During the Latin American conference of the Church of God my dear parents Martin and Tabita Kurrle were honored in Jardin América, Argentina for their 52 years of ministry as missionaries and pastors.
My dad gave a short speech as he usually does when on stage. After battling stage IV cancer a few years ago, he bounced back and miraculously is still among us. My dad is a living testimony that God can heal someone even when the situation seems impossible for medicine.
My mother on the other hand has been slowly fading. She is dealing with stage two dementia. Mom continues loving those that come in contact and giving out christian literature. She has kept my dad on the road and been his faithful companion for over half a century.
Both have lived a life worth a book and then some. They committed at a young age to each other and their calling was to share Jesus. They have lived out this calling overcoming hurdles of all sorts.
They are enjoying the fruit of their labor and enjoying quieter days in the company of their kids and grandkids. I get the chance to see them often and continue learning from them and listening to their stories.
Martin & Tabita inspire me. When I met them on work teams and observed them on visits, I saw how completely surrendered to God's will and work they have been. They were good leaders by example with servant hearts. May the Peace of the Lord be theirs, always.
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