Monday, January 30, 2006

It's important to report the faithfulness of our Lord this past weekend. My family had the privilege of sharing at The Winter Youth Retreat at Highland Lakes Camp, Marion Church of God, and Emmanuel Community Church of Ft. Wayne, over the weekend (all in Indiana). We were blessed deeply to meet many new people- many of them family from here, and to be able to fellowship with brothers and sisters. The Lord stirred the hearts of His children in these services. Talking to a few students who want to take BJ's place on the field was incredible. There is such passion in the youth of America, and we must work together through prayer and action, to mold and direct that passion in a Christ-like manner.

Many of you remember praying for Shelby during BJ's stay in the hospital. She is the daughter of Kent and Amy. Kent is the Minister to Students at ECC in Ft. Wayne. Reuniting with them was "bittersweet." Our hearts are forever bound together through the circumstances of our journeys. Getting together and talking was both healing and emotional for each of us. One day, I will spell out all of the intersections between our families... the thing is, they are still being revealed. God has to be the author, as it is uncanny how our lives are interwoven.

I am thrilled to report that Shelby is vibrant and growing! What a beautiful, precious twin! Her health has improved immensely, and though she has a couple of lingering remembrances of her journey, she is in good shape.

Lauren spoke and sang at the church in Marion. She shared the testimony of BJ's walk with eloquence, and in a way that God has uniquely gifted her. Man, can she string words together. Poetry comes through in her message, and the message is clear. She also shared a song she finished writing on Saturday, about her journey through this storm. It is entitled "Unshaken." What a moving, personal testimony put to music.

We are seeking the Lord and His direction for each future step. It is healing for us to share what God has done, and is doing. We are thankful for the opportunities we have been afforded. We are moved at the opportunities to meet many of you who have been praying for us. It is very humbling, and we wish we could somehow repay you. For now, please know how incredible it is to be able to spend time with you, hearing your hearts, and sharing in fellowship. ECC, Wow! You guys are the best. God is truly moving in your church. What faithful and encouraging believers you are.

Jeff and Sarah, and Tom...Thank you. Worshipping beside you is a privilege! Blog family, again, Thank you for praying!

Have a blessed week in the Lord!

dad


Thank you RC for the $ for North Africa! Wow!
We are not sure which Mark A. asked us to contact him... we know several.
Nate Dog and Ames... you got us back on-line at home, and we are thrilled!!! Thank you.

7 Comments:

At 10:44 AM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Interwoven. This is how my friend in Nevada described our coming together through BJ, back in September.
He prayed with us often and read daily in awe and posted too.
His interpretation was God brought all of us together through BJ, interwoven like a tapestry is interwoven. We are all the threads. All of us threads interwoven, and connected. We can blanket the world through this Blogg
and continue to work for our Lord and create tapestry, interweaved,
Connected throughout the world
because BJ gave his all and layed his life down for Christ.
BJ has touched so many and continues to move people to Christ.

I am praying with you Family
May peace grow in your hearts and Dear Lord supply my brothers and sisters an abundance of strength.!!
We all must continue ministering
and honor our Lord
In Jesus name I Pray
AMEN
Love and huggs to you family
Your sister in Christ
Lisa

Indpls., IN

 
At 12:47 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Such a beautiful post. It is encouraging in so many ways. I turned in my application for North Africa last week. I feel so called to go there this summer but some mishaps have been discouraging. Tara Case told me the trip is already full and I sent in my application w/ the incorrect amount of postage. The great part is I know we have a God who can handle such minor details. Barbara Ann also told me that BJ sent in one of his applications w/out postage one time! God is in control. I have been on my face for this country and I hope I will be able to join you this summer. If not, I know God is faithful and has a place for me somewhere. If you could, lift this situation up in your prayer time. I continue to lift you and your family up.

Walking w/ the Savior,

Katie Kyle
Piedmont, Oklahoma

 
At 1:02 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

What a blessed weekend you had. How wonderful! God is so good!!
Still praying...as always.

Linda Anderson
Willows, California

 
At 3:40 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Higgins Family,
What a wonderful honor to place faces with names last night at Emmanuel Community Church. Thank you for giving your time and testimony to our Youth. I can't tell you how much it meant to my friends the Koteskeys. Bless you and your ministry...
Barbara Anderson
Fort Wayne, IN

 
At 4:16 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Higgins Family-
Thank you so much for coming to ECC last night. It was really inspiring and life-changing. God bless you all!
Leslie Holbrook
Fort Wayne

 
At 8:43 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love you guys. see you this summer.
Brittany Allen
called2go2@comcast.net

 
At 9:43 PM, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hello Family
I heard from an angel today.
There was a prayer and a pink rose presented in BJ's tree over the weekend. I hope you found the flower.
Bless you
and prayers are with you Family
Your friend and
sister in Christ

Indpls., IN

 

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