Exciting News.

We have exciting news! Our son (Chris), daughter in law (Alicia), and our precious grandson (Andrew) will visit with us in Sioux Falls June 1-4. We can hardly wait till Thursday. And then, we can hardly wait till Sunday so we can introduce Andrew to you. You prayed faithfully for him during those very hard days when we were unsure about his future. I asked you in December to pray for a miracle--and we believe we have it. He is now ten months old and for the first time is a healthy and happy little guy.

At one point in recent months, Brenda and I named people and/or churches in fifteen states who were praying for Andrew. I have heard other people over the years share how needed encouragement came as the result of such prayer efforts. It is a true testimony. We were, and still are, blessed by the persuasive energy that comes when believing people raise to God needs and thanksgiving.

Years ago I read Dr. George Buttrick's very fine volume entitled, "Prayer." I was impressed with his defintion. Prayer, he said, is developing 'comradeship' with God. Herein lies the entirety of our faith. Our God is One to whom we can draw near. God has revealed Himself to us through Christ and Scripture. And this Great God wants a personal relationship with each of us. Is that mindboggling--or what?

Have a great day. Talk later. LM