Comments on: A Very Eventful Weekend

By: Linda Fisher

Linda Fisher — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:31:41 +0000

Dear Renee;
I live in Indianapolis and know many people who know and love your family. The same week that your Derek died, our 22 yr old son Zach, who we had adopted as a beautiful brown baby and covenanted to raise for God’s kingdom, died of an accidental toxic overdose of prescription and other drugs. We have been committed to adoption for many years, adopting Zach when our children were 16 and 18, and adding a beautiful little brown baby sister named Jordan 2 yrs later. When he died, Zach was in pre-med studies and hoped to become a doctor, but we knew his drug use would sabotage that if he didn’t get free. We knew he could die—my brother died after 40 yrs of drug abuse—but never thought he would. He had been troubled for many years, but we believed God was going to deliver him. And in spite of his deep rebellion at the time of his death, God has confirmed to us in many ways, including dreams and visions from others, that Zach is with Him.

We heard about Derek’s death within days of Zach’s. In fact, Jordan went to One Thing within a week with her cousins, who had served an internship at IHOP awhile ago. We were so shaken and fragile, it seemed the world had turned upside down, and though I knew the truth and clung to it, it seemed God was really making some mistakes.

Our grief has been the most surprising thing in my Christan life. I truly understand now what the little legend called “Footprints” means. I once thought it was trite, but now that I have experienced God carrying me when I thought I was walking all alone, I understand. I spoke with my friend Pam Sardar today and she told me about your blog. My prayers are with you and your family as you walk through this vale of tears. I know from our experience that even the responsibilities of caring for your 10 children can’t completely distract you from the grief you feel for your precious husband. There are days, but more hours and moments now, when I can hardly breather for missing Zach so much.

I pray you are sensing His presence today. I loved the piece on hope, by the way! Thanks for sharing it in the midst of your pain.

Sincerely, Linda Fisher

By: Heather

Heather — Mon, 24 May 2010 19:11:08 +0000

WOW!!
Great blog!!
You all will be in my prayers!!

By: Jodi Lewandoski

Jodi Lewandoski — Sat, 22 May 2010 20:33:36 +0000

Thinking of you all, praying for health and happiness and peace in your hearts…

Jodi

By: Bruce

Bruce — Wed, 19 May 2010 14:31:27 +0000

Praying for you all.

By: Ashley Zimmerman

Ashley Zimmerman — Tue, 11 May 2010 15:32:24 +0000

Your love and your life breaks down barriers and builds bridges to a lost and hurting multi-faceted generation. Thank you for inspiring me more and more to live radically for Jesus

By: Julie & Mike Snitker

Julie & Mike Snitker — Mon, 10 May 2010 23:43:18 +0000

Renee and children, praying for you all. Speedy recovery for everyone and no more sickness in the house. What a weekend. Love you all

By: Bruce E Meyer

Bruce E Meyer — Mon, 10 May 2010 22:07:52 +0000

You are blessed with a truly wonderful family.

By: Brygida Rusek (Bibi)

Brygida Rusek (Bibi) — Mon, 10 May 2010 20:24:17 +0000

Dear Renee, may the Lord bless your precious family! You are amazing! I see great impact of God’s and yours love in your boys! With love and prayer from Poland. Bibi

By: Aunt Lynn

Aunt Lynn — Mon, 10 May 2010 19:20:44 +0000

so glad to hear you had a beautiful mother’s day. you are truly blessed Renee’. We love you and continue to bring you before the throne.

By: Faith wiles

Faith wiles — Mon, 10 May 2010 14:55:51 +0000

Praying for your precious family!