7/27/2018
Thinking of you and praying for you today.
It was five years before I could see March 17 as something other than the day Nathaniel died—St. Patrick’s Day and the birthday of some great nieces and a great great niece. God is good all the time.
Bro. Chuck, We remember that tragic day all too well. We wept, prayed and grieved with your family for many months.
It will be a sweet reunion when we all sit at Jesus’ feet and worship Him together. As we remember again today, be assured of our thoughts and prayers for you and yours.
Love from NH
Praying for all of you today and the Weindorf & Grahn families. Looking forward to that reunion in Heaven one day.
Forever a challenge and a blessing.
So sad yet filled with joy.
No words will ever fill the vacancy on earth, but the grace of God and the promises written in his word provide peace for now.
Love to all as you continue your journey on earth minus these three loved ones.
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Five years ago the heavens fell at our ankles, and the sun no longer warmed us. Our minds were as malleable as soft clay. Expression failed us. Confusion overwhelmed us. Our dear ones, Chad, Courtney,and a grand-daughter whose face and fingers we never studied, were suddenly taken. Their laughter was silenced, but their testimony echoes in our hearts forever (Heb. 11:4).
To those who offered sympathy – we say, thank you! To those who prayed for strength – we testify that God continues to answer your prayers. To those who have been drawn to the Savior, to God’s Word or to a new resolve to live for the Lord – we bless you and count you as part of the treasure in heaven that continues to accumulate in our children’s accounts (Phil. 1:20).
While we have learned much since July 27, 2013, we have much yet to learn. Unexpected memories jump into our lives daily. Some bring smiles and some bring tears. We are worn with saying that we look forward to our heavenly reunion, but we do (John 14:1-6). Until then, we thank God for that which cannot be taken away. Our memories cannot be taken away and God’s promises are sure! Attached you will find two resources that we hope will be a blessing.
Dorothy Carr
7/27/2018 05:39:36 am
Debby
7/27/2018 08:30:09 am
Brian and Mary Wilcox
7/27/2018 03:38:27 pm
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“We pledge on this day (Wednesday, July 31, 2013) to fan the flame of their (Chad and Courtney Phelps) lives and work . . . To be here tonight and listen to the testimony of this dear family is profoundly inspiring.”
– Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States |
“God takes an event like this and works in infinite numbers of ways and in countless numbers of lives.”
– Steve Pettit, President of Bob Jones University |
“This is a trage-tunity. It’s a tragedy but also an opportunity to declare the glorious gospel of Christ.”
– Joe Fant, Program Director at The WILDS Christian Camp |
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