"Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Phillipians 1:19-21
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Mom kept repeating a portion of a scripture while we were at the hospital. "To live is Christ, to die is gain" So I looked it up and found that it was a profound scripture and we knew God had hand delivered that message to us to encourage us, build our faith and also serve as our mission statement as we battled for Dad's life. I called friends who immediately had the youth of our fellowship make a giant banner with the entire scripture on it to hang in Dad's room. It served as a constant reminder to us and also as a powerful testimony to everyone who entered his room. After dad passed his doctor came to see us and give his condolences. We had gone round and round with this doctor, trying to make him understand how we felt Dad should be treated. I knew this man was puzzled by us, but God wanted us to push through even if it went against what the doctors thought. Anyway, I told him thank you for all he did and then just asked him to please read the banner so he could understand what our goal was. I know seeds were planted in that man and many others. So here is the scripture:
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Katrina, this is so amazing, the testimony that Jared shared at church about that scripture, we had no idea that you guys were hearing the same one. We hadn't been in the room to see the banner either. The first night we were there was when he started remembering that scripture and it ministered to him. Praise God for all that your Dad has "gained".
The flame of Bob's life now being extinguished, the fond memories we now hold near and dear will remain a part of our lives as long as God gives us breath. May the pain of the void we all feel be soothed by the Hand of God. In loving memory of my dear Brother in Christ, Bob Henningsen
Rickey Ferguson
How can you not feel the loss of a man that was such an oak of righteousness in this life. I asked myself, if I could only find the joy in life that he had for his family and friends. It will be a legacy that will last for generations to come. It was an honor to be with Bob and his family during his last few hours on this earth. We shared the gift of love in its purest form watching his son, daughters, and grandkids say good-by one by one. Kisses, hugs and stroking of of his white hair gave Bob the parting gift of love as he was birthed into the kingdom of God. We shared so much in this life together over the 25 years we knew Bob. Our hearts will forever have a special place for him and his family, and he will be remembered like a brother forever.
Dave Culp
We feel so blessed to have known Bob. One of the finest things he was able to do was leave behind a large family who loves the Lord and touches the lives of others for God. We love you all so very much and are very thankful God has brought you into our lives.
Steve and Susie Pintar
I am so honored to have know him. I love my Tuscolians!
My prayers go out to the entire family.He has left behind a great legacy that will keep his memories alive forever in a great number of people.He has touched many people with his love of the Lord, his seed planted,his work done. God's love to all of you. Sandie
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