Prayer for John on July 25, 2005

I sat out on the back patio last night and had the most wonderful conversation with my son, my youngest. We went to deep place and touched level 5 fellowship -- a little bit of eternity. Thank you God, what a privilege for me who did not deserve any children at all! 

here is Debbie's prayer from her journal on July 25, 2005:

And her prayer continues on the next page ...

Notice that the "answer" part has stayed blank since 2005, which was 8 years ago. But after our conversation last night, ,I think that I may be able to go back in and pencil in an answer to her prayer soon!

Busy times!

  Dec. 4, Friday, Alexandria Ohio. Snow.

Psalm 100:2 Serve the Lord with gladness, come before him with joyful songs.

Help me Father to be a joyful Christian – a light to shine to others.

Joseph is well – I talked to him on the phone Wed. night. I have just finished our newsletter and a letter to the pastors and made various Doctor’s appointments. Busy times! Sometimes I wonder if it will ever change -- Probably not.

The girls and I have school every day and advent. We’re enjoying both. John Wesley is a trial for me right now – Father, I need extra grace in this busy season! Amen.

Sept 23, 1987, back to Bogota

September 23, 1987 Bogota, Colombia

“Righteousness goes before him and prepares the way for his steps." ~Psalm 85:13

Thank you Lord for going before us and preparing the way. Thank you Lord for the friends and family you have given to us, truly the lines have fallen out to us in pleasant places.

Last night I called mom and dad to let them know that Joseph and the kids made it ok. They sounded good, it is always nice to talk to them. Daddy said he was counting the days and I said “so am I!” Also, he said that when Ruthy came up over the ramp at the Columbus airport, she was dragging her backpack like it was heavy, but when she saw ‘papa’ it flew the rest of the way. When she got to daddy she hugged him and said, “you know what Grandpa? – I love you!” Johnny was speaking a combination of English and Spanish so Granma learned some new words like ‘venga’ and ‘vaca’ and Daddy thought he was saying “tobacco” and was going to give him his pipe. It was a rich time for all of them and soon the rest of us will go. John Wesley slept with Grandpa Holbrook and preferred him over Grandma. He is a real daddy’s boy, and of course Grandpa loved the constant attention.

I received nice letters from Vicki Meadows and Nancy Dawson. I felt weepy as I read them – so much has changed. 

July 21, 1987 - fatigue

 July 21, 1987  Bogota, Colombia    -    Warm

 "Restore to me the joy of your salvation and grant me a willing spirit to sustain me." --Psalm 51:12
        Father, I feel so weary right now, so tired from serving. I know its good to sow to these relationships and to do all these things but I am so tired.

        On Sunday, Pastor Jarvis, Rick and Janet Allen, Bill and Jaime Miller, Karen Rankin came to stay a week with us.  They are very nice people, I really love Jaime's spirit especially. She teaches Dance & Worship and I wish the girls could partake in her gift. They are seeking the will of God, for their lives right now. Lord, we too ask for your direction in their lives. It feels like there is potential for an eternal relationship there.  Karen and Pam flew back to the States this morning.  Our girls are in school, John Wesley is at the park with Soraya. Its good to be quiet in the morning. Johnny's foot, (which he burned by the coffee) is doing better, (PTL!)  Ruthie has finished her meds for Tonsillitis. Joseph is still taking meds, Oh Lord, when will this end? I didn't ask for this. Lord Jesus, please watch over our children and protect them as you did for me and keep them away from those who would lead them into harm. Father, save them from that pain, strengthen them Oh lord. Amen

July 9, 1987 - trials

July 9, 1987  Bogota, Colombia     -       Cool & Rainy

 "Great is the name of the Lord, and most worthy of praise." ---Psalm 48:1

7am: We had a prayer and said Goodbye to Karen and Pam. The Lord rally has touched their hearts with eternity. Father-complete your work in them. Lyle, Carol, Olga, Joaquin and Ricki went to the Airport to see them off and bring Joseph and Frank home. They have returned from their conference with the Pan American Missionaries in Medellin. 

Yesterday was a hard day, Rod called about the money that the Church owes us , Joseph called and said that his wallet was stolen and John scalded his foot with hot coffee and we had to take him to the Doctor. He has 2nd degree burns. The Lord, really touched him because he didn't really cry last night and woke up happy and bouncy this morning. 

Thank you Jesus for your faithfulness to us. For a neighbor who is a Doctor and so much more. Amen.