Sunday, Feb 22 update: the power of prayer and selflessness

Via another chaplain:

Hello Friends

 

I haven't seen a new post on Steve's blog today (http://stevesolympicblog.blogspot.com/2010/02/meaning-of-it-all.html) but expect one soon.  You may have seen our good friend Lyndon Rush, 3rd after the first run in bobsled, and in pushing to the limits crashed in the second run.  When I asked Steve what his own first thought was as he saw Lyndon's sled hurtling down the track upside down, he just said "broken".  Lyndon has been faithfully attending Bible studies at the Olympic village, bringing his teammates, and trusting God.  Pray that he will continue to trust God as he now responds to this disappointment and prepares for the 4 man race coming up.  Praise God that Lyndon and his brake man Liselles were not seriously injured.

 

A look at Lyndon: the morning before the race Steve texted Lyndon to tell him he was praying for the upcoming race.  Lyndon responded by asking Steve to pray for one of his teammates who is searching spiritually at this time.  And last night on national TV when the announcer said it was a bad day for them, Lyndon said - No, it's a good day as one of our teammate's wives had a baby.  In a world where we often think top athletes have to be so self focussed to succeed, here on one of the biggest days of his life Lyndon is putting others ahead of himself!

 

Also pray for our friend Cindy as she races the 1500m today in speedskating.  Last night on prime time they showed the story of a family tragedy that deepened Cindy's faith.  It was a great testimony of praise to God.  "Speedskating is important, but not as important as my family and my faith" Cindy said in referring to God miraculously healing her sister after a car accident.  Praise God!

 

Please pray for the girls and I as we travel to BC tomorrow.  I won't be sending any more reminders about the blog but ask that as God puts us on your heart you would pray and check every so often for updates of specific prayer items and Steve's perspective.

 

Thanks for your encouragement and prayer.

 

DEB

In HIS grip,
Carl Dambman
Philippians 3:12-14

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