Dear Friends,

Lee’s condition has grown progressively worse over the past few days. We’ve begun hospice care as we believe she will soon be passing into Heaven. I honestly don’t know when the time will come. It could be a matter of hours after I write this. It could be more than a day. But, I’m convinced that it will be inevitable. I’m also convinced that she’s comfortable.

I don’t know how many of you have ever been in a similar situation. In many ways it’s surreal. Yet, in others it’s very matter-of-fact. Thankfully, though, in all ways I’m aware of God’s presence and the peace that passes understanding that we’re promised in the book of Philippians. It’s real. It’s true. It’s tangible.

Some may be thinking that God is failing us. I know how diligent you all have been to be lifting Lee before Him in prayer and pleading for healing. I know how much you’ve brought my family before Him. Believe me when I say that I know you’ve been praying. God has truly been answering those prayers!

I am strong by His grace. We have been provided for in ways that have filled our cups to overflowing. People’s lives have been changed as they look upon what He’s done for us during these past months.

I believe our Heavenly Father is also answering our prayers for Lee. However, for her His answer will be in the form of a loving embrace as in Heaven she walks—healed—into the arms of our Lord. Lee’s been in a “win/win” from the beginning. I have to say that I think she’s won big through this.

For those of you who are saddened as I am that Lee’s win is our loss. I invite you to grieve with me. We have lost a beautiful, light-hearted, loving woman of God. There is a hole in my heart and in my family that you could drive a 747 through! All of our lives were touched in so many wonderful ways by Lee. She’ll never be replaced.

But, for those of us who are believers and understand our need for salvation through Jesus, we will see her again! And I, for one, can’t wait!! To be able to know with certainty not only where Lee will soon be, but where I will also be one day thrills my heart. I hope you all know that same thrill as we celebrate Christmas. For without Jesus there is nothing. If you don’t have that hope, please contact me. I’d love to be able to tell you how you can have it.

I’ll send another notice when Lee does pass away. Until then, please continue to remember me and my family as we await God’s provision for the next chapter in our lives. He is never safe, but He’s always faithful and He’s always good. It’s up to us to make sure we’re aligned with Him. And, by His grace, we will be.

Thankful for the ways you have each touched our lives,

Rob