Posted on 08/14/2016 2:21:39 PM PDT by mkjessup
14 August 2016
To: Jim Robinson and all of my treasured FR family ...
I regret to say that the number of my posts and messages will be taking an abrupt downward turn in the next little while, I can't say in what measure or how soon, but like many of our fellow patriots, health issues have reared their ugly heads in my life, and I see only a limited number of exits approaching, all of them ending with my journey ceasing long before I had originally hoped.
I won't go into the details of what's wrong with me, everyone has issues they're dealing with and all I would say is that I will be praying for each and every FReeper who has asked me to remember them in prayer. I know that I do not come across as a Godly man, nor is my prose or expressions that which I would recommend for anyone, to paraphrase Popeye "I am what I am, that's all that I am, I'm Mark Jessup the American man."
Am I flawed? Oh you bet. However I continue as I have encouraged others to do each day "do your best, and trust Jesus for the rest." My eternity is secure. I have no worries about where I'm going to end up because I have placed my full faith and trust in the Hands of the King of kings and Lord of lords, and I will not be moved from that position, it is non-negotiable.
I don't know if I'll be around for the election in November, I'd like to think the Lord would grant me enough time to see a rousing Trump victory and the defeat of the Communist-Muslim fascists that have subverted and taken over our government, and if I soon can't continue the fight from this side, I'll be trying to fight 'from the other side' if possible.
I won't do any 'shout outs' to my FRiends because anyone who knows me also knows the FReepers who are closest to me, they all know who they are, I just regret that I won't be able to personally meet you all in this lifetime, perhaps we can make up for that in the next.
I'd like to emphasize that if anyone had the idea of offering any sort of monetary help to me, please do NOT - I know some FReepers might like very much to do that (at least I hope they would, lol) but if that is the case with you, then kick up your donations to Free Republic, help Jim Rob in every way you can, pray for that man, lift him up each and every day to the Lord Jesus, Jim is a God fearing, Jesus loving Christian who is washed in the Blood of our Lord and he needs all the help we can give him. I have made arrangements for my own modest monthly donation to continue on after my demise, whenever that might be, I just wish it could be more.
And speaking of our 'Esteemed Founder' as I like to call him, Jim?
My apologies to you Sir, for all of the times I probably caused you some indigestion and grief with my somewhat 'overly rambunctious' style of posting, what you have done with the creation and continuation of Free Republic will be remembered in history as an integral part of the fight for America, you and our family of FReepers made it all happen, may it continue long after we're all gone.
I could go on for a while here as most people know, but this seems like a good place to end this goodbye to you all. I may not be disappearing immediately, however I'm going to need to start curtailing the amount of time I spend online, and sadly FR cannot be immune from that.
With my deepest love and respect ...
Mark Jessup.
(Note to mods, I have taken the liberty of posting this in 'News & Activism' in hopes of reaching as many of my FRiends as possible, naturally I'll understand if you need to shift to 'blogs & personal', 'general chat' and all that.
My heart is heavy and very sad. You will remain in my prayers and when I think of you, it will be with a smile. I hate dreary and hate good bye’s and this is neither. Grand photo, handsome guy. Enough for public consumption.
XOXO
Godspeed my FRiend.
Whatever road your taking down life’s road, know this:
God is always there to hold your hand with Him, and I know He will be there with you...
You have been the greatest friend another friend could have...we have laughed, we have cried, we have fought all shoulder to shoulder and there is no one I will be looking forward to meeting on the other side than you my friend...
Drop me a line once in a while, show up on my patio as a butterfly or a hummingbird once in a while to let me know your still ‘there’...
God Bless You and have peace in your soul...
Blessings, Sir! Prayers for your journey and that you’ll be back to your normal routine before long.
You will be missed!
It is my hope you find ways to address your concern and stay around a great many more years. Please look into medical studies, both published past ones and new ones you may be able to take part in.
There are intriguing, positive supplemental options for cancer, dementia, Parkinson’s, and cardiovascular issues that have shown efficacy, but most would require some major changes for fullest effect. Contact me if you would like me to direct you to these legitimate studies.
You are taking a very responsible approach to your future, but we’d sure love to have you here under any circumstances, sir.
I will tell my wife and we will pray for you.
May God bless you and may your days serve to glorify Him.
Corinthians2 4:16-18
God Bless You
Good luck on the other side FRiend and thanks for sharing. Yours was one of the very few vanity posts that didnt make my blood boil. Say hi to Reagan for me.
Mark, my prayers are with you. God bless you!
prayers
keep in touch as best you can
God Bless
May God bless you. I will pray for you.
That was one of the most elegant and courageous posts I’ve ever read here.
Go see Trump live in these last 90 days. Another Southern Ohio gig is just around the corner. If you gotta Uber, Lyft, fly, drive, boat, whatever, go see him.
God Bless you.
I’ sure sorry to hear this, and extend best wishes to you, mkjessup.
Prayers that the Lord may walk with you through these trials, Mark.
God bless!
Thanks for this post and for all the other thought-provoking ones that preceded it. Prayers from here.
This is terrible. Please communicate privately with me.
Sorry to hear this. I’ve always enjoyed your posts. Hope for the best.
Ping!....
His Healing Peace be with you now & always!
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