Notes of encouragement for Nancy and tributes to Robert
Dear Nancy, My heart has been wrapped around you ever since your dear husband went home to be with the Lord. I keep thinking about the strength, grace, and faith you’ve carried through every season, and how your love for Jesus has shaped so many lives—including mine. You have shown His heart so beautifully, and I’m grateful for every way your life has pointed me toward Him. Heaven has always been one of my favorite themes in Scripture. Even as a child, I remember singing about it with such longing. That longing has only grown deeper over the years. I recently bought Robert’s last book, *Finish Line*, and I plan to share it with every one of my family members. Thinking of him now—whole, joyful, praising and singing to Jesus—fills me with such joy. I know he has never been happier. There’s a song that captures so much of what my heart feels about heaven, imagining what it will be like to finally stand before Jesus—whether I’ll dance, fall to my knees, or be left speechless in His glory. That hope has carried me through many seasons, and I know it’s a hope you hold close as well. We may not share a close, everyday relationship, but in my heart, you’ve always held a place like a spiritual mother. I pray for you often. I thank the Lord for you often. I speak of you often, because your example has marked my life in ways you may never know. I wish I could give you a long, warm hug—like the ones I’ve been blessed to share with you on those God‑given moments when our paths crossed. Even from afar, please feel the love, gratitude, and tenderness I’m holding you in. One day, we will all be together in our Father’s house—forever whole, forever holy, forever surrounded by His glory. Until then, I’m carrying you in my heart and lifting you before the Lord. With all my love, Dorcas
Thanks Lord for Robert' life . Thanks for love with Jesus , with the Bible. Father , helps Nancy in this time. Help Nancy . She is very important for us. With love you and your minis ministry. We are praying for you. Big hug.
I did not know Robert, though I did have the privilege of meeting him at True Woman '25. His face, voice and gentle handshake was everything I expected it to be after hearing his voice on ROH podcasts/interviews. Calming. Confident. Steadfast. Committed. Faithful. Strong In Christ. Humble. Kind. Intentional. Personable. Patient. He and Nancy both warmly greeted me (and my daughters) as if they were simply reconnecting with long time friends, even though they had never met me previously. Such a welcoming and friendly smile! I'm confident that anyone who had the opportunity of speaking with him experienced this same warm greeting, a gift the Lord surely gave him. The family of God will greatly miss this incredible life, sold out, all in, completely committed to Jesus Christ. Nancy, thank you for sharing your dear husband with the ROH audience. What a team you both are. With gratitude and sorrow, I continue to pray for you and your families. Yes, Lord.
Dear Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. The Lord has brought you to mind over these last days since you shared Robert’s health challenges since Christmas, and my heart has broken for you at the loss of your dear husband. I am thankful for the 10 years you and Robert shared, though I have to admit I felt like a protective sister when I learned of the start of your relationship. I only wanted things to progress if Robert would love you well, and that he did! The Lord is so good to us, knowing that when Robert took his last breath, he was face to face with His Savior, whom he loved so much. I love to imagine when believers go to Heaven, that all their questions are answered (I joke about having a list!), and they know the rest of the story! Praying God’s comfort settles upon you in the coming days, weeks, months and years. May your memories be a blanket of sweet warmth that brings a smile to your face. With so much love, Allison DeLong
Nancy, you are a very courageous woman of God, a faithful servant of Christ, your genuine love for God, you patiently waited for the spouse God had for you, you experienced genuine love from Robert as Christ love for His church. The Great Comforter will continue to uphold you in this difficult time.
Sis. Nancy, I’m praying that the God of all comfort will shower His abundant grace over you and your family during this difficult time. Arms around you tight. Because of His grace, Kathy
Es una penita ya que no esté físicamente, pues no todos estamos preparados para morir, sin embargo, cuando conocemos de Jesucristo, tenemos la esperanza de volvernos a ver en la patria celestial. Nuestras oraciones estan la familia desde la distancia. Magali de Perú.
Dearest Nancy, I pray you will be strengthened and comforted in same way you have strengthened and comforted us through so many years of timeless teachings, your absolute love for the Word and most certainly your devotion for Our King Jesus. You encouraged me to take a stand and swim against the current, which I did. My God has been so faithful in every step of the way. I have faced many giants and will continue until I go home or Jesus comes back. I have learned that in the suffering, we forge an anointing that promotes us to the next level. This special anointing is the Oil for our lamps that keeps us walking firmly with Our Lord and Savior. My prayer is that this next level of intimacy that you will have with Jesus, will be one that you will say, “Lord, You are so worth it. Whatever suffering that comes my way, doesn’t compare to the sacrifice you made for us. Whatever may come my way, I’m honored to suffer for You. Jesus you are everything to me. I continue to give you my all.” Love, Evelyn
In my late teens and into my mid-twenties (currently), I have watched Nancy and Robert, and they both have influenced my Christian walk in more ways than one. Though they do not know me, I cannot count the times that their encouragement has landed in my heart right exactly when I needed it most. I’m eternally grateful to the Lord for Robert and sweet Nancy. They’ve made a significant impact on my life. All my love and heartfelt prayers for Nancy and Robert’s family during this difficult time.
We pray that the Father of mercies and God of all comfort (ll Cor 1:3-4) will be encouraging and comforting you in days to come. Sorry for your loss.
I am grieving like I knew Robert personally , and in a way I did. Although I never met Robert personally it was through about a dozen email exchanges five years ago in which he said I could refer to him as “my good friend”. I have a feeling he had that influence and affect on many others. It began as a simple note to the author of She Calls Me Daddy just to let “the author” know what an impact that book had on my relationship with my daughter at a young age and then what an impact the follow up book had on me as she was about to be Married. “The author” became my friend, Robert, as we continued to exchange emails bout common connections in B’ham, Alabama such as Samford University. I will miss my friend , Robert, as I know many more will also. His impact during his time on earth was profound and something in which I will strive to emulate. God bless
Nancy, I know this will be hard without your DH by your side. Remember to cling to the Lord like you have always done. Jesus is still the same yesterday, today and forever. We love you and pray for you and your families.
Nancy Dios te bendiga y consuele tu corazón. Dios existe , el vive y te dio tu esposo nunca te dejo ni te dejará nonestas sola El.esta contigo. Att. Zoila Cumanda Perú Iquitos
Damos gracias a Dios por la vida de nuestro hermano Robert....y abrazamos a la distancia a nuestra hermana Nancy... Dios contigo mi amada hermana. Saludos desde la CDMX
Dear Nancy, you have been an incredible influence in my life. It is from you that I learned to forgive in ways that only in heaven will you understand. I was so thrilled when I learned that you were going to be married, That a beautiful & godly man had come and swept you off your feet. I have told your story with Robert to so many people. Your marriage was a great hope to many. I am thankful for the decade that you had with him. May the Lord bless you in a very special way as you enter into the season of lament and great loss. May your loneliness be met by our comforting Father. You are loved, appreciated and prayed for.
I stand in awe of the Lord and the beautiful story He has written of Robert's life joined with Nancy's and the absolute grace on display for the world of biblical marriage. We pray for you, Nancy, for the abundance of grace to sustain you in this new season now in widowhood to bring the powerful gospel message of hope to women around the world . Thank you for your commitment to teach the word and share your life with us.
So sorry for your great loss of Robert to you all especially Nancy and his daughters and immediate families. Now he is safe in the arms of Jesus.
Beautiful obituary, beautiful life, and a beautiful man.
Nancy, whenever I had the opportunity to attend your conferences I saw you from afar and I would like to tell you that you inspired me respect. You are a very special woman in my life. After the pandemic in Indianapolis at one of your conferences I saw the happiness you showed with your husband Robert. I saw you like a doll inside a showcase, seeing you very appreciated and of great value. Although I have never approached you, I carry you in my heart and I pray for you that God strengthens your heart so that you can continue to give us that love so that we can endure in this race, Pointing us to the cross.
Querida Nancy, te hablo desde Chile. Te escribo para darte mis más profundas condolencias, anhelando que nuestro buen Dios consuele tu vida, la fortalezca y haga de esta prueba una futura victoria. La vida de tu esposo, su testimonio y libros ayudaron a varios en el mundo. Junto a mi esposo leímos sus libros a lo largo de nuestro noviazgo y ahora matrimonio, nos han bendecido de gran manera. No puedo imaginar el dolor que se debe sentir, sin embargo, tenemos a nuestro padre que completa de gran manera nuestra vida y sé que vivirás día tras día eso. Un abrazo enorme, Loreto