young man's hand and an idea in his head" Archbishop Robert Eames, C of I primate of all Ireland." I am also a Catholic, BTW.
Thanks for sharing about your journey Packy wow your testimony is powerful ,God bless man. Thank you
I AM NOT KIDING BUT THIS MAN IS ONE LOVELY MAN STAY STRONG MY FRIEND XXX
God bless you David continue to pray for all the intolerant people on this Island
I listened to your testimony in hydebank prison 20 years ago. Brilliant fella . God bless 🙏
absolutely loved this, good for you David , brilliant
David Hamilton god bless you goes to show we can all turn our lives around pity we don't have more of u in Ireland today ur a true inspiration ❤
Great testimony. I remember David Packy Hamilton on UCB radio, I also remember going to the Christian renewal centre in Rostrevor years ago 😄
What a powerful story I think something has brought me to this video for reason thank you for sharing your story with us
I'm back for the second time...
An excellent talk godbless you much bob a fellow irishman
5 mins in I thought this mans got good humour, not sure I can listen to a Loyalist for an hour but I’ve enjoyed every moment, You’re a good man. God bless you and your family.
That man is impressive. Pity there is not more like him.
Get to know a loyalist were the salt of the earth.
Thank you Mr Hamilton 🙏 ❤
I can’t stop listening to this man’s story! If David is ever in Glasgow I would like to meet with him.
I have followed Jun tzu for a long time. How eye opening is it to see where his inspiration comes from ❤️ god is good.
Followed who? lol
His son
Great to see a dialogue like this, cant have understanding without communication, fair play to him. Thought the gun dog bit was hilarious
I've came back to this video twice
Please don't let a religion define! I'm Irish Catholic and I am listening to you 🍀 for a united Ireland ❤️
Wonderful testimony David. A truly amazing man!
Hallelujah from Dublin !
For me complexity of the troubles is deeply rooted. Very hard for all involved to move on hence the 30 Yr war.
Great story God Bless 🙏
He inspires us to be better than is humanly possible, But through God alone be all praise.
Peace and light ☯️
Thank you for sharing your Story 🙏
David, I hope you are keeping well, God bless you
Amen, that was a lovely testimony David, prise our Lord Jesus christ.
Great to see a guy over coming tribalism sectarianism, and find peace no matter what, a lot of have a lot to answer for the division of the common man from either side of the ghetto. .🔑💚🤝🙏🏻🇮🇪
Very interesting interview.
Hey david ,,sorry to hear about your earlier experience,,with them catholic youths,,you sound like a grand man .
It happened on both sides its no big deal .
A Great insight in to his past life story and how anyone can turn their lives around with the help of God.🙏🙏🙏
@@leomcnally4999 Says Dunbin's number one freedom fighter .
@@tommymac1062 aka Gareth o rourke 🤣🤣😎😎
@@leomcnally4999 Ha ha ha ha ha I've been had its a small world .
Not a follower of faith.
But this man has such convection, truly a saint .
inspiring would make a great movie very educational
A very interesting video. Thanks.
Brilliant man with a brilliant story
Bless you
David I found God in the mid nineteen fifties . My life changed forever as I nearly got involved with paramilitary element .
Great testimony
This was brilliant, very inspiring. Funny man David, God bless.
brilliant interview. Hopefully someday we will have full peace in Northern Ireland and all walls will come down and all paramilitaries become non existent
Times are definitely changing
amen
God is Love ❤️
How can I get in touch with David.... Haven't seen him for a long time
Excellent testimony
From Dublin a very sad story sooner we have a ban on all religion the better theirs no god no such thing.
@@conorokeeffe398 the earth and universe is so complicated we can’t even comprehend, yet somehow there is no divine being? I doubt that. The Gospel thrives on persecution.
@@conorokeeffe398 God is not to blame for these people who murder in his name, they only use his name as a cover for their hate filled sectarian bigotry. "For God and Ulster" as they murder Catholic men , women and children for pure hate filled reasons.
@@conorokeeffe398 The south of Ireland is an atheist state.
I was in prison with Packie during the Crumlin rd prison riot.
Fair play great interview
God touched me.. Right
... Unreal.. He forgot about the 10 hunger strikers did he.?
He moved on nothing he could do for them anyway Mr adams was the pastor to the hunger strikers.Packie Hamilton is 100 times the man adams is.Only Martin Mcguinness seemed genuine adams is too full of hatred.
I saw him give a dare I called lecture about 14 years ago, North East Wales, one story he told how are you was in a curry house and he was ambushed and rather than go through the fire exit. He went through the kitchens to escape an attempted murder from Republicans.
You sound like a grand man ,,
Take care ..love from rathcoole ni..xx
He came across very good to me, and talked Alot off sence, made it simple too understand, wish with you well,
Interesting ideas
❤️
Well done picky from the man you told you saw the light.jimmy Hamill.
D wing 1980.
Pity people have to suffer before they change their ways we take good things in life to find happiness but for those that look to fight certainly find work it out before it’s too late should have listened to his mother despair and love
When Our Lord Jesus dwelt this earth there was no such a thing as Protestant & Catholic we are all Christians love thigh neighbour
Your forgiven by fine Gael ✔️🍀🌙
It's no mine it's ma sisters 👏👏👏👏🤣🤣belter , done your bit in the end nobody can take that away 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 SCOTLAND UK OF GB 🇬🇧
Go sell some heroin you up it
Not be long before Scotland is not in the UK... And the North will Be re united... Your own country does not even want yous
@@celtic8819 I'm all with you on that
@terry oneill And what would you know about what l know never underestimate people you know nothing about , have a nice day
@@paulenglish7500 you would be with Hitler, Pol Pot or Genkis Khan if you thought it would get you what you want
God bless 🇬🇧👏🇬🇧👏🇬🇧
👀🇮🇪🇯🇴👀
@@wfl6887 that's not the Palestine flag. 🤣
And elves and faeries 🍀❤️
God forgives you 👍✔️
You are forgiven from my Celtic people ✔️
I think discrimination the have and have nots exist in every culture it breeds discrimination and discontent.Northern Ireland is more complicated impossible to fully understand unless you have lived experienced it.David has lived it his life narrative is testimony to the fact wisdom is sometimes hard learned a relevant testimony.
Gaelic language 👍
Vert impressed _ yes it is true how many Loyalist know so little about The rest of Ireland_ The English alsoknow little_ historical amnesia
And you welcome as immigrants every single ethnic group in the world, except only lowland scots from the 17th century. You are clinically insane.
Oh gypsy magic 🍀🌙🇮🇪➕🌙🥊
And the Irish Catholic school 👍✔️
I'm going to call the knomes 👍
How did you get the real guns... "ach you know, friendly prison officers".
Did they not tell you in prison when you were 18 that Ireland was an island you could leave if you want
Poor bungalow.
Mark 16 eh... Im sure you wouldn't drink the poison "packy"
Packy 😆
I don't smoke. I must be a Christian too!
I am a republican but 37 so was very young when the Troubles was ebbing out. I find it fascinating to hear someone’s mindset who took arms for what they believed in. But for everyone especially the UDA and UVF people watching reading this….where is your crown now, you are forgotten, no longer a necessity, no longer aided to fight a common enemy and no longer of importance. You’s have been back stabbed like every other country of the colonial needs and wants. You are literally a fool if you believe otherwise.
Just a pity there is no ireland
@@saulpaulsaul3378 don't hold your breath mo chara
Another way of putting it is that the needs, wants, desires and hopes of all people in the Six Counties are common with the rest of Ireland and better represented in Dublin than a Westminster that has turned it's back.
And Dublin is loving and caring 😅😅
No just a united Ireland ❤️🍀
Shankill