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Linn's leaving

Recently I was in Sweden for the funeral of a daughter of pastors who are part of my team.

A very beautiful, young lady, aged 25 years old, who, as a result of her illness which caused epileptic fits, is the first in her family not only to meet Jesus, but also to pass the test and to receive the prize, which no one can ever take away from her.

Everything that happened while we shared with her family was extraordinary. The words of her parents were touching, the way in which her siblings talked about her reflected family harmony. The words and attitude of her husband showed sadness, but at the same time satisfaction that at last she is free from her permanent illness.

However what impacted me the most was when Linn's disciples spoke. These eleven young ladies stood on the stage, with tears in their eyes, giving thanks to God for how He had used Linn, not only to save them, but also for the way she had formed them, and how despite her physical impediment Linn never stopped doing her cell. A young Iranian lady shared how she has not only found a sense of faith, but also family harmony. These young ladies were revealing Linn's fruit through their words.

This makes me think about what the apostle Paul said when he taught: "the work of each one will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each man's work. If what he has built survives, he will receive his reward. If it is burned up, he will suffer loss; he himself will be saved, but only as one escaping through the flames." 1 Corinthians 3:13-15

Linn proved that the disciples she managed to form are not only very committed to the Lord, but that they are also set to be firm leaders. And in the same way that the angel told the Virgin Mary: "Blessed be the fruit of your womb," I saw that the fruit Linn raised is blessed fruit.

May the Lord put his hand on these young ladies and may they be able to lift Jesus' name high. May the Lord bless Linn's parents and be pleased with the way they have been able to give back their daughter and managed to present her as a beautiful offering before the Lord. It is my prayer that a garment of consolation would permanently cover this family.