I like steak... but not this T-Bone..

Bubba and I were involved in a motor vehicle accident  last Thursday. We are doing well, but wanted to share another amazing story of God's hand on our family! Here's the story:

      We had one of our baby-sitters at our home by 7:30 AM Thursday so Bubba and I could make it to an ultrasound for the new baby. We had a wonderful experience at the appointment, seeing many sweet details of Johannah Grace: sweet tiny feet, perfect lips, sweet tip of her nose, and many movements of tiny, slender fingers.

      We were heading home to relieve our sitter about 9:15. We stopped to get gas, when I realized being pregnant that I was in dire need of a egg and cheese biscuit and a chocolate doughnut! I grabbed each of those very sweet items in the station and we were off again.

      We exited the gas station, turning east and stopped at the signal. I was looking down texting our sitter to let her know we were almost home when the light turned green and we were off. SUDDENLY, Bubba looked out my window and yelled, "OH MY GOSH.....". Then I heard BOOOOOM, felt my arm hit the door and heard tires screeching.

Ladies Car that hit us.....

      An elderly women, approximately 80 years old, had run a red light and T-Boned our car on my side. She was traveling around 40 mph at the point of impact. By God's divine hand, she hit our car directly between the drivers and riders doors on the brace. If she would have hit my door directly, things would have been much different!

      Bub was injured on his right side, we are assuming from the console between the seats. He was checked out at the ER after much encouragement! :) He did not want to!!  I was transported by ambulance because of neck pain and being pregnant.

      They monitored the baby and me over night to be sure all was well. The baby is doing well and my body is quit tired but otherwise feeling ok. I am to take it very easy the next week to be sure I don't go into labor.

      I don't have time to go into all the details of of ALL the ways the Lord manifested his grace in this situation. But I will say that Bubba and I are amazed at how The Lord's has been all over us, our family, our friends, the Dr.s the nurses, even the accident scene.

      We now have a rental car, via the Misses insurance. We are 90% sure our car will be totaled, so we are looking/praying for what the Lord has next for us in the vehicle realm.

     So thankful that the Lord saved us all. The reality is beginning to hit me, of what really happened and how many angels were working in that wreck that day!

 

Thank you Jesus....we love you!

 

Bub, Heather, Anna, Nathan, Luke, Esther, Miriam and baby Johannah Grace

BATTLE READY..CAN YOU HELP????

I know we must be doing the right thing otherwise Satan would not be attacking my family and me so hard.  It is a battle and we are fighting!! We really believe that big things are coming.

I am going to be up front with you and say ‘YES, that I am writing this to ask for support and more specifically your support financially.” Maybe a little forward?  A little bold?

Yeah it is, but I received the boldness from JESUS and know that the work that I and my family have been doing and what GOD is continuing to call us to that we need to continue to share and cast our vision and our needs to continue to finish the task that God has called us to. The HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL AND THE WORKERS ARE FEW.

God has called the Dowling family to be “A BRIDGE”: that extends across all races, ethnic groups, social classes, ages, gender, between the churched and un-churched.

God has called Bubba (GOD’s STRONGMAN) as an evangelist and Mentor/ Discipler:  Bubba continues to go out and preach the GOSPEL to Churches, Men’s groups, Youth groups so that others can receive the SAVIOUR that WE have received that brought us true relationship, peace, healing and salvation.  And share that you don’t have to be physically strong to also be GOD’s STRONGMAN.

Bubba is the Chaplain and volunteers at a local PUBLIC high school, with the football and wrestling team and has just been asked specifically to work one in one with several athletes that are struggling with self worth, self esteem and who they are as a man while encouraging them to fulfill their role in their sport. 

Heather (MORE THAN RUBIES) is serving JESUS as well as her family by staying home full time to make sure that the first ministry that they have collectively is their own family.

You are reading this letter for 1 of several possible reasons:

1. You are family and you know who we are what we are about and the effect that we have and have had on the kingdom.

2.  You are a friend of the family and you know who we are what we are about and the effect that we have and have had on the kingdom.

3. You have seen our ministry at work first hand and know who we are what we are about and the effect that we have and have had on the kingdom.

4. You have heard about and expressed interest in our ministry and the effect that we have and have had on the kingdom

You may be thinking that you would love to help but cant offer that much, I am TELLING you that ANY AMOUNT Monthly will help. Even if you can’t help maybe you know someone who you can share this with and have them get in contact with us.

So please pray and consider giving into our ministry and ask what God would have you to give and then follow his lead.

We are looking for 200 families/individuals/businesses/ Churches to support our family at least $20.00 a month.   Some can do more some can do less. It all works out in the end!! You may think to yourself $20.00 a month does not sound like much but if you do the math and we get 200 supporters at that $20.00 a month that is $4000.00 a month. 

If you want to give a one time gift in any amount that helps TOO!!!

We are under the covering of Y.W.A.M.  www.ywam.org

more specifically YWAM HEARTLAND  www.ywamheartland.com

So you can donate several ways.

If you want a tax deductible receipt please write your check out to YWAM HEARTLAND and place a note in the envelope that the check is for the Dowling Family and mail to:

Bubba and Heather Dowling

607 SE Joel Ave.

Lee’s Summit, Mo 64063

I also take Debit and Credit cards via PAYPAL or also directly using “ SQUARE”.

You can keep in touch with what we our doing and where we are several different ways.

Family blog. You can see it and sign up for it @: http://teamdowling.blogspot.com/

Bubba’s Website @ : www.godsstrongman.com

Bubba’s Facebook@: https://www.facebook.com/bubba.dowling

 

If you have questions and or want to find out more here are some ways you can contact us.

Bubba: Email  bubba@godsstrongman.com

             Cell    641-777-9456   call or text

Heather: Email  heknowsyourname@aol.com

Cell   641-777-5729   call or text

Some thoughts and Encouragement to fathers...

Here is a 7 minute long video on some thoughts that I would like to share with you....

Blessings

YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES GENTLEMEN!!!!!

BADDEST BENCH AT THE BIG SHOW!!!!!!

Was not me.......


Had a great time with my good friends Bill Corum and Tua Meafua.

Bill, ME and Tua

I was not prepared well enough for this meet, had too high of expectations with too many variables and  ended up not even getting a lift in.

I opened up with 727 missed it then I missed two attempts with 755.... and that disqualified me for the meet.



However was able to rest and see a bit of what Wyoming had to offer and more of the BEAUTY of GOD's CREATION.  Wild horses, antelope and even found a few animal skeletons along the way.

Wild horses that have been removed from the wild due to overpopulation and are available for adoption.

MMMMMM needs BBQ sauce!!!!

NOM NOM NOM

ARGH!!!!!!

I always say during my speeches, talks and presentations that I learn best from failing. Even though I do HATE to fail, God always allows me to gain knowledge and wisdom from my mistakes......

Lesson this time??  I need to bloom where GOD planted me and stay where he leads me and not to chase the $$MONEY$$ because he is the one that provides for me!!



THANKS TO ALL OF THOSE WHO HELPED ME ALONG THE WAY!!!!!


BUBBA

SMALL TOWN EVENT, HUGE RESPONSE

This Past weekend I was able to perform and share my heart with the people of southeast IOWA at PROMISELAND MUSIC FESTIVAL.

HUMAN HELICOPTER IN ACTION

My family and I  were extremely blessed by the Churches, workers, volunteers and attendees of the event @ PROMISELAND.

6 vs 1 TUG-O-WAR
MAKE JESUS THE CENTER OF YOUR LIFE!!

I shared 2 times during the 3 day festival and we saw 21 people choose to dedicate their lives to JESUS.

Sharing my heart for fathers and families and how I receive my strength, JESUS!!

JESUS you continue to amaze and bless me......

We would not be able to go and do the ministry that GOD has called us to with out your continued support.

Please contact Bubba and Heather to find out how you can help them in their continued ministry.

By Email : bubba@godsstrongman.com or heknowsyourname@aol.com

FROM NATHAN.......

Dear TEAMDOWLING,

   

    I am writing to tell you about a dream I have. To play football. I have the chance to play in the Lee’s Summit Football Association this fall. It’s TACKLE!

    I need $275 for league fees and about $110 for shoes and football pants. So a total of $385. We are hoping to find sales though! Would you be willing to help me play football?

    You can help by credit or debit card ( call my dad for this option) 641-777-9456.

If you would like to receive a receipt for your donation for tax purposes you would need to write a check or money order to “YWAM Heartland”. If you choose this option you can mail it to me at Nathan Dowling 607 SE Joel Ave., Lee’s Summit, MO 64063.

THANKS

NATHAN!!!!

BUBBA NEEDS SOME HELP!!! 56 POUNDS away UPDATE!!

Bubba had been invited to, 2 very prestigious Bench Press Competitions. Both with the USPA. This is a huge honor for him.

The first one will be August 3rd, 2012 in Rock Springs, WY at the " BADDEST BENCH AT THE BIG SHOW".  ONLY 20 LIFTERS HAVE BEEN INVITED!!!! BUBBA is 1 of those lifters!!!! WHICH WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE by XPTV in approximately 160+million homes throughout North America, Japan, Korea, and Viet Nam, via Fox Sports Network, Comcast, and Tuff TVTV 

The Second will be September 27th-29th 2012 at THE " MR. OLYMPIA" contest held in LAS VEGAS.

Like I said before these are INVITE only and a huge opportunity for BUBBA to expand the platform from which he is able to Share his story, encourage and challenge Fathers and preach the GOSPEL......

But BUBBA needs your help. He wants to compete but does not want to take away money from his family's monthly needs to compete.

 He needs approximately 4-5 thousand dollars to cover the costs of both meets.
1. Entry Fees
2. Travel to and from both meets for 2 people- Bubba tries to never Travel alone.
3. Hotels and Rental Cars
3. Food- While traveling and added expense due to training
4.Training- Travel/ supplements/ equipment


Here is a Clip of BUBBA's Latest Bench Workout....
BUBBA BENCH PRESS WORKOUT CLICK HERE!!


There are many ways you can donate and help. Credit/ DEBIT Card,  Paypal,  Cash or Check

Call BUBBA @ 641-777-9456
CALL HEATHER @ 641-777-5729

HOW MUCH CAN YOU HELP ME WITH?????