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15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Have you heard about this story? It needs to be shouted from the roof tops and proclaimed abroad! This story is so lovely, that I wept when I heard it.
Please read this story then come back for the comments.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/09/09/AR2008090903691.html?hpid=moreheadlines
I am reminded of so many truths as I learned of this story. The one that just overwhelms me is the love of the Father for his son. Our Heavenly Father loves us so much that I don't think we even can comprehend what He went through to save us. All I know is that He loved me so much that He voluntarily laid down His life for me. We are indeed important to God!
I am reminded of a life of giving. For givers giving is a way of life. He gave His time, money, effort, and ultimately his life. What a wonderful man and true example of what a servant is. This is a man that deserves to be honored.
I am reminded of how difficult it those final moments must have been for him. Unable to breath and when he could he was inhaling those nasty vile fumes of the sewer. Incredible! What a hero and I am touched by this story.
I hope it touches you and ispiries to love all those around you for you truly do make a difference! |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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The GOD whom we serve is not just a loving GOD but HE IS LOVE ,1John.4.6.When we fully realize that His love can not be earned but it is freely given, then we will serve our Father because of His love for us !!. There is saying in my language that "YOU CAN GIVE WITH OUT LOVE BUT YOU CAN NOT LOVE WITH OUT LOVE ". what a joy that we have such a Father in heaven, Rom.8.32-33. |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| This was an awesome story Brother Todd..truly a demonstration of the Fathers love...That's what I strive for every day....to not only talk the talk...but to walk the walk...and be an example of our Heavenly Fathers love, just like the brother commented before me....for GOD IS LOVE ;o) Thanks for sharing this..what a wonderful reminder!!! |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| What a story!!! Mr. Vander Woude really exhibited our Father's love in his love for his son. This man was truly a wonderful father. The article is a wonderful testimony to his living out his faith, heartbreaking and wonderful. |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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I Cherish his LOVE everyday......and The Family
Amen Brother Todd |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| Wow, have you ever noticed ( I am sure you have) how much more we love our special needs kids? I mean, we parents love our kids so much we give our lives for them, but that love is even stronger when we are given these special needs kids. It is an even bigger parenting calling than your typical kids and please do not get me wrong, all our kids are special. Is just that when we are given God's task to parent an Autistic kid, or any other Special Needs kid it becomes a higher calling. Mr. Vander Woude knew this and so do many of us who are trusted to take care of God's special kids. He knew his son's live was always in jeopardy and was always by his side, as the article says, to protect and love his son even if it meant his own life. That is what we parents do and more so when we have someone like Mr. Woude's son. Normally we know our typical kids will grow to be independent and to assume their parental roles in the circle of life, but when we have a special needs kid is a for life affair and you know you are called to love and protect this kids with your life at all times. He did not sacrifice his life, it was his ultimate act of love and protection, and he understood it that way. |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| What a touching story. I know that his family must have really cherished him, and will miss him terribly. |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| Thomas Vander Woude has touched my life today, thanks for sharing that Todd!! |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| I second Mike!!! Also, you right God has a love for us that I could never fully comprehend!!!! |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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| Remarkable story, one which resonates with all of us who are saved and who have children. God loved us so much..Jesus died for future generations that would come to know him, even knowing that we would sin and fall..What love, so amazing! |
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| September 12, 2008 |
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Brother Todd;
what a awesome story, what a wonderful man, loving and caring...
Thank you Brother Todd for sharing this story, I will put that family in my prayers, for their loss was great.
God bless you and your family... I love how you parallel Vander Woude, and How Jesus died for us... Jesus
is so wonderful, what a gift He gave us... I am glad Jesus loved us that much. Where would we be if He hadn't... |
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| September 13, 2008 |
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Thomas Vander Woude lived a sacrifical, loving, beautiful life, and he died in the manner in which he lived.
What a blessing he was, to so many people!
I think you're right.... our minds are unable to conceive the love that God has for us; what He was willing to sacrifce so that we can live. We understand on a "human" terms, but not on "God's terms".
Thank you, God! |
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| September 14, 2008 |
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| Excellent brother, thanks! |
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