A Warrior Has Fallen

My friend and comrade, Michael Billings, has departed this world. His soul now stands in the presence of God. We mourn and grieve as those left behind, sorrowing at the loss of this seemingly irreplaceable man. But we glorify our Sovereign Creator Who calls men according to His purpose, not ours.

At present I have not the words to write that adeqately express my deep appreciation for Michael, and for the exhortative example his life was and is to me. I hope to offer my thoughts later. For now, please read Mr. Doug Phillips' commentary on the loss of this "...Bright Shining Star in the Kingdom of God."

The Stubblefield Family Name Lives On

Psalm 127:3-5
Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.

May God be praised for bringing a new little one into this world! Last night my dear friends Mark and Amy Stubblefield welcomed Isaac William Stubblefield as their firstborn child and supreme blessing from the Lord. I rejoice with them at the news of his birth, and pray that his coming years will be attended with fruitful service in Christ's Kingdom.

Congratulations, Mark and Amy. I look forward to meeting young Isaac soon.

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