Friday, August 21, 2015

"Let the little children come to me..."

Come and see what our God has done, what awesome miracles he performs for people! Let the whole world bless our God and loudly sing his praises. Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will tell you what he did for me. Praise God, who did not ignore my prayer or withdraw his unfailing love from me. Psalm 66:various

Today, at ~11:20 a.m. (but we are calling 22 so she gets full credit for 45 hours), the Father healed Arabella. At that time, all of heaven rejoiced the completion of the work Arabella was called to. Her time on earth may have been short, as was she, but her impact was incredibly profound.

I've spent the last hour trying to find amazing words to tell a beautiful story of her passing, and while I'm sure at some point I'll be able to, that will have to wait for another blog because right now I can only say it was beautiful and exactly what God planned, and those present needed.

He is good. He is faithful. He is love. He makes all things new.








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14 comments:

  1. Mike GrayAugust 21, 2015 at 3:17 PM

    Godspeed, child. And God stay with you Ellises.

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  2. Kristy Berends PhotographyAugust 21, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Into the arms of Jesus sweet Arabella!! Love you sweet girl!

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  3. UnknownAugust 21, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    I will forever envision Arabella in heaven, cradled in God's own arms.
    Her time on earth was so short, but oh so powerful. You, dear child, were not in vain.

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  4. Amy O.August 21, 2015 at 4:15 PM

    Thank you for shining your light so brightly. I don't know you personally but have followed your story through Kristy Berends. I have shared your story also. It is amazing how many people have been touched by Arabella's short life, but a life so FULL of beauty and meaning. And miracles. Your truth you proclaim on your blog is going to impact souls for eternity. People need to hear it, they are hungry for this truth. Keep shining brightly in a dark world. And Arabella, some people live 100 years and never have the impact that you did. God is good and worthy to be praised. May you sing and dance and be loved for all eternity by your Creator, who has loved you before the foundations of the world were ever made. God bless your family.

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  5. UnknownAugust 21, 2015 at 4:37 PM

    Amen! Praying for all of you! Cradled in the arms of Jesus....

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  6. UnknownAugust 21, 2015 at 5:44 PM

    Mourning, praising and praying...

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  7. Janeen SmithAugust 21, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    Praying for you all and thankful for the grace that the Father has bestowed on you.

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  8. shannon thompsonAugust 21, 2015 at 6:50 PM

    Prayers for your entire family! Thank you for sharing your story with us all. Thank you for being such an amazing witness to the power of prayer and the life of true follower of Christ. I cannot imagine what you are going through but know that you are thought of and prayed for.God grant you Peace until you are united for all eternity.

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  9. UnknownAugust 22, 2015 at 2:47 AM

    I have heard many beautiful testimonies, but this is faith and grace at a level I've never experienced before. As a Mom and a Ped nurse, I am awed. As a Christian--humbled, and BLESSED. I thank God for your lives, and for being able to witness His presence in your hearts, minds, and thoughts. It makes me want to be a better Christian on a closer walk. So much joy awaits you in Heaven with Arabella--yet you've shown that so much joy can reign even when facing the worst of earthy circumstances. This is "victorious living" and "life abundant" as He intends, and which still seems so elusive despite our knowledge that He is in control, ahd He has alsready won the battle. Thank you for sharing this gift with us. Blessings.

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  10. UnknownAugust 22, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    Beautiful, heartbreaking and inspiring. Praying for your entire family.

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  11. skyrampAugust 22, 2015 at 9:02 AM

    Continuing to pray for all of you. I am in awe at your testimony and the faith you exhibit in this most difficult time. Be comforted with the knowledge that Arabella is in the arms of Jesus, and may the peace that only He can give be with all of you.
    Dave Ryskamp

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  12. BrittanyAugust 23, 2015 at 4:50 AM

    So beautiful. Praise God for sweet Arabella and the glory she brought Him! I know a couple baby girls who were waiting with hugs for your precious Arabella. Love to you, friends ❤️ we will hold them again!

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  13. maggieAugust 23, 2015 at 9:29 PM

    Your story, and your words, and your faith are amazing Keri. I'm always drawn to her perfect little hands in all of your pictures of her. I know she knew how much she was loved and protected and wanted and perfect every time you kissed them and felt them and held them in your own. Praying so much for your entire family and the days and weeks ahead.

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  14. UnknownSeptember 3, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    R.I.P sweet angel Arabella. I hope you are watching over your mummy,daddy & big sister xxxx

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