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The Engels Family – Part 2

For those of you who were touched by our recent blog post about the amazing Engels family, please spend another few moments with us. We have more photos to share, and we hope that you are again blessed, encouraged, and challenged.

Rich put together the unbelievable fusion slideshow below, blending our still shots with some video that we took during our time with the Engels. These photos are from the end of our session, when the family spent time cutting Christi’s hair before the chemotherapy could take it from her. Kenny had his head shaved right along with her, and his love for her could not be more beautiful or inspiring.

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Perfect, wonderful self portrait:

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I’m just going to let this video speak for itself.

Please use the comments section to let the Engels know that you love them and are praying for them.

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Briana -

wow. Well worth staying up till 4am, Rich. God bless this beautiful family.

Sarah Holland -

Wow. She is beautiful! They look like an amazing family.

Cara & Montague Hicks -

What a beautiful portrayal of such a wonderful family. Engels family, we’re praying for you and are thankful to have you as a living example of what Christ calls us to be.

Nick and Amber Nolen -

Engels Family, The love of Christ shines so vibrantly through your family. It is so apparent that there is a special joy in all of your hearts – even in this time of trial. Nicholas and I find such comfort in your peace. Your family is radiant, your pictures are beautiful! Rich and Heather – what can I say? I am not sure that I know of many people that can capture a moment like you! Stunning.

Melinda M Russell -

Rich, I can’t even begin to tell you how inspirational this was for me personally. I cried through most of it so I had to watch it again. This family will be in my thoughts and prayers…. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talents with everyone!

Tobi/Ivey Handcrafted -

I thought the first post was beautiful- this one was amazing. This is exactly what a wonderful marriage and family looks like. It was beautiful to see and Rich you captured it perfectly. Engel’s Family – even though I don’t know you I am praying for you and I know you all have god and your beautiful spirit to get you through this. With love

Renee -

If marriages could win ‘Gold Medals’ – this is truly the one. Kenny’s admiration & love for his precious wife is evident in every expression in his face when he looks at her, in return that devotion and love is given back to him. Just when you think they’ve given all their love to each other, you see their eyes when they look at their sweet daughters and then you realize you are actually witnessing a perfect example “Christ-like” love.

What an inspiration to us all! What a blessing it is to be able to enjoy their company!
It’s a privilege to offer prayers to our amazing God for this family that honors Him and seeks His glory.

Thank you Rich & Heather for sharing your gifts with all of us.

Joyous King -

Amazing. A splendid slideshow. I do not know this family, but through the incredible photos, it is evident this family is full of life and has strength beyond measure. Your work has inspired a connection and elicited unexpected emotion. My thoughts and prayers are with the Engels family. Much Love.

Melissa -

You captured these precious family moments so beautifully. This family is in our prayers.

Hayne and Ruth Ann Steen -

This is absolutely beautiful. Rich you have captured a treasure. Thank you for sharing. Now I need to go get a handful of tissue. God bless this family.

Jenn Maddox -

i’m speechless…thank you for sharing these moments with us Rich! praying fervently for the Engels family!

Paul and Lauren Chastain -

Kenny and Christy, Your Calvary Ft. Lauderdale ‘family’ are interceding for you, praying for healing, peace, and strength. To have such love, you are richly blessed. Blessings.

cassie -

Love the attention to details like her hands. Every picture and video was just so special and amazing that they now have this forever to remember what a hard time Christ carried them through…Beautiful pictures and beautiful family :) God Bless Kenny and Christi!!!

Hilde Croxall -

The Engels’ brave decision to turn a difficult experience into a beautiful time with their children is so touching and inspiring. May God continue to bring peace, strenght and healing to Christi and her family.

Lenore Smith -

Thank you for sharing with us the joyous power of love. My prayers are with you and your beautiful family. Lenore Smith

Pam Waters -

Engels Family, You are truly a blessing to all of us. I am blessed and a better believer for knowing you all. Praying for all of you.

Bridget Brown -

I hope that when I get married next year that I have that kind of a marriage

Mark Davis -

You guys have a beautiful family and it was inspiring and encouraging to watch you demonstrate the joy of Lord in the midst of a tremendous test and trial. We are praying for your entire family that God would grant you His peace, His strength, His power, His love, His grace, and His healing power in ways above and beyond what you could ask, think, or imagine.

Love,

Mark

Aunt Jackie -

Kenny & Christi, Love the video and the photos. I am so proud of both of you and your girls. You’re in my prayers as your family continues your battle with cancer. I love you all very much. Hang in there Christi, Jesus loves you and will continue to give you strength.

Love, Aunt Jackie

Terri Carroll -

Thank you! What a beautiful display of Gods unconditional love and endless mercies. We love you all and are taking you to our knees

Remi and Sara Arnaud -

We are fasting and praying for you guys every Tuesday. Your family has deeply touched our lives so many times, and now, more than ever. You are all so beautiful. We love you.
Remi Sara Liel & Madeleine Arnaud

Rod Pearcy -

In the midst of your trial, you are touching more lives as an example of Gods love than most of us ever will in our lifetimes. Thank you for modeling for us how to do life. We love you guys!

Rhonda Barnett -

You are in our constant thoughts and prayers. I am learning to live by faith more and more everyday just by watching you live your lives. There are no words strong enough to say how much we love you. May God wrap his strong arms around your family and you feel his big hugs of sweetness and love. Psalms 46:10

Love and prayers,
Larry, Rhonda, Cody, Christopher and Maddie Barnett

Amy James -

No one rocks a bowl cut like Christi! :) Wow – I smiled, laughed, cried and truly felt proud to call you friends… you’re in my thoughts and prayers – I can’t wait to hear how God uses this for His glory!

Janet and Duke Bozick -

Thank you for making such a beautiful video…We love you Engels Family, there is no better picture of Christ displayed on earth for me…i watched this last night and played it for Duke this morning,you are a living Valentine, the true meaning of Love….We are praying and believing on God’s Grace, and God’s Miracles!!!! we miss you guys and this video brought us close, thank you. This video is God’s workmanship…

Mike -

Kenny, Christi and girls… That was such a beautiful portrait of family. I can’t imagine how anyone could walk through a trial with out the comfort, security and strength we have through Christ. However, it’s very easy for me to say that and ‘wish’ you well. It’s another thing to know that you’re demonstrating this, walking through it, and living it. I love you man, and I’m praying for you daily… I’m so inspired to see you face this with the utmost confidence that God’s completely in control.

I love you guys…

-Michael & Julia (Kurschner in 22 days :)

Dawn -

Kenny and Christi, thank you for sharing the love of your family with all of us – it is truly the portrayal of God’s love. What an honor to laugh and cry with you. Praying for all of you!

kellie -

Seriously beautiful! Amazing job capturing it all Rich and Heather. To the Engels family – Jason and I along with all of Calvary Chapel Cleveland are praying for you.

Jenny Suddath -

Thank you for teaching all of us about LOVE. You are amazing – Jesus is amazing in all of you. Thank you for being so open and honest. It is a privilege to carry you to the throne of GRACE in prayer.
in the STRONG name of Jesus,
Jenny and Jim Suddath

Stacy & Joe Carto -

We are both overwhelmed with the love that has jumped out of this video and straight into our hearts! We will forever remember this beautiful image and will allow it to remind us of what a precious gift family is! Thank you for putting together such a wonderful portrait of God’s love. Our prayers are loudly lifted up to Him who hears!!!

Duane & Yasmine Barnhart -

wow… i’m speechless. simply beautiful.

lauren coe -

I am Janet Bozick’s sister and I must tell you….I have NEVER seen a love so true and shared like I did just now. You have truly experienced Heaven on earth. May all that God has for you fill you to overflowing. May your testimony of life and love reach others and awaken their desire to know you and eachother in a more intimate way. Blessings and Much Belief,Lauren

Delsey kyzer -

What a BEAUTIFUL family!!! Such great videos & pictures! Such an inspration to others.
Love & Prayers
Royal/Kyzer Family

bob coy -

you guys give me more reason to believe my God is mighty and able…..your love ,your faith , your witness, is evidence of His AMAZING GRACE

Justine -

From a distance I see commitment, courage, faith, hope, healing, joy, and peace. You are a special family.

Danielle -

I love you guys so much.You are all in my heart and prayers forever! You are such a Godly example of praising God even in the storm.Kenny,I hope and pray my husband you are.Christy,I hope and pray I am half the Godly wife you are.Girls,If my kids turn half as kind,loving,strong,and Godly as you I would cry tears of joy.Thank u for being such an example to me.God is a God of miracles there is NOTHING he can not do.May God give you a miracle!!!!!!!!!

Ellie -

What a beautiful picture of the joy, strength, and beauty that comes from knowing Christ

susan miller -

God Bless You all. What a beautiful video, and a beautiful family. God’s love definitely shines through you.
love, Susan

Jan - -

Jan – What a encouraging picture of God’s love to us in the midst of tribulation. Thank you for that gentle reminder. As John Wesley once said – ‘I cannot think of you, without thinking of God. Others often lead me to Him, as it were, going round about. You bring me straight into His presence.’
This is so true of this family.

Christy LaStella -

This act of laying oneself down of your own accord truely displays what Christ did for us on the cross. May God continue to use your family as a portrayal of His infinite love.

Chance Bishop -

Christi, know that all of our thoughts are with you and your beautiful family.

Chance

Pleasant Vonnoh -

Wow! I don’t know this family but I had tears! What an amazing family! And, Rich & Heather, you did a great job on the stills and video! I’ll keep the Engels in my thoughts and prayers.

Crystal -

Incredible. Praying for this dear, sweet, precious family. May God’s peace rest on their household as they navigate this challenging time. Much Love.

amber -

I’ve been pondering what comment to leave since I saw these images on Saturday night. And still, I don’t know what to say… everything seem trite in the face of what Kenny and Christi and the girls are going through…

Let’s just say, I can’t remember the last time I was moved this strongly by a blog post. And I have never been a fan of the fusion idea, but you guys nailed it. This is how, in my mind, it should be done.

much love.

Barbara Maher -

As I watch this I have tear’s in my eye’s and a prayer in my heart for the Engle’s

Kristi Cooke -

I want to be just like you. You are amazing. I’ll be praying for you.

Donna (Huber) Pitts -

Kenny and Christi – since I first met the two of you I have been awed and inspired by your love for each other and your love for your creator. The last time I saw you at Ryan & Jessie’s wedding, Christi, you were “sporting” the same hairstyle – and you were even more beautiful without hair than with it! Your spirit is so strong that it shines through all of the struggles. I am praying for you all. Kenny, you are amazing. You are what a husband is supposed to be… the joy and laughter in this video in the face of such a trial is something that most people do not have. I am so thankful and so grateful that my son has had the two of you as role models in his life. You are loved and I vow to pray without ceasing. Donna

Susan -

Looking at your story reminds me of the similar breast cancer journey we took just a few years ago. It was and is an incredible one. Jesus’ sweetness makes it all worthwhile, doesn’t it. I still remember the feel of the warmth of His breath on my cheek as I went thru the most difficult days of diagnosis and treatment. Your eyes reveal that ya’ll have had similar encounters and that His presence is palpable! :) Your story is so lovely and Christi, you are,too!!! We will be praying for you and your family.

Jennifer Springer -

Thank-you for being willing to give us a glimpse of what many would consider a painful, trying (and therefore, private) time in their lives. While it is most likely all those things for your family, it is absolutely clear that hope reigns and love triumphs over all with your family and the health challenges you are facing. God’s richest blessings to you, whatever the future may bring.

janet thornsberry -

a few weeks ago I received 2 emails to pray for this precious family, from my sister in law (jami) in ft. laud, and my dear friend (rise) here in cookeville,tn.! your friends are praying, and brothers & sister’s you never knew you had :) are too…thank you for sharing this beautiful glimpse of God’s glory!

Bruno E. Pouliot -

I am speechless, and one important thing i can remember is i’ve known of you for 19 years before you knew me or i came to the Lord. You both are 2 of my greatest heros. Ive experienced these hardships with my little girl Sophia, and know the Lord is with you both. Thanks for being 2 amazing mentors in the midst of your trials. Love you so much Bruno Pouliot

Pat Hagan -

Thank you for sharing this story. According to the book I’m reading now, The Shack, this life is only the anteroom of a greater reality to come. It is only preparation for what God has in mind. However, I still do not understand why this is happening to such a beautiful family. I suppose it’s not place to judge why. Love will win out.

Johnna Walton Hammatt -

Such a beautiful video…I was in tears before it started! My love goes to you guys, for the strength to pull through anything and the strength He brings you daily. Its been many years since I have seen you all, but know that you are in my prayers and thoughts!!!!! I love that through the internet, we have been able to keep in touch with friends and family!! Thank you so much for sharing your lives with us…!
Love,
Johnna (Walton) Hammatt

Shanda Morrison -

Words can’t express the feeling I have after watching this video. Mrs. Engel, you are an inspiration to so many! I am praying for you and your family!

Peggy Starbuck -

Christi, We have never met, but are sisters in Christ. My daughter goes to your church. A few weeks ago she asked for our prayers on your behalf. The ladies Bible Study at Open Door Bible Church in Memphis, Tennessee is lifting you and your family up before the throne of God. Lovingly, Peggy Starbuck

Meredith White -

I pray that my fiance and I have a lifetime of that kind of love…through everything that God puts us through and brings us through. THIS…THAT, is what it is all about! PS- I REALLY do LOVE the haircut…SERIOUSLY! Bold and BEAUTIFUL!

Connie and skylar Jones -

Skylar says” Mommy Mrs.Christi is a beautiful lady even with no hair”. I would have to agree.Thank you for being so transparent.Kenny you once told me you believe children prayers are heard better by God then adults. (My paraphrase).Know this our children pray for you daily as do the adults. You have been and cont. to be one of the most influential couples in our marriage. Your lives have been poured out for us and many others and we could never thank you enough. We Love you all very much. Thank you for fighting this fight and doing it with such Grace and beauty.

Marla Merritt -

My girls and I just had a good cry watching this video. Mallory said “They must just have such a strong faith in God.” Thank you for the tremendous example of trust in our Savior that you are letting us see through your journey.

Linda and Joe N. -

An absolutely beautiful portrayal of one of the sweetest families ever. The general opinion of prior posts states what is obvious to us all; Your family is a beautiful example of a loving family who bears witness to the love of Christ and His love for us…in the good times….in the hard times… “though there is pain in the offering, blessed be Your Name.” You are all in our prayers..Love, Joe and Linda Nickerson

Olga -

You are the ones with a “surrendered-life”
I miss you guys, and your love for Christ n each other, reaches all the way down to ministered and Keep my eyes on HIM.
Thank you for living such lives of oneness/unity in Love!
What a picture of living with a clear conscience with God and with men. Acts 24:16
Ohhhhhhhhh, how much we love you, Jesus&me

Paula Masters -

Your love for each other and God is breath-taking! Thank you for being willing to share this with the world. Without a word in this video you have conveyed volumes on what faith, hope and love looks like…the greatest of these is love.

sue christopher -

Do not know you,but received this from a friend. Want you to know that I know what you are going through is very tough, But God will be right there with you and continue to give you both strength to endure and take one day at a time. May you feel God’s loving arms around you and His wonderful presence within your hearts! In Christian love and much prayer. God Bless & keep you. — Sue

Keith & Joyce Wheatley -

Amazing! Thank you!

Stephanie Gunderson -

Your courage is inspiring! Your love for each other is admired! Your faith is Christ will see you through this! You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Meghan -

Again a post of this family has touched my heart and humbled me in many ways. Amazing photos, amazing family.

Rise Fleisig -

Christi, you dicipled me in FLL and your love, passion, peace and strength in the Lord were extremely contagious! I know that you and your beautiful family all have an ongoing amazing relationship with the Lord – what a blessing! We love you and are praying for you now more than ever. Psalm 62:1,2 “My soul finds rest in God alone, my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.” love you, Rise

Trudi Burner -

Ok – so this young, beautiful, comforting woman was not a teacher at CCS while I was a student there (1976-1982) but let me tell you, OMG!!! What I would have loved to have had her! This family has been in my prayers as well as the prayers of our Ladies’ Class at my church! God certainly has wonderful things in store for this family.

I was very moved and touched by this wonderful story of a family’s love for one another…..God is an awesome God and I know He, the almight Jehovah Rapha can still provide a healing miracle for His children…..He is my provider and strength – on Him will I call!

God bless you Engels family! You are a true testimony of His enduring love! Eph. 3:20…Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us….You are a blessing!

Amy Gainey -

My boys met you at surf camp last summer and couldn’t stop talking about the Engels family. They came home and were busily making plans to go to Tennesee to visit you all. Now I have a glimpse into what they saw, their desire to be surrounded by the love that you all so clearly demonstrate. What an example to 2 teenage boys. Thank-you for your witness and I count it as a privilege for the Gainey family to be lifting you all up in prayer. “Your mercies are new every morning, Great is your Faithfulness” Lam. 3:23
In His Grip, Jim and Amy Gainey, Preston, Pierce,& Anna Parker

Cheri and Ben Etheridge -

God bless you Engels family! You are in our family’s prayers. We don’t even know you personally, but the testimony of your lives and of your faith has been shared with us and we have been blessed.

Reynald Pouliot -

Thank you for being such an example of love to newly weds Becca and son Marco Pouliot. The lack of as single tear in Riley, Avery, Sydney, and Chloe’s radiant faces impressed me personally the most. To the contrary, we see their genuine peaceful smiles-the results of two parents who walk surrended lives focused on service to others and no fear! Love.

Clay Hecocks -

Thanks for letting all of us into your lives – to see the testimony, witness, and the manifestation of God’s love. You guys are in Sheri’s and my prayers every day.

Clay

Melia Warren -

Praying for you and what an inspiration you all are too many!!! Many prayers!

The Dougherty's -

What an amazing picture of God’s love displayed through ya’ll in this video!! We miss you and are praying without ceasing for you! We love you and pray that God continues to strengthen you during this time. Your lives are a powerful message of hope in the midst of suffering that is giving hope to millions of people. Keep pressing on in the grace of God! Love u!!!!!!!

Wayne Grant -

Thanks for allowing Christ to shine through you during your obsticles. Your unwavering faith is amazing. God is with you..

Mike & Helen Calvert -

We are touched deeply, we love you! Our great and glorious God is rich in your hearts and His song is sung through your lives!
Love you guys!

Julie Davis -

To The Engels Family,

I have heard your story through a friend. I have been touched deeply! I just want your family to know that I promise to pray daily for you & your family as you go through each day! I am praying for our great God to perform one of his great miracles as we all know he can do. I will continue to follow your story. You have 4 beautiful girls and I deeply touched by your video.

Love to all,
Julie Davis

doug & suzanne -

you guys are amazing — I know GOD smiled when he watched this video. This is what GLORY looks like. We are praying Romans 15:13 for you and your family

The Sauders

Ashley -

Praying for you in Dallas…. we serve a Sovereign God… praying for complete healing.

Jill Porvaznik -

Thanks to Stephanie Blackiston for adding this link to her blog. I am truly moved today to a place I have visited for years. The mercy, grace, compassion that the Engles are walking in and through is amazing and life sustaining. I lived throught this when I was a young 12 year old girl. Now I am a 43 year old woman with two girls of my own and feel the loss differently, but so deeply. We will be praying for this family. Thank you for giving of yourselves to share a moment of their story.

Adrienne -

Amazing, precious, sweet family. Praying for you, even though I don’t personally know you. I can see that God is holding you in the palm of His great hands through this. Praying, praying, praying.

Sherrie -

What a beautiful family. It is easy to see the love you all have for each other. Please know that I am praying for healing and restoration.

Marty and Celine -

I will never be the same after watching this video. I truly feel like I have seen a glimpse of what is the Father’s love for us after watching this. Thank you.

Steph Blackiston -

This video is great, Rich. I posted a link on my blog yesterday.
Their family makes me feel close to Jesus.
What a beautiful picture of Christian MARRIAGE!
Praying, Praying, Praying.
Christi and Kenny are amazing.

Mark Kirk -

Your family is an inspiration to us all. That was an amazingly touching video that pulled my heart to yours. We are praying for you beautiful family.
Mark Kirk – Calvary Knoxville.

MARY THORPE -

My family and friends in West Tennessee are praying for your healing, Christie, and for peace and understanding for you and your dear family. You are a gorgeous inspiration to all of us who came to know you through this video because we see the power, grace and glory of God shining through your face. His presence is known through you. Our prayers are that you will be delivered through this illness to health and that the comfort and assurance of Jesus Christ will be with you and your family during the difficult moments ahead. God bless you always. Mary

Jym & Jenny Kay -

Thank you for sharing these moments, as I watch the video and look at the faces of your beautiful family, I see God’s grace in every photos…May God continue to be your strength & may your hearts be filled with thankfulness, for God is good.

Craig and Madelyn Huston -

Kenny and Christi you are such a wonderful example of family, faith, commitment and love to all of us. May God bless you and keep you and make his face to shine upon you. May Jesus stand up in your boat, rebuke the wind and the waves beating down upon you, and may you experience the fullness of a “great calm” – The Huston Family

Stacie -

Kenny you and your family have and will remain in our prayers. You touched our daughter Hailees life with your coaching & guidance through volleyball. May God place His loving comforting arms around you all during this time!

Willa Ibach -

Speechless. We continue to pray that God will glorify Himself in and through you, Engels family, even as we beg Him to touch Christi’s body with His miraculous healing.

Nicole -

The first post about this family had me in tears, but this post, I don’t even know how to respond. The video is unbelievable. This family is unbelievable. Their love for each other and for the Lord is so inspiring. I pray that the Lord gives them peace that passes all understanding during this difficult time, that he will bring them even closer together, and that there will be no doubt in their hearts about how deep and unspeakable Christ’s love is for them.

Rebecca Dalrymple -

My husband and I will pray for you and your family.

“He gives strength to the weary and increases power to the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40: 29-31

Jennifer Fryman -

What a beautiful family and testimony. A wonderful display of faith and of God’s Grace in trials. It was wonderful and touching to see a family full of smiles in a time of great trial. You and your family will be in my heart and prayers.

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety. Psalms 4:8

Cassie -

Absolutely amazing…I am speechless….Praying fervently for this precious family…Our God is an AWESOME God!

Jan Bunch -

Wow! This is an amazing…you and your family are a living witness of faithFULLness of God’s love, grace, mercy, strength and joy no matter the circumstances. We are praying for you knowing God hears the cry of all our hearts….Thank you for sharing this most personal time. We love you! Zeph 3:17

Kelly (Friend of Buddy & Diane Rawlings) -

I’m so thankful to my friend, Diane, for sharing your story and this link with me. I haven’t cried like this in a long time. The priceless expressions and volumes of communication displayed in the pictures and video is beyond words. I also read Kenny’s poem at the end of the initial blog entry. Whoa! “Oh God, be glorified. Be Christi and Kenny’s strength. Help them to continue to dance up the ominous mountain with You taking the lead. Amen.”

Staci (a complete stranger) -

Thank you for sharing this intimate moment of your lives. What a blessing to my family from your family. I will commit to prayer for all of you. Isaiah 41:10

Sheri Cobb -

Kenny & Christi- I know I shouldn’t ask God why so instead I ask, “How can Christi look so beautiful and still be sick?” “How can you both look good with long hair, short hair or no hair?” and finally, “I have no doubt Christi’s hair will grow back even more beautiful than before, but will Kenny’s ever return?” We have been separated by distance for many years now, but your family is constantly in our prayers. We love you all and we will continue to petition God on your behalf.

abby schult -

We found your family through the Cobbs. God bless you and your family. We are praying for you.

Renee and Mike Pechonis -

Christi & Kenny – Oh how we miss you guys! You’ve been in our prayers and will continue to be. What beautiful girls the Lord has blessed you with! May the Lord Bless you and keep you, may He make his face shine upon you and give you his PEACE!

P.S. Mike wishes he had your hair! And the guys are asking about you out in the water.

Martha Duncan -

Such an inspiration. Awesome christian family showing christian love for each other. May God bless you & your family in a special way today. Praying for you.
In His Name,
Martha Duncan Mantachie, Ms.

Debbie Brawner -

Wow! What a beautiful family. May God richly bless you. You will be in my prayers.

Carl T -

I couldnt help but tear up when viewing your moving video. Your family is the epitimy of what a Christian family should be. Your family will be in my prayers as you continue to go thru your trials. A VERY MOVING VIDEO

Joan Wilkerson -

Beautiful family. we will keep you in our prayers.

Annette -

Love watching the glory of God shine through your family. You have been in my prayers, daily. We love you, Annette and Bill

God is Mighty -

Rich, thank you for sharing this story, God truly has given you a beautiful gift, and to be able to document this beautiful family of God.
Lord, I lift up the Engels to You, that You continue to be glorified in their midst, for Your name to be exhalted above all names, and for Your immeasureable peace to touch the Engels.

Sandra Hubbard -

Dear Engles Family: I have so many things I want to say but I will just say I am praying for your family and I TRULY understand the trials that you are going through, but one thing I know for sure it will all be for Gods Glory Love you my Brother and Sisters in Christ.

bria -

That was so beautiful! i was in tears, i don’t know how they all managed to smile during that..I am praying for and will continue to pray for the Engels family! Your girls are so beautiful (we have 3 ourselves..any advice for me, i could really use it! lol) May God continue to bless you all with hope,strength, peace,comfort and healing!

Nadja -

This is the most beautiful and joyful family. I have nothing but admiration for your love and strength!

Kent and Pat Chilcot -

Dear Kenny and Christi: Our love and prayers have always been with you, but especially now at this time of trial. Alica, Nicole and Meredith each asked to be remembered to you. The video is a treasure for all of us fortunate enough to have seen it! With love, Pat and Kent

Jeannie Harper -

That has to be one of the sweetest videos that I have ever watched…what a beautiful family!!! Amidst a difficult situation, the most resounding emotion you see is PEACE, peace that comes from knowing our Lord and for the love that they have for one another. I send my prayers for healing and for God’s will to be done …Jeannie

Carolyn Clarke -

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I completely understand what you are enduring and ask God to hold you in His loving arms each day. I loved the pictures of your beautiful family! May you feel the presence of the Lord.

Carolyn Clarke
Clayton NC

Vanessa Keen -

Your pictures are absolutely beautiful!! I want you to know that we all love you and pray for your healing everyday! Miss seeing you, love you tons and always praying…

Jennifer -

Wow. I don’t know your family, but these pictures are so beautiful and evident of the intense love your family shares. I pray God’s blessings on you all as you go through this trial, and thank you for sharing this moment of your lives. To the photographer, you have an amazing gift. Thank you for posting it for the rest of us to see.

Gary Coates -

I just view this video and it is one of the most touching videos that I have ever experienced. Although we have never met the Spirit bears witness. I love you folks and am praying for you.Romans 16:24 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. Gary Coates

Gary Coates -

I just read the rest of the news and I say praise the Lord. God is good. Prayer changes things.

Jill Porvaznik -

Please pass on the great love for the terrific doctors report I just read about. I have no way of sending a message to Christi and her family, but we have been lifting them up with vigor here in central Florida. God is a mighty and healing savior!

Diana Summerlin -

You have a beautiful family. God bless you all. You are all in my prayers.

Sean & Dru Gassner -

Kenny & Christi and girls, WE LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!! We have been praying and will continue to pray for you. Our time with you in TN was so special to us. Our time in FL as well. Your friendship over the years means the world to us. You make everyone you are around feel so loved and important, and the LOVE of GOD SHINES out of you all so brightly. You have touched Dru’s and my heart forever. We regret not being able to be there for you, but are so thankful that God has surrounded you with so many who love you, care for you, support you and are believing in GOD FOR a MIRACLE with YOU! How BIG is our GOD? Is there anything too big for HIM? How DEEP is HIS unending, unfailing, unconditional love for us? God’s will for us is perfect. His plan will unfold. He ALWAYS has our best interest at heart, plans to give us a hope and a future. We love you all so much. Too see MY GOD, MY LORD, shining so brightly in you all brings me to tears. And knowing that it is so evident, that HE is there with you NOW brings me such peace in knowing GOD knows what is best, and GOD will continue to take care of you. WE are TRUSTING, WE ARE BELIEVING with you for a miracle. We are GLEANING & in AWE of the love our Savior has for US. LOVE ALWAYS, SEAN & DRU

Amy Kincer -

We have never met. I also live on Signal Mountain and I have two daughters at Nolan. I am friends with Holly Wood and I will be participating in the Relay for Life this year. Anyway, I wanted to let you know that despite the fact we are strangers, I am praying for you and your family. I watched the video and to see the amazing love in your family is so touching. I will continue to pray……God bless you and your family.

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