hodge 6 #1 Posted March 7, 2010 Last night, our precious, 17 year old son died in a car wreck. He had a saving relationship with God, and he died instantly. I can not ask for anything more- to know that my son is in Heaven, secure, and that he did not suffer. We are filled with grief, but we know, beyond any doubt, that God is good. His ways are higher than ours, and I can trust that He will bless us, despite the pain and circumstances. We have been overwhelmed with comfort, compassion, and grace. God NEVER gives us more than we can handle- when we can't handle it with what we have, He gives us the grace necessary to compensate. Please, if you haven't gotten peace with God, don't wait another day. There are no guarantees, and you are wasting precious time. He desires a relationship with you, and life is TOO SHORT to wait. God bless all of you. I expect there to be an outpouring of compassion and love from you guys, and I want to say thank you in advance. You are indeed fine people. Love in Christ, Mark Hodge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brybrychrismer 17 #2 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark we are very sorry to here of your loss you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do just let us know. Bryan Chrismer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roger from southern Iowa 1 #3 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your precious son. He will never be be forgotten. You and your family will get through this rough time, with the foundation of faith you and your family have. All of you are in my prayer for peace and comfort. God bless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,347 #4 Posted March 7, 2010 I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Indy w h 5 #5 Posted March 7, 2010 Very sorry to hear about your son Indy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tgranthamfd 29 #6 Posted March 7, 2010 Our thoughts and prayers are with your and your family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chazm 413 #7 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, I'm so sorry for your lost. Don't know if your familiar with the "Footprints " verse but it helped me when my mom passed away a few years ago "During your times of trial and suffering, When you saw only one set of footprints in the sand... It was then that I carried you " God bless your family Chaz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suburban 550 28 #8 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, very sorry to hear about your son. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bitten 134 #9 Posted March 7, 2010 God bless you and yours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #10 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family too. The hardest thing is to loose a child so be strong! God works in some strange ways some times! God bless you and your family! "The death of a child is like a stone cast into the stillness of a quiet pool; the concentric ripples of despair sweep out in all directions, affecting many, many people." And it has affected us too. Gene & Sara Simpson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fabricator2009 48 #11 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, I am truly sorry for you loss. Your family will be in our prayers. God bless you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
whfan74 2,073 #12 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, I am very sorry for your loss. We are all here to listen. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leichty 0 #13 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, We are so sorry to here about your son. I'm am so thankful that he knew and walked with the Lord. God bless you and your family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #14 Posted March 7, 2010 So very sorry for your loss, Mark. You and your family are in my thoughts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 16,657 #15 Posted March 7, 2010 Words cannot express how sorry we are for you and your family. Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tarcoleo 120 #16 Posted March 7, 2010 In life, events occur for which there is no explanation or reason. We, the aggrieved living, must go on and take care of the living, and the matters that still remain. There is no other choice. You and yours be well and treasure the time you had with your son. Sorry, Tom in RI Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheel horse 1045 2 #17 Posted March 7, 2010 you and your family are in our prayers mark ,god bless Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gerry w 2 #18 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, Words cannot express the lost of your son, many here have come close however, thoughts and prayers to you and your family in this time of grief and sorrow. Gerry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickv1957 77 #19 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark,Sorry to hear about the loss of your son, thoughts are with you and your family,Rick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikesRJ 558 #20 Posted March 7, 2010 Hodge, You, your son and your family are in our prayers. Absolve, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the soul of Thy servant Russ, from every bond of sin, that being raised in the glory of the resurrection, he may be refreshed among the Saints and Elect. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
btrrg1969 11 #21 Posted March 7, 2010 I am truly sorry to hear of such tragic news , I want to express my sympathy . You will be included in my thoughts and prayers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SALTYWRIGHT 861 #22 Posted March 7, 2010 I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. GOD BLESS RUSS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,035 #23 Posted March 7, 2010 I'm deeply sorry for your loss I can only imagine the pain, I have a son turning 19 today I would be lost, again very sorry our prays are with you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,593 #24 Posted March 7, 2010 Mark, I could not begin to understand your loss. You and your family have a strong faith and I know you will be able to support eachother. I am very sorry for your loss. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kajamo240 3 #25 Posted March 7, 2010 So sorry for your loss! My families thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
