Comments on: Monday, Nov. 20, 2:45pm

by: Gary and Alice Fredricks

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 18:35:11 +0000

Dear Leigh Anne,

We are Scott Fredricks’ parents. They shared with us about Dustin’s injury when it happened and we along with hundreds of our friends are praying for you including African friends in Kenya. They have been following his updates.

Our prayer is for healing for Dustin and abundant grace and wisdom for you!

In His Love,

Alice and Gary

by: Glenn Fincher

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 17:54:54 +0000

Moving from ICU to a private room is a good sign. When my brother in law was moved to his private room, it unleashes a whole bevy of other professionals to help him as his brain heals. Physical therapists, speech therapists, respiratory therapists can all begin their evaluation and even some beginning therapys designed to both exercise Dustin’s brain & body as it heals, and to evaluate what the injuries have actually impacted. You will probably see slow, but definite progress over the course of the next days & weeks, and perhaps even miraculous “jumps” as healing takes place. Remember, that whatever visible injuries Dustin has are healing - those you can see. The ones you can’t see are healing as well. God has his hand on this, our brother, and we all share your burden.

My brother-in-law, Charlie Blackwood was the victim of an assault on Oct. 28, and is similarly injured, still in a coma, but we have seen some hopeful signs. We share w/Dustin’s family, a hopeful trust in God’s Providence

by: Danielle Gibbs

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 17:17:39 +0000

Salter family:
The lessons from Dustin’s sermon on the doctrine of providence continues to reach into my often disbelieving heart and increase my faith. After pondering the story of Anne Steele and the hymn he referenced, i found another of her songs which may bring some solace to you. You are in our prayers.

When I survey life’s varied scene
Amid the darkest hours
Sweet rays of comfort shine between
And thorns are mixed with flowers

Lord, teach me to adore Thy hand
From whence my comforts flow
And let me in this desert land
A glimpse of Canaan know

Is health and ease my happy share?
Oh may I bless my God;
Thy kindness let my songs declare
And spread Thy praise abroad

In griefs and pains Thy sacred Word
(Dear solace of my soul!)
Celestial comforts can afford
And all their power control

When present sufferings pain my heart
Or future terrors rise
And light and hope almost depart
From these dejected eyes

Thy powerful Word supports my hope
Sweet cordial of the mind
And bears my fainting spirit up
And bids me wait resigned

And oh whate’er of earthly bliss
Thy sovereign hand denies
Accepted at Thy throne of grace
Let this petition rise

“Give me a calm, a thankful heart
From every murmur free
The blessings of Thy grace impart
And let me live to Thee

Let the sweet hope that Thou art mine
My path of life attend
Thy presence through my journey shine
And bless its happy end”

by: Jonathan Carter

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 17:05:00 +0000

Salter Family,

Along with many brothers and sisters in Christ, I continue to pray and I continue to hope. Our hope is in Jesus.

Jonathan

by: Brent Corbin

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 16:19:42 +0000

Leigh Ann,
I knew Dustin from the RUF world. I was a student at OU, so I knew him from many conferences etc. then and have been an intern with RUF for the last two years. He is a dear man, and my wife and I have been and will continue to pray for him and for your family.
In Christ,
Brent

by: Bill Watson

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 13:48:47 +0000

Leigh Ann,
Dustin was a teacher in Florida last summer at a retreat that my daughter, Katie, attended. His teaching meant a lot to her, and she commented about how much she admired the Christian family ideal that your family exemplified. We are all praying for Dustin and you and the children. I have notified my Bible study group, and prayer is going up from many brothers and sisters here in Virginia. May God, for whom all things are possible, hold you all in His almighty hand.

by: Bob Schwanbeck

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:48:26 +0000

Leigh Ann, Many prayers are being raised up for Dustin, you, and your family in Mississippi. Northpointe PCA in Meridian has all of you in our hearts and in our prayers. May God hold you in His strong and loving arms.

Bob Schwanebeck
Pastor, Northpointe Presbyterian Church, Meridian, MS
Member, Mississippi Joint Committtee on Campus Work

by: Amy Maves

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:36:17 +0000

Thank you for these updates. I don’t even know you but find myself checking several times a day for any update in Dustin’s condition. My husband and I were both involved in RUF in our college days (many years ago) so even though we don’t know you we feel a connection to your ministry. We will continue to lift up your family in Americus Georgia.

by: Rachel Caldwell

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:14:34 +0000

Leigh Anne,
My family continues to lift your family up to our heavenly father for the strength you need during this difficult time. The updates are very helpful and we rest in the assurance that our God will not forsake you. Our prayers will continue to flow daily as you stay by your husband’s side. I know this is a very hard time for you.

on Christ whose solid rock we stand,
Rachel Caldwell

by: Nancy Christie

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 22:02:55 +0000

A member of Briarwood Church just letting you know many are praying for Dustin and the family.
Waiting is so hard, but God’s timing is perfect.
In His care,
Nancy Christie