The James Family
Debbie James Easter Greeting 2015
Hi from Bolivia!
Debbie wrote this for you. Thank you for praying for us,
Kep
Hi Everyone!
As I reflected on Easter this year, and the incredible hope of new life because of the death and resurrection of Jesus, I couldn't help but also reflect on all of the many miraculous events in our lives over the past few months. So much has happened!
First, I had surgery in December, and was told it was cancer. Then, Andrew, Angie, and their children left Bolivia for a time of training and preparation at Parkside Church in Cleveland. Then, our miracle grand-baby Ethan was born! Then I traveled to the US and was told that I actually didn't have cancer after all! WOW!
In all of the upheaval and contrasting emotions of sadness and joy, we have felt the hand of God holding us, protecting us, loving us, and guiding us- in ways that are absolutely miraculous! We have learned to cling to Him more and more, because HE is our faithful and amazing God, and He loves us so much more than any of us could ever imagine!
We thank God for your lives, too, because many of you prayed for us during this time, and we have felt your support, your prayers, and your love. Thank you!
Love,
Debbie
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you, who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials, so that the tested genuineness of your faith -- more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire -- may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ. Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.
-I Peter 1:3-9