Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Family Update

Debbie's grandfather's funeral was held on Monday. It was a wonderful time of celebrating Glenn Lichty's life lived for God. Wonderful tributes were shared by family members and a close friend who is retired Salvation Army Lt. Colonel. I had the wonderful blessing of sharing from Scripture and remembrance as well. Jesus Christ was lifted up, the gospel presented, and God was glorified. Please pray for family members and perhaps a few others present who don't know the Lord personally.

We drove from Colorado to Kansas City to be here with Debbie's family. We leave tomorrow to drive back to Colorado where we continue our stateside assignment.

On another front, I sent an "Open Letter to Southern Baptists" to State Baptist papers and Baptist Press. Some have begun to publish it. I wanted fellow Southern Baptists to see my entire thoughts and not just the leaked portions and few excerpts previously published by BP. May God do with it what He desires, may all IMB personnel be encouraged, and may many more truly qualified,called Southern Baptists be able to serve overseas through the IMB to the glory of God.

We continue to pray, respond to inquiries, and seek what God would have us to do next in His service.

Thanks much for your prayers,

Rodney

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Deborah S. Reece said...

Rodney and Debbie:

We continue to pray for you both as you seek the Lord's direction. May the Lord speak clearly to you both and give you the courage to take the next step.

Blessings,
Deb

Rodney Hammer said...

Deb,

Thanks so much for your prayers and encouragement.

The Lord is good and gracious, and we continue to pray for you all in CEE.

Thanks again,

Rodney

Joe R said...

Rodney, Debbie and Luke,
You have been on my mind much lately. I pray for God's will in your life daily right now as you face an uncertain future.

However uncertain it is, I know that God is leading you. Sometimes we have to get out of the boat and follow.

You are an inspiration!

I was happy to see that you were given the opportunity to publish your objections in the public arena.

Praying in Kstan!
Joe