Notes of encouragement for Nancy and tributes to Robert
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband and friend. I will pray for you and your family hoping you will have peace and joy knowing he is with the Lord. I find it helpful to thank God every time I remember the wonderful soul God put in my life, to love and enjoy for so many years.
May God bless you and your families. May you feel His arms of comfort around you now and in the days ahead!
Dear Nancy, The passing of Robert has filled my heart with deep sadness and mourning. Even though I never had the opportunity to meet you or Robert in person, I feel as though I have known you both for a lifetime. I know that what unites us is being part of the body of Christ—His great love, and how that love and mercy are reflected in our lives. I will be praying that during this time of grief, Christ may strengthen your heart and the hearts of your family, just as I know He already has. I am confident that even in this difficult situation, you will be able to see God’s love and His great compassion in your life. Although I am saddened by Robert’s departure, I feel peace knowing that he is now in the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And I know that Christ is coming soon. In a not-too-distant time, we will all be together again—those of us who remain here, and those for whom the Lord hasalready come. “Nancy, God is love, and we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him.” () I pray that God continues to bless your life abundantly. With much love,
Robert ahora disfruta de la presencia gloriosa de nuestro señor Jesucristo! El señor le fortalezca y llene de paz hermana Nancy
I am so grateful I opened this email regarding Robert's Home-going. That is a beautiful phrase I have never heard before and will use now. I did not know much about Robert and have regrettably, not engaged much with Revive Our Hearts since I first heard it on the radio while traveling to South Haven (about 2-3 years ago). I rarely opened the email outreach, though I often read the mailings. I am so glad I took a minute to learn more about who was "safely home." I smile to see Nancy and Robert in these photos and learn about his life; I am inspired. I now have a new list of books to share with my husband, who is going through health challenges and also entering a season of spiritual breakthroughs. I am encouraged and contemplative on how our ministry could take shape into something similar to theirs. Thank you, Nancy and Robert, for your ministry, devotion, and zeal for Christ. Praying for His strength and comfort in this season. Bonnie
Nancy, you, the family and Revive Our Hearts staff are being lifted up in prayer as you mourn the loss of your beloved husband, father, and colleague. May you all feel God's presence on this journey. Robert's legacy will continue to impact the lives of all he touched. The separation is temporary. Heaven rules.
Dios es tu fortaleza siempre Nancy.
Nancy, you’re in my prayers. We love you and are thankful for the time on earth that Robert has been blessed with. The Bible says, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. So, we’ll rejoice. 💕
Sweet Nancy .. I am a single 76 young daughter of our heavenly Father never been married but believing for my wonderful Godly man .. I followed your beautiful marriage and ministry and it gave me hope for my marriage . Your marriage was so arranged by Father .. I have prayed for you throughout this day for Father to embrace you with more of His love as you walk thru the days ahead ! Thank you to both you and Robert for showing so many of us what a Godly marriage looks like ! In Father’s love , Judy
Nancy, my love and condolence to you and your family. You two have been such an inspiration to The Body of Christ and I’m so thankful to ABBA for blessing you to meet and marry a truly Godly man, to experience holy matrimony until death you do part. 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 my prayer for you.❤️🙏
Nancy, how beautiful your words on FB about Robert. I pray comfort and peace in the coming days. Blessings as you become cared for as His bride. He has special place in His heart for widows and orphans. May you feel His loving arms surround you.
Dear Nancy, thank you for showing us the way in grief too. It is something I shy away from. At ALL COST sometimes (sadly - how ironic). I never want BLUE to have the ball (INSIDE OUT the first movie). I was 25 when I lost my Mum - I DID EVERYTHING wrong while she was sick for 2 years prior - EVERYTHING. Even unbelievers did better than I and I see them still do better than I do all the time. Somehow it was never modelled to me and I LACKED THE MILK OF HUMAN KINDNESS back then, unable to know how to deal with a mental and emotional breakdown. With this I do NOT blameshift, but take FULL responsibility for the regrets I occasionally still grapple with after all these years and that in spite of understanding that GOD FORGIVES when he sees true repentance - not just regret. I know I am forgiven, but oh how much I would have wanted to have loved her better. Your detailed, yet dignified account of respect, love, compassion, family unity and perseverance as you consulted with a medical team, witnessed to a medical team, made decisions as his wife but also in consultation with his family, speaks of grace under fire and surrender to God. How interesting that yesterday, 10 Jan, the reading piece from your devotional REVIVE MY HEART, speaks about the two of you in an upscale restaurant and the joy of watching the waiters open the silver domes from the serving platters to reveal your orders. You continue to remind us that not all we receive in this life, we ordered and then you encourage us to trust the sovereignty of God. May this sovereign God you have known most of your life, continue to strengthen you as you now go through the funeral arrangements and later, with your dedicated team, pick up the WONDER OF THE WORD series again. What a privilege to be a miniscule part of this initiative here in South Africa and thus to be given a front row seat (in a very small way) to your writings and personal musings. AND yes - we do not mourn as those who have no hope! INDEED! SAFE! THAT IS THE MESSAGE IN LIFE AND IN EVERLASTING LIFE for each one of us who confess Christ and live in the fear of God.
Apreciable Nancy, que el Gran Consolador, el Espíritu Santo le ayude a transitar por este camino desértico. Nuestro Señor Jesucristo la sostenga en su regazo y nuestro Padre Celestial tiene hoy a un hijo más en casa porque el Sr. Robert escuchó y obedeció: “Pero tú Timoteo, hombre de Dios, corre y sálvate de todo esto. Procura una vida justa, una vida de milagros, fe, amor, constancia y gentileza. Echa mano a la vida eterna, la vida a la que fuiste llamado, la que tan fervientemente abrazaste en presencia de muchos testigos “ 1 Timoteo 6:11-12. En presencia del Señor eternamente amén .🙏🏻
What a beautiful fly way home moment with you and your family as Robert is,with our Lord and Savior! You both have been beautiful examples of walking with the Lord and trusted him with your whole lives no matter what happens. And yes, seven rules thank you for your reminders 2 millions of people about the truth. Praying for you and your family.
Dear Nancy, I am also a widow since three years and I can feel with you. I’m praying that you will experience the Lord as I did through this time. He is really faithful and keeps all his promises. “ be still and know that I am Lord”. In Christs eternal love, Angelika from Germany
Dear Nancy, I am also a widow since three years and I can feel with you. I’m praying that you will experience the Lord as I did through this time. He is really faithful and keeps all his promises. “ be still and know that I am Lord”. Psalm 46:11 In Christs eternal love, Angelika from Germany
Dear Nancy, As I was reading your post today, I felt so encouraged, I saw the Lord’s hand working within you to give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. What a beautiful testament of our hope in Christ and the blessed gift of eternal life in Him. My family and I are keeping you in our prayers.
Dear Nancy, your marriage has been a great example and help to me; I embrace you with all my heart.
Your and Robert’s story is very much like my friend Jane Bridges and her husband Jerry. Like Robert, he was an author and he lost his wife to cancer. Jane had never been married. Like you two they ministered together until the Lord called Jerry home. Praying for you Nancy. Thank you for your example of faith throughout all the circumstances and seasons of life.
Dear Nancy, My heart broke as I heard the news. I love you. I will be in prayer for you. Thank you for showing us wives how to respect, and honor our husbands. I learned a lot from you. God keep you and protect you. God comfort you as He is our perfect comforter.