
Here they are Josh Leister & Rachel.
James 5:16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.
And if you did not know, Zayden Crow went to be with the Lord after his family decided it would be best to remove him from live support.
Tanya's words:
Hello everybody,
I was really struggling with sending an e-mail (it would be impossible to talk to so many any other way), but the Lord firmly spoke to me about not letting the enemy have any ground that the Lord has shed his blood for, victory is ours. I know that we are to share the victory of Jesus Christ(Jeremiah and I, with what we have just walked through, but I feel that it is important for all of River City to share that as well, and to know just what that victory is, and that it is for all of us to share as a body, you have all been so faithfull to press into what God has for us) we have walked through soo much, trusting that God is in control, that he has always known what is best for us all, and about facing death, I have not had a family member die, not one of my own. In just days Jesus has walked me through fear of death and dying and an understanding of just what death really is. I realize that there is more fear in letting go and trusting God than there really is of death. I have come to a place in my heart that wasn't there before now, our prize is to be with our King, why should we mourn such a pleasure. Isn't that why we believe? God has been soo faithfull with his love and mercy to our family. Thank you al for being so faithfull to lift us up.
We were all praying that God would heal Zayden's body and trust me nobody wanted that more than I did. In 13 days of my beautiful sons life, God healed soo much more than just Zayden,( his healing is to live in eternity with the Savior, our reward is to praise God for the healing that has taken place in a family that has been broken for 5 years.) When Jeremiah and I split up, his parents, his sisters, his nana, aunt Linda, and his uncle Gus all pretended that I did't exist any more, they stopped treating me like family. We have not shared a holiday, or a birthday since 9-11.
I have asked God when the time would come and how would the healing take place. They all have been here, even Gus. The night that Zayden died was the firts time that Gus had been here, and he stayed so that we would know that he loved us. Every relationship that was broken has been restored, EVERY RELATIONSHIP. What the enemy meant for bad, God meant for good. I know that there is soo much more, that we don't see yet, or that is even yet to come. We want the rewards that we will recieve from trusting God, soo we are going to choose to walk it out in faith knowing that we are loved by the Creator.
We will be home Wednesday sometime, we will want some time to get used to being home, we have been gone for almost a month. We would really love prayer for our boys, Tevan is having a hard time. I'm not sure about Isaac but please pray anyways. We are soo thankfull for all of our family at River City thank you for walking this out with us. We have never felt alone. You all are soo faithfull. We love you and will see you all soon.
Faithfully being held by the Father, Tanya and Jeremiah
I have to admit that I hung up on him at first. I am terrible about seeing a number that looks like a telemarketing number and just hanging up. The minute I did it I knew I should have waited a moment longer. Thankfully, he called back.
If you have never called anyone overseas, you have never experienced the "delay". It makes conversation very challenging.
The first thing Dad asked was what we had for lunch. I thought this was very entertaining. I understand he is missing American food right now. I asked him what he had for lunch and he told me minced beef (basically hamburger) with a can of pork and beans dumped over the top and cornbread muffins on the side. Not sure what I think about that meal. Doesn't sound too appetizing. Although my brother, Josh, thought it sounded good.
Dad took time to talk with all of us. He asked each of us about the important issues in our lives and answered any questions we had. It was not long enough, but after three weeks, it was just good to talk with him.
As I am sure you all know, the rest of the family leave very early Saturday morning. It you would like to hear Mom's view on these proceedings go to Leister's Kenyan Life. Let my mom know you are thinking about them by leaving a comment. Remember you are just as much a part of this as they are. They would never have been able to do it without you.
This little blip is about my dad. He left today. From what Mom told me, God orchestrated it. It was quick and simple not long and tear-filled.
So he begins his journey and we will all reap the benefits. I know that doors are being opened right now that were closed because of my father's obedience. And I believe you will all benefit as I will. So be looking. Look for the doors that may open for you.
This is not just about Africa. This about obedience. Follow Dad's example and when God asks - GO! Don't hesitate. Don't question. Just go.
I am also including some family pictures we took on Sunday. If you are not a family who does family pictures, then you are missing out. Or maybe you are just missing out, because you do not have eight children and five grandchildren.
Today we saw the gynecologic oncologist surgeon in Spokane. The report of the doctor is not good. The pelvic mass in Cindy's uterus is pushing into the bladder and the colon. We do not know the kind of cancer, nor do we know the extent of the surgery until it's in progress. Surgery is scheduled for August 6th.
Had an awesome time at the Spokane Healing Rooms!!!
We're positioned at the feet of Jesus, right under the shadow of His wings. Believe with us for signs, wonders and miracles in the days ahead. We love you and thank you.
Barry & Cindy
The anchor holds.
Lin Hall and Leu Feucht are holding a meeting
for anyone who would like to pray
for their community and neighborhood.
It will be held at 10:00am and last till 11:00am.
All are welcome and Lin has put together
a helpful booklet for beginning
to pray for your community and neighborhood.
You are invited to view the fabulous art work of Kim Brooks and join his family in celebration of his life at Hereth Park (Lewiston Orchards, near the LOID). 10:00am - 5:00pm Sunday July 1st. Covered dish dinner at noon with service at 2:00pm. Bobbie Chandler 743-4761
"The Peace That I am Sure to Find" by Kim Brooks
The Peace that I am sure to find,
Lies somewhere near inside my Mind.
In searching for this I will see my Life
as things not meant to be.
But when in stillness I reflect,
when inner Light I can't neglect,
with silent Hope for all mankind,
It's then I see within my Mind,
The Peace that I am sure to find.
Monday May 21st, 6:30pm
Healing Rooms Worship Center
842 Main St. Lewiston, ID
We are very excited to have
Pastor Bret Stedman & his team
share about their recent trip to Kenya. Come and join us and others praying and encouraging those God is sending to the nations from our Valley.
This is a reply to a thank you for speaking at our Monday night meeting. We recorded it, so if you are interested you can pick one up at the Healing Rooms after tonight.
Jessica
Please remember to email me your prayer requests so that I can get them on here.
Remember the prayer of a righteous man avails much and thankful it is not our righteousness we rely on, but Christ's.
Blessings today,
Jessica
This would be the place to post any forwards you receive that you feel would encourage us all.
I have created a new email account that is for the healing rooms. It is lchealingrooms @gmail.com. Please begin to use this email address with all your correspondence for the Healing Rooms.
I really think you will enjoy this mode of communication. Please email your prayer requests, revelations, and such. I cannot wait to begin posting them and to see how God moves in our lives.
Blessings to all of you today. Remember "The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much" and we are all righteous through the blood of Jesus.
Jessica