2/21/09

Remembering Pastor Ralph Arthur


Pastor Ralph is finally home. He finished the race and he fought the good fight. He persevered until the end and did it with such joy that depicted the love of Jesus in such a unique way. Ralph will truly be missed. There are several words that come to mind when I think about him, but I will only mention a few: loving, compassionate, and faithful.

These are the ministries that Ralph served as overseeing pastor :

Wow. Count them! There were 7 ministries that Ralph was faithfully committed to. It could easily be said that he had a heart of gold, but to think about it, he didn't have a heart of gold, he had a heart full of Jesus!

He says in his bio page that he suffered 12 years of drug and alcohol abuse. If any of you knew Ralph, you couldn't even image that happening. This just shows how much the Lord worked in his life by taking his sinful heart and replacing it with His. He said:
Those things that I seemingly could not let go of no longer had a grip on my life. I started attending Harvest and have never looked back, except to give thanks to God for giving me a new life in His Name.

Michelle and I were just talking to him on Wednesday night after the service as he walked by with his usual smile. Man, I am going to miss that. Sometimes I put service projects together for the high school ministry and I would always go and contact Ralph because I knew he would have something for me. Actually, the last time I contacted him was about a week ago. I never though that it would be his very own family that would be the ones who would need help.

I remember one night after Day7 that I went up to the stage after service and asked Ralph if he had any service projects for the high school students. He replied with such joy and excitement and expressed how he was so proud of me for wanting to lead up a service project. He shared how he was excited that a young man wanted to be used by the Lord. It was very encouraging to be lifted up and encouraged by him. I am not sure, but I think he might of prayed for me as well.

He leaves behind his wife and five children. The ministries that he used to run so effectively are all now applicable to his family. May the Lord be with them.

To Recap:

To reflect on his life and ministry: He was a man who made hospital visitations, ministered to orphans and widows in convalescent homes, comforted cancer patients with hope, graciously ministered to people with disabilities, ran a food ministry, comforted those who were suffering the loss of a loved one, faithfully attended Day7 as an extra service of ministry, and always loved those who he came in contact with. I am sure the list could go on and on. I do not know much about his personal life, but I am positive that he was an amazing husband and father.

His favorite verse was:

I love the LORD, because He has heard
My voice and my supplications.
Because He has inclined His ear to me,
Therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live (Psalm 116:1-2).
And he did just that, he called upon him as long as he lived, Amen. What a great example that he served. He is truly irreplaceable. May we all learn by his life and legacy.

54 comments:

Anonymous said...
This comment has been removed by the author.
Anonymous said...

Wanna Get HIGH? Running out of Supply? Then Check Out My Shit!
>>>>> http://bestlegalhighsdrugs.info <<<<
If you have questions, you can email my boy at online.mentor [at] gmail.com


[size=1] IGNORE THIS----------------------------
meth addictions bugo aalvarius [url=http://bestlegalhighsdrugs.info] natural highs [/url] nicotine testing where buy kratom [url=http://buybudshoplegalherbs.info] buy legal herbs[/url] restaurant guide raleigh north carolina free meth [url=HTTP://BUYINGMARIJUANASALE.INFO] Marijuana Sale [/url] salvvia divinoruum psychoactive amanita [url=HTTP://BUYLEGALBUDSCOMREVIEWS.INFO] legal buds reviews [/url] manita muscarai buffo alvaruus [url=HTTP://CANNABISHIGH-PILLSHIGH.INFO] Marihuana Intoxications[/url] Tips For Passing A Weed Drug Test Legal Bud Ingredients [url=HTTP://HOWTOBUYWEED-BUYINGWEED.INFO] how to bargain cannabis[/url] amanita muscaria preparation meth test kit [url=http://legalbud.drugreviews.info] legal buds [/url]

salvia divinorum bad effects lrgal budss [url=http://legalweed.lamodalatina.com] legal weeds [/url] vufo alvarijs buffo alvatius [url=http://buysalvia.lamodalatina.com] purchase salvia divinorum[/url] ecstasy pilks ananita umscaria

salgia divonorum buufo albarius [url=http://legalweed.lamodalatina.com] legal weeds [/url] amrijuana national spanish honor society [url=http://buysalviacheap.com] purchase salvia leaves[/url] how to make hashish brownies Xtc Ecstasy
[url=http://guaranteedheightincrease.info/]height improvement[/url] - http://guaranteedheightincrease.info/
height increase - http://guaranteedheightincrease.info
[url=http://provenpenisenlargement.info/]proven penis lengthening[/url] - http://provenpenisenlargement.info/
proven penis enlargement - http://provenpenisenlargement.info/
[url=http://provenskincareadvice.info/]skin care tips[/url] - http://provenskincareadvice.info/
skin care tips - http://provenskincareadvice.info/
[url=http://getrichgambling.info/]get rich gambling[/url] - http://getrichgambling.info/
get riches gambling - http://getrichgambling.info/
[url=http://herpesoutbreak-gentalwarts.info/]herpes outbreak[/url] - http://herpesoutbreak-gentalwarts.info/
herpes outbreaks - http://herpesoutbreak-gentalwarts.info/
[url=http://STOP-PREMATURE-EJACULATION-SOLUTIONS.INFO]cure premature ejaculation[/url] - http://STOP-PREMATURE-EJACULATION-SOLUTIONS.INFO
stop premature ejaculation - http://STOP-PREMATURE-EJACULATION-SOLUTIONS.INFO
[url=http://3GMOBILEPHONESFORSALE.INFO]mobile cell phone on sale[/url] - http://3GMOBILEPHONESFORSALE.INFO
3g mobile cellphones for sale - http://3GMOBILEPHONESFORSALE.INFO
[url=http://internationaloddities.reviewsdiscountsonline.com] internationaloddities review[/url]
international oddities scam
[url=http://drobuds.reviewsdiscountsonline.com]review of dro bud [/url]
reviews of dro buds
[url=http://bestacnetreatmentreviews.info] acne treatment reviews[/url] http://bestacnetreatmentreviews.info
acne treatment reviews http://bestacnetreatmentreviews.info
[url=HTTP://LEARN-HYPNOSIS-ONLINE.INFO]learn hypnotism online[/url]
learn hypnotism online

Anonymous said...

Verduekssem, propecia online, spancenus, [url=http://virb.com/propeciaonline]propecia[/url]

Anonymous said...

Ola, what's up amigos? :)
I will be happy to get some assistance at the start.
Thanks in advance and good luck! :)

Anonymous said...

Predilection casinos? research this green [url=http://www.realcazinoz.com]casino[/url] games. pilot and take up online casino games like slots, blackjack, roulette, baccarat and more at www.realcazinoz.com .
you can also delay our late [url=http://freecasinogames2010.webs.com]casino[/url] hint at http://freecasinogames2010.webs.com and overcome principal folding change !
another voguish [url=http://www.ttittancasino.com]casino[/url] spiele bracket is www.ttittancasino.com , in return german gamblers, submit c be communicated during charitable online casino bonus.

Anonymous said...

Yo Fellow Forumites

Looks 4 sure like www.blogger.com could be a considerable forum for me
I am ecstatic to have discovered it.


This made me smile and hopefully after your last post it will do the same for you: Your gene pool could use a little chlorine. :


Lol!

Anybody into Church/church activities


Looking forward to a good long sojourn here!

Illinois,Berwyn

Anonymous said...

Hello all, fantastic board I have found It absolutely helpful and it has helped me a lot
I hope to give something back and assist others like this chat board has helped me

_________________
[url=http://iphoneusers.com]blackra1n[/url]

viagra sale said...

Wow, nice post,there are many person searching about that now they will find enough resources by your post.Thank you for sharing to us.Please one more post about that..

Anonymous said...

[url=http://www.goldentatejersey.com/]Golden Tate Women's Jersey[/url]

9You may not always agree with what he has to say Given the diversity of functions performed by the priest he has to learn like everyone else to perform his duties

[url=http://www.frankgorejersey.net/]Frank Gore Jersey[/url]

This article comes with reprint rights It is contagious and will quickly spread to others Flaws in any of the above would proclaim the inefficiency of the priestGregory R

[url=http://www.andrewluckjerseys.us/]Andrew Luck Pink Jersey[/url]

Anonymous said...

top [url=http://www.001casino.com/]casino[/url] hinder the latest [url=http://www.realcazinoz.com/]casino[/url] free no store hand-out at the foremost [url=http://www.baywatchcasino.com/]casino compensation
[/url].

Anonymous said...


[url=http://shensacens.livejournal.com/][b]sac longchamp[/b][/url]
[url=http://shenenmao.overblog.com/][b]sac longchamp[/b][/url]
[url=http://shenenmaoyis.blinkweb.com/][b]sac longchamp[/b][/url]
[url=http://shensacens.freeblog.hu/][b]sac longchamp[/b][/url]
[url=http://www.flixya.com/blog/5119606/Qui-a-obtenu-des-rsultats-positifs-de-larrestation-de-Paris-les-magazines-ou-les-propritaires-de-sac-main][b]sac longchamp[/b][/url]

Anonymous said...

dating services for millionaires http://loveepicentre.com/testimonials.php 0 free dating site in australia

Anonymous said...

http://www.litnyc.net/node/7268

Anonymous said...

Seeing the actual identity for Ugg boot, involving the well-known together with not-so-famous models, announced their very own [url=http://uggbottesoldes.monwebeden.fr/]bottes ugg[/url] variety of ugg Uggs. Irrespective of whether or not satisfying you Bear foot and also Emu, all these circumstances every last between your manufacturers have their decision utilizing this range. It isn't really highly-priced and actually vitally confident intended for base. Getting mentioned who's largely is determined by the maker. This Ugg Suburb Crochet sneaker may possibly it could be well always be deemed thought of a totally unique style of Ugg boot sneaker. It really is added for a knit boot yet it's even so significantly nice as well like a terrific winter weather kick out.

Anonymous said...

Death¡­is no more than passing from one room into another.
http://www.coachfactoryoutletsez.com/
http://www.michaelkorsoutletez.com/
http://www.burberryoutletusaxs.com/
http://www.bottesuggpascheri.com/
http://www.ghdnewzealandshopa.com/
http://www.buybeatsbydrdrexa.com/
http://www.casquemonsterbeatser.com/
http://www.nflnikejerseysshopxs.com/
http://www.cheapfashionshoesas.com/

Anonymous said...

Do nor for one repulse, for go the purpose that you resolved to effort.
http://www.bottesuggpascheri.com/
http://www.casquemonsterbeatser.com/
http://www.buybeatsbydrdrexa.com/
http://www.nflnikejerseysshopxs.com/
http://www.michaelkorsoutletez.com/
http://www.cheapfashionshoesas.com/
http://www.coachfactoryoutletsez.com/
http://www.ghdnewzealandshopa.com/
http://www.burberryoutletusaxs.com/

Anonymous said...

There is no rose without a thorn.
http://www.nflnikejerseysshopxs.com/
http://www.casquemonsterbeatser.com/
http://www.michaelkorsoutletez.com/
http://www.buybeatsbydrdrexa.com/
http://www.bottesuggpascheri.com/
http://www.burberryoutletusaxs.com/
http://www.cheapfashionshoesas.com/
http://www.ghdnewzealandshopa.com/
http://www.coachfactoryoutletsez.com/

Anonymous said...

True science teaches, above all, to doubt and be ignorant.
http://www.uggsaustralianorges.com/ 9a4g4l7k2j7i5u3j
http://www.cheapnikesshoescs.com/ 6c9k1v1m5e7p6j8s
http://www.nflnikejerseysshopse.com/ 2k0o7t2v2b4z3p6k
http://www.burberryoutletsalexs.com/ 7s5m2o3b3u8k8f9i
http://www.longchampsaleukxz.com/ 1p0s7o3e5b0y6k5v
http://www.buybeatsbydrdrexs.com/ 3u2i5b5n3a2v0l1m
http://www.cheapbootsforsale2013s.com/ 3u4g2e2q0v2l7w0z
http://buy.hairstraighteneraustraliae.com/ 1d0u1b4g1v3e6y5i
http://www.cheapnikeshoesfreeruns.com/ 5x4u0i4e4f6i4j2l
http://www.cheapfashionshoesas.com/ 7e9q1r5i0g2f4i1j
http://www.michaelkorsoutletei.com/ 0l6y2c0n1z3w1h8b

Anonymous said...

xanax without prescription xanax side effects of stopping - symptoms of xanax overdose

Anonymous said...

alprazolam xanax best place buy xanax online - xanax cheap online no prescription

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol online safe place buy tramadol online - tramadol 400 mg a day

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol online tramadol hcl acet - tramadol overdose how much is fatal

Anonymous said...

generic xanax buy xanax with american express - xanax bars your system

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol online tramadol overdose time - tramadol 50mg for pets

Anonymous said...

tramadol no rx seizure after overdose tramadol - tramadol 100mg sr side effects

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol with mastercard tramadol 50mg hcl - tramadol 50 mg online

Anonymous said...

generic xanax xanax side effects yahoo - xanax recreational drug use

Anonymous said...

michael kors bags tkazhvoz michael kors handbags yyxhdelv michael kors outlet lskguuaj michael kors purses ewoulafz michael kors sale dubmuclp Michael Kors gyhcdnmq

Anonymous said...

ghd france dzjvcyli ghd lisseur zxqfojiu GHD Pas Cher kzpznvfy ghd bqcjdkru lisseur ghd pas cher otpviinv Lisseur GHD uxgjxrfh styler ghd ksfuetsg

Anonymous said...

xanax online xanax online paypal - all types xanax pills

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol online buy tramadol online cash delivery - tramadol prescribing information

Anonymous said...

buy cialis with paypal buy cialis usa cheap - buy cialis no prescription

Anonymous said...

buy cialis professional generic cialis online no prescription - cialis online new zealand

Anonymous said...

cialis online buy cialis online malaysia - generic cialis oral jelly

Anonymous said...

Cheap Timberland Boots tryoiclm Timberland Outlet eemnunhv Timberland Boots Cheap cktetxhi Timberland Boots hujadwiw

Anonymous said...

buy cialis online usa cialis daily long term side effects - cialis interactions

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol tramadol cod online pharmacy - tramadol 50mg tablets

Anonymous said...

cheap hollister ofnlifef hollister outlet uk vibbuiec hollister outlet sdfnjqtu hollister sale uk dmpyopfc hollister sale lgjabjda hollister uk sale gpjdextj hollister uk cklrxxqg hollister hfuyikhq

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol tramadol 50 mg buy online - buy tramadol usa pharmacy

Anonymous said...

tramadol online taking 5 50 mg tramadol - buy generic tramadol

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol can you buy tramadol over the counter in usa - what is tramadol 50mg tablets for

Anonymous said...

buy tramadol tramadol hcl 627 - tramadol no high

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

cheap zithromax without prescription [url=http://cialis-prix.webs.com/#5c5j]dapoxetine[/url] [url=http://zithromax-prix.webs.com/#4v9g]zithromax en ligne[/url] clomid tablets qhf drugs price usa rys levitra pilules priligy en ligne viagra vente france medication price USA yvd

Anonymous said...

priligy for sale price [url=https://flavors.me/stratteranorx#9w4b]strattera no prescription[/url] [url=https://flavors.me/zithromaxhere#1d0m]zithromax for sale[/url] zithromax online pharmacy wob atarax pharmacy for sale pvi zithromax pills order clomid priligy price priligy price usa ree

Anonymous said...

http://ranchodelastortugas.com/#30416 xanax dosage namecommunity - effects taking zoloft xanax together

Anonymous said...

cours de pharmacie en ligne

[url=http://tadalafil-pharmacy.webs.com/]commander cialis par internet[/url] ,http://tadalafil-pharmacy.webs.com/#pharmacie acheter , cours en ligne pharmacie
[url=http://acheter-viagra-en-pharmacie.webs.com/]pharmacie andorre en ligne[/url] ,http://acheter-viagra-en-pharmacie.webs.com/#prix cialis 5mg , pharmacie a acheter
[url=http://www.webjam.com/pharmacie]france pharmacie en ligne[/url] ,http://www.webjam.com/pharmacie#pharmacie allemande en ligne , pharmacie andorre acheter

Anonymous said...

cours de pharmacie en ligne

[url=http://tadalafil-pharmacy.webs.com/]commander cialis par internet[/url] ,http://tadalafil-pharmacy.webs.com/#pharmacie acheter , cours en ligne pharmacie
[url=http://acheter-viagra-en-pharmacie.webs.com/]pharmacie andorre en ligne[/url] ,http://acheter-viagra-en-pharmacie.webs.com/#prix cialis 5mg , pharmacie a acheter
[url=http://www.webjam.com/pharmacie]france pharmacie en ligne[/url] ,http://www.webjam.com/pharmacie#pharmacie allemande en ligne , pharmacie andorre acheter

Anonymous said...

http://www.achildsplace.org/banners/tramadolonline/#2353 tramadol 50 mg - buy tramadol no prescription overnight