Mr. Bent

Awhile back, I introduced Tashi Bent to you. She attended our sending church for 4 years as she got her degree at Taylor University. She went to school at CCCD and comes from a deaf family who are strong leaders in the Jamaican deaf community. Tashi's father passed away on Tuesday. I never really knew Mr. Bent. I had met him before, but he uses what they call "country sign," and so my interactions with him were fairly limited. But, we all know that we are known by our fruit and I was impressed by Mr. Bent. From my observations, he always seemed to be a thoughtful person who would then surprise you with a hearty laugh from a good joke. And, even more impressive, he demonstrated a love and commitment to his family. A faithful husband and loving father who led a Christian family. I know Tashi adored him and from working with his son, I know that his son respected him. I am praying for those kind of relationships with my kids. I desire for them to walk in Truth, for our family to enjoy spending time together, and for their respect. Mr. Bent had a brain tumor and knew that it was terminal. Lets try to say a prayer of comfort for the Bent family.