Adorned with Modesty Newsletter- March 2008Sincerely,
The Reschly Family
Encourage.
Just this past weekend we received an email from a dear sister in Christ that touched our hearts to tears, especially because we have heard from several others who are in the same place. These, our brothers and sisters who love the Lord, are serving with all their are and yet find little support from the local body. Yet with great joy we see the fruits of the daily labors. Is there someone you know whom you might encourage with a note or email today? We have many dear ones whom we would be glad to pass a note onto if you would like to write. Thank you for taking a moment to encourage another family member in Christ.
Pray.
Also, we received the following email from a dear friend we have known for years. This past month we have seen the great grace given to us in prayer and intercession. Consider the needs of those near you and your own family. We have been so humbled and grateful for the prayers which you have given on our behalf through our move and Eric's start in Seminary. Thank you so very much. We ask that you please keep Dustin's family in prayer.
"I thought you would like to read it. Thank you both as I know you will pray hard.------------------------------------------------------------Brittany and I have been up most of the night askingfor prayers from people around the world. Now, I needto ask each one of you to join us.My Son, Joshua, had a heart transplant when he was 19days old. Statistically, he's had a 30% chance of notliving to see his 5th birthday. Now that he has, heonly has a 50% chance of living to see his 10th. Hisodds of surviving have been greatly reduced due toabusive actions by the boys' biological father andwe've been in a 13 month long court battle to try toprotect them from several instances of physical dangeras well as severe emotional harm. This year, Josh hashad at least 8 bouts of pneumonia and 2hospitalizations, missed 6 weeks of his first year ofkindergarten and screams every time a nurse comes nearhim for fear of another needle. Each new illness couldbe the one that has him fighting for his life. Myeight year old son Jacob has been seeing a childtherapist since June and often breaks down in tearsover the things that his father does or tells him.We've spent more than a quarter of my income this yearon attorneys and court costs and $6000 on medicalexpenses, but, by the grace of God, have remained debtfree.I'm not looking for responses to this email, anyrecognition or to become the topic of discussion, but,I'm pleading, for my family's sake,please take a moment today to find a quiet place in your heart to say "God please help Jacob and Joshua."I know that I'm far from a perfect example of what aChristian should be, I'm often negative and coldtowards others. Please know that my family and I haveprayed for you and the needs that I overhear. Ifthere's anything that you need prayer for, please letme know."This is the confidence we have in approaching God:that if we ask anything according to his will, hehears us. And if we know that he hears us - whateverwe ask - we know that we have what we asked of him" (1John 5:14-15)."Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks inall circumstances, for this is God's will for you inChrist Jesus" (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).Thanks for listening.dustinkraft000@yahoo.com"
Give.
We have met a most wonderful and sweet family through the shop. They have truely been a delight and encouragement to our family. We asked permission to throw a sort of benefit for their family. Here is chance to meet the needs of a godly family. We invite you all to pray and give as the Lord leads.
As I mentioned, the Mowe's have been a joy to our family. Their prayers in my father's illness have meant a great deal to us as well. They have just learned that their daughted is in need of surgury for all four of her wisdom teeth which are impacted. The cost of the surgury was quoted at $3,000.00.
If we all gave from what we have been blessed with, we could make the need nothing and also encourage a lovely family in Christ. We are asking also that you keep Mr. Mowe in your prayers. He has an autoimmune disease that was diagnosed 4 years ago and at present is fighting an upper respiratory infection. Please pray for continued strength.
Please email us at: ericreschly@hotmail.com and we will send you their address. We would also like to extend a free used item or ebook from the shop to anyone who would like to give as our thank you.
Receive.
We wanted also to take this time to remind you of the Dorcas Program. We see our responsiblity to be joyfully obedient to God's word to help the widows and the fatherless. To that end we are glad to offer our Dorcas Program in memory of that beautiful Christian who has long gone to be with the Lord. (You can read about her in the book of Acts.) If you or someone you know is a widow or single mother in need of clothing, please contact us with a list of our products that would help. We will be glad to extend these to you free of charge. We only ask that you pay shipping costs. Thank you so much for your participation.
Relieve.
As the days go by and the girls grow, the more we desire that the shop go to a godly family whom it can benefit. If you have been praying about & considering taking over the shop, but are concerned about the initial cost, please contact us. Our hearts are more concerned about the shop being a benefit to a family than about our earnings. We would not like to close her doors, as there are so very many dear ones whom make her up. Would you consider relieving our family and taking on the joys of this ministry?
Thank you to each of you who daily encourage, pray, give, receive and relieve. Thank you, again, for your prayers for our family. May our Lord bless you as you continue to serve him and his beloved bride, the church.
Sincerely,
The Eric Reschly Family
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