In Loving Memory

by Kathleen Whitten

Elizabeth Kay "Libby" Bebinger - October 23, 1970 - May 8, 2012

Libby Bebinger was like a little sister to me. I’ll never forget teaching her cheers for cheerleading tryouts. I suggested that she lower her voice and get louder. Wow! I’ve never heard or seen a cheerleader as loud and as cute as Libby!

She went on to be a cheerleader for Jesus.

ALS may have taken over her body – but it never could steal her joy. She rejoiced through the worst of of situations, while still caring about others by writing hundreds of encouraging emails through a special computer that tracked her eyes.

Seventeen years ago, I brought my baby, Mattie, to see Libby. She was so happy for me. Libby loved all people and rejoiced over other’s blessings. A picture of unselfishness. A picture of Jesus to me.

When we visited, I always kissed her cheek and she would cry. Then I would cry. Then we would laugh. Her tears weren’t those of self-pity, but the emotions of a strong young lady who had been enduring  painful physical situations for 19 years. Each visit she looked deeply into my eyes to communicate that we both understood chronic pain. How long Lord? How long?

Whole, now in heaven, there is no pain or sorrow! I see her hugging God, dancing with Jesus and resting peacefully with the Holy Spirit.

But mostly I see her cheering. She is cheering for us!

"Keep believing! Jesus is real! He is God’s Son!
There is eternal life through Him.
And on earth, may His will be done.”

kathleen whitten

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