With all the things happening around us having a death in the family is not a welcome thought or occurrence.
Our daughter-in-law’s father passed away yesterday morning and while it was not unexpected, it’s still something that happens which weigh’s on the mind and actions. We certainly appreciate all the prayers from our friends and other families. Some of you know our son Kim was hit by a car on the evening of the 4th of July – and basically has been seriously under care since then – in a coma for the most part – and only giving us minimum indications that he may recover.
However, as Christians and believers in the Lord Jesus, and from the word of God – the Bible as well as the encouragement of the Holy Spirit through the word and in our hearts – we continue to look to the Lord for his will and comfort in these times. We don’t *demand* miracles, but it will be an evidence of faith in the Lord if he is returned to us. So we pray with expectations and joyfulness in knowing the Lord is hearing us and is planning as well as carrying out for us the very best in each life. So, renewing our strength and cheer in that fashion we are so very happy and pleased to be turning all these concerns over to the Lord.
Perhaps you can tell from all that there are many things that are important on the large stage – but many more things that are of vast importance on the ‘smaller’ stage of our families. Just a quick recount: another son’s mother and father are both ill with cancers – and we know their health is fragile – but their eternal health really could not be better.
We had a call yesterday from an old school chum who is in the ministry. His youngest son passed away about two years ago. We prayed for his recovery – and he was cheerful – but now he is home with the Lord and we’re happy for that. I’m sure some are saying “What’s cheerful about that?” – the answer is when you have your faith in the certainty of Christ’s love – there is really nothing to be downhearted about except the *temporary* separations – to be bounded by *eternal* joy in the Lord’s presence and with our loved ones.
Well, I could go on but I’m sure I’m not capable of properly portraying the fellowship and sweetness of the Lord’s love – so I’ll stop for now… but just to let you know the song “It’s Real – I know it’s real…” brings real comfort, cheer and jubilation to our hearts. I hope you can understand what I am trying to communicate. May the Lord be with you and your families -- He will be if you simply ask! May the Lord continue to richly bless you and your family.
Cordially, IN HIM
Barbara and Jack
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DON’T TRY TO MANAGE PAUL TOO MUCH
Just a Minute: Top newswriters have observed the drill. Bring on the speech writers and makeup artists to create a winning crown prince. Nahaa – that’s all wrong. The American newsies want to be turned loose on the ‘remaking’ of Paul Ryan – which is exactly the wrong recipe now.
Let Paul be Paul. He’s forthright and forceful without being overbearing. Otherwise he wouldn’t have made it like he has among the ordinary run-of-the-mill people who normally fill up the seats in the Congress. Paul Ryan served as a get-it done guy to Senator Sam Brownback, who was no slouch at accomplishing what needed to be done in his job in the Senate. He’s been involved in Christian causes and is known as one who won’t back down when it comes to moral issues. Paul Ryan cut his political teeth serving under Brownback and has an obvious straight arrow background that fits in the
He’s friendly but determined, not brushing away the principled people but committed to reaching the goals he’s helped set for himself. Give him a chance and some room to score – and he will.
<> I’m Jack Buttram. (END)
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