Well, we have a new baby report. Janni and Steve and I were upstairs praying together late Saturday night when she reported a contraction. I told Janni that since she was already almost 4 cm dilated that she better head for the hospital. Steve fearing that he would have to deliver his own baby, could not agree more. He had a sparkle in his eye and his loving smile betrayed such pride and loyalty for his wife and children. Janni decided to go natural and actually did not have much of a choice. By the way, she does not recommend it. Steve lovingly said Janni was hilarious! Of course, it did not feel "hilarious". When they got to the hospital, she was transitioning from 7 to 8 cm to 9 cm. Judah David Keller was born about 45 minutes after their arrival. His was born around 2:17 A.M. this Sunday.He weighed 8 lbs 2 oz and was 21 inches long. He has a lighter complexion and a different look than the other two. I would say he looks more like Jaelle than Kole. He is a good newborn, rarely making a peep.

Also, both Janni and Steve prayed and made the decision to bring Kole to the hospital this morning as well. He needed fluids and is on an IV. The good thing is that his room is separated by a wall from Janni's. The nurses were so kind and accommodating. They said they have never had this type of situation happen. One nurse had been there for over 30 years. The nurses were so touched and full of compassion. God takes care of the Kellers wherever they go! Please pray for Janni and Steve and Kole. They hardly had any sleep the night before and their lives are in such an "uproar". We are thankful God is in control and knows what He is doing. I happened to sleep with Kole the night his parents were gone. I told him stories and we talked. He told me everything he knew about cheetah's/leopards for he enjoys learning new information. I have to ask myself continually how old this boy truly is, for his thoughts are way beyond his years. Janni and I both were pondering the same verse, out of the blue, during this time. It comes out of Matthew 7:7. The verse says "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you shall find; knock and the door will be opened to you". This is a very overwhelming time for them. Please pray! My heart feels heavy. I cast my cares upon Him. In the same way, my love has grown and I feel overcome with compassion! God is with them and I am glad. He is all sufficient. This family is truly special. They are kind and offer smiles to all they meet! All who know them, love them. They too have much love to pour out and they give bold testimony to their loving and faithful God wherever they go! If there was ever a time when they needed extra encouragement and prayer, it is now! Don't ever forget that God is good and that He has the whole world in His hands. Thank you for praying. I had asked God to lay it on your hearts to pray over the last two days! They have needed the loving out pour of the body of Christ! Please put them on prayer chains and tell many to pray.

Love,
Jodi