Irene and Dave,

What a privilege it is to be able to give back in prayer and encouragement to the two of you, who have been such a significant source of support for us the past few years. This morning the following words from Psalm 91 came to mind as I prayed for you: “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways, On their hands they will bear you up”. Praying that you will fully be aware of that “bearing up” today and that you have have strength for whatever comes. We love you both very much!

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My Dearest Irene,

I just spoke with Dave and heard about your illness and your faithful courage. I heard at the MV graduation that you were sick so I called to find out more. My heart is broken to hear what you have endured and are going through. He told me about God’s faithfulness to you and how you are facing this time with firm faith and trust. This doesn’t surprize me since I have never seen you without your hand firmly in Christ’s grasp.

I love you Irene. Your faithful friendship means so much to me. You have always been my example of what God wants us all to be. I know He loves you so much and and I know it is hard for Him to allow this suffering. Suffering is so hard to understand – He knows why – and we must trust Him.

Please know that you and your family will be covered in prayer by Dick and I. We understand the courage your entire family will need to get you through this trial and we know God’s grace is sufficient.  I will watch this website and email you. When I see that you are stronger, I will ask to visit. Until then my thoughts are with you and my plead for you before our Father will be daily.

[blockquote source=”George Mueller”]The greater the weakness, the nearer He is to manifest His strength; the greater our necessities, the more have we ground to rely on it that He will prove Himself our Friend… the nearer the Lord’s help. Therefore, our business is just to pour out our hearts before Him, and help in His own time and way is sure to come.[/blockquote]

Love Always,

Betty

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Dear Irene,

I can’t begin to tell you how you have affected so many for Christ.  Your love for Him and others has always been evident.  I am honored to add my prayers to so many others that know and love you.

[blockquote source=”Jeremiah 29:11-13″]For I know the plans I have for you… I have it all planned out. Plans to take care of you not abandon you. Plans to give you the future you hope for…[/blockquote]

Please know with out doubt that you are in my family’s thoughts and prayers.  Brenden was very upset when I told him of your situation, with a tear in his eye he responded, “of course I will be praying for Mrs. Dias”.

In fact, he is planning to fast as well.  God excels at miracles the fact that Christopher is still with us is further proof.  (I’m not sure if you are aware we almost lost him in April of 2006.  He was going about his normal life including moving his mom’s household furniture with a ruptured appendix for 2 ½ months.  The fact that he survived 24 hours is a miracle.

With much love and prayers,

Ruthe

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