Notes of encouragement for Nancy and tributes to Robert
Nancy, I am sorry to hear of Roberts passing. Your ministry as a single for so long was a blessing and even after you two married, I have celebrated alongside you both over the years in the beautiful moments God gave you and the force you became as a couple in ministry. I'm glad he's out of pain but I know you are grieving his loss as we all are. Please know you are prayed for and over by so many who love you and believe that heaven reigns and God is near.
Dear Nancy, The world of Christian women has rejoiced with you since the beginning of your time with Robert; your beautiful love story. Now, we deeply grieve with you!! I am a widow, as are many of your long-time beneficiaries, and know that God will carry us forward to the end on this earth with the wisdom He pours into you to share and teach. Thank you for your loving messages, your transparency, your beauty, and your gifts to all! I am so very, very sorry!! Jone Branum Dallas
Sorry for your loss Nancy; I used to listen to your radio program daily. I learned so much from your Bible studies and rejoiced when the Father manifested your love story. May the Holy Spirit give you a new strength as start a new chapter without your dear husband. God Bless.
My deepest sympathy to you Nancy as you adjust to life without your dear Robert by your side. I can only imagine the sadness you must be feeling even though we have hope eternal. Your books and teaching have had an immeasurable impact on my life and on our church here in NZ as the beautiful culture of discipleship amongst the women has been spurred on by studying Adorned last year. Thank you, and know that we are praying you will be comforted by His people and His word as you walk through the days ahead. Kia Kaha ( be strong )
Words cannot express how much grief this news has caused to wash over me all over again. I cry again as though I lost my husband all over and the pain is exquisitely painful. The years change it, but missing him does not go away and it is still as intense as ever. I pray for you that you will be comforted as you weep for losing him. I know that he is now with his Savior, as my husband is, and their bodies are no longer suffering with the fallenness of this world. I rejoice and am comforted in what you said: Heaven rules. Jesus is near. In life and in death. The only thing that takes the worst sting out of it is knowing that you will see him again. We will follow one way or the other, in death or taken up, but either way is something we all have in common, leaving this earth. Everyone will be given a new body, and I am so thankful that the one we will have will be glorified to be in Heaven with our Savior and God and not in eternal punishment. So please know that I will be praying for the comfort of your heart and missing him and all that means, and for your family, too, in the loss of your beloved Robert, husband, father, grandfather and dear friend. Only God has the comfort that we need in the darkest days, and He will never leave us. You are loved, dear Nancy.
Nancy and family, My heart aches with you. I have been praying for God's comfort, strength and peace to wash over you when you need it most. Grief is hard, even though we grieve with hope, it still hurts and it is still hard. Praise be to God, he knows this and he cares. Praying you will feel our Lord carrying you through this hard path - and that you'll experience His love in a new way.
Querida Nancy, soy de Argentina, escucho aviva hace varios años, han sido de tanta bendición para mí vida que siendo el dolor de la partida de Robert como un hermano muy cercano, que ejemplo son en el Señor en la vida y al morir en Cristo. Un gran abrazo querida Nancy. Te quiero .mucho
Dearest Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. Though we know that Robert is now in the presence of the Lord, the pain of being apart—for now—can still feel overwhelming. I pray that in the midst of this sorrow, you experience God’s presence in an even deeper and sweeter way as you cling to our Savior. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted, and He is with you—strengthening you, comforting you, and holding you close. With love and prayer, Ruth and Dipo
God is faithful.
Bitter sweet is death. My “cling to” verse and my prayer for you and Robert’s family. Psalm 31:14 “But as for me, I trust in You, O Lord, I say “You are my God.”
Dear sister Nancy, May the Lord grant you strength and encouragement during this very difficult time. I want you to know that your marriage has been, for me, an excellent example of a Christian marriage that reflected the love of Christ. Your husband is now rejoicing in the heavenly homeland, and that is the hope we hold onto. We join you in prayer. May the Lord comfort you and renew your strength each
O Nancy. I sit with you in silence.
I rejoice in the ten years that you and my friend Caroline Swithinbank experienced with the love of your lives. What joy to have that time together. May God comfort you and give you renewed strength to serve the Savior. Former COS member!
You have my sympathy. May God surround you with love at this difficult time. Heaven rules.
All glory for the Lord. My prayers for family and Nancy
While I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Robert, I praise God for his love and devotion to you Nancy, and to the cause of Christ. Time will not heal you, but the Creator of time will heal you, in time.
Oh Nancy. My heart humbly prays and feels for you during this time of loss. I recently lost my husband, best friend and soulmate as well. Ronn knew Robert- by acquaintance through the Wolgemuth family. Mr & Mrs Wolgemuth (Sam & Grace) were host and hostess at our wedding in November, 1973. Robert’s twin siblings, Dan & Debbie, were my dear close friends and were in my wedding party also! I met Bob and Bobbie before they were married, having come to their home in Wheaton, Illinois to visit with their family on the weekend. We were on their porch steps and I remember it like yesterday when Robert introduced me to Bobbie. I share this only to say, what a precious, God fearing family you became a part of and along with you knowing Bobbie before she went Home. Thank you for sharing this news of Robert’s Home going so quickly. My heart prayer will be with you often through the ongoing grieving journey…. And I know you already know the all encompassing comfort and loving grace our Lord Jesus provides. It is ongoing but with difficult challenges and moments. Some longer than others …but always, always there Present with us just as He promises! In His ever abiding & amazing love and grace, Joyce (Abuhl)Rosen
Nancy, I am heartbroken for you… as I lost my dear Godly husband 13 years ago.. although, we both know, as believers in Jesus, they have just moved from here to begin living their life with our Lord. I heard you at a conference many years ago in Ocean City, with my dear friend, Pam Abell. Barry and my late husband, Ron, along with BJ Weber founded the NY Fellowship! You are in my 🙏 as you travel this new road.
My deepest sympathy. My heart aches for you in your loss but you are blessed with the presence of the Wonderful Comforter.
May God keep the family close to His heart. Psalm 63:3 The Love Of God Is Better Than Life. Let Us Glorify Him Daily. 🛐 Be Encouraged