August 2006 Newsletter

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Training Camp

One of the regular activities that Rebecca participates in each week is a visit to the physical therapist. Recently, Rebecca has been working out in a mobile device that helps her to stand. Once she builds up her strength in her legs, she will start learning how to perform walking motions on a treadmill. Many years ago, before Rebecca developed problems in her hips, she used a walking harness to help her walk, mostly uncontrolled, across a room. She could also ride a special adapted bicycle, although she could not steer it. We are believing that God has opened the door to this new therapy for Rebecca in preparation for some dramatic improvements in her mobility. Please believe and pray with us for Rebecca to have all the mobility that is possible.

Together

Here is another look at Dick & Rick's story. It is called TOGETHER and can be found on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D52rJd9GX10.

I Can Only Imagine

There are a few items on the Internet that help in expressing the love a mom or dad can have for their disabled child, along with the joy that such a child can find from simply being there with their mom or dad when something spectacular is done. Sports Illustrated did an article last Summer on Dick & Rick Hoyt and Dick's unending love for his son and his desire to help Rick feel a little less handicapped. A church we visited near Father's Day this year ran the video of their story. It is set to the song I Can Only Imagine. Watch it on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjPrL3n63yg.
As God opens the doors for Tammy and I to travel the world and have Rebecca accompany us, we are believing that many families who are struggling with disabilities will understand that God has a plan and a purpose for everyone. All we need is faith that He is there with us and courage to do something with our lives -- regardless of our physical abilities or limitations. That is one message we believe God will allow Rebecca to bring to the nations.