Doxologist ContentBest Family Update
A couple of months ago I wrote about Juel Best, wife of Harold Best (featured speaker at the upcoming Continuous Worship Conference, and her struggle with cancer. I, as well as the whole Best, family have appreciated the prayer and concern on their behalf.
Juel Marie Best went to be with Jesus at midnight the morning of July 31st. She had fought cancer for over twelve years in one form or another. Juel died at home, peacefully, in her own bed, surrounded by her entire family. This was a great answer to prayer for the family who feared a long and painful decline. Just a week earlier Harold and Juel celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary.
I did not know Juel well. Most of my time with the Bests has been spent with Harold and Gareth (guitarist for Mars Hill band “Brothers of the Empty Tomb”). However, every time I was around her I was struck by her joy, humor and warmth in the face of her deadly illness. We rejoice that Juel is with her savior and mourn her loss to Harold, Gareth and the rest of the family.
Harold will still be joining us for the conference next month. If you know Best or have been touched by Gareth’s music or Harold’s writings, please take a moment to express your condolences to the comments on this thread. I will make sure they are passed on to them.
My deepest condolances go out to you Best family. May God’s presence be near to you during this time. My prayer is that your ‘lot’ has taught you to say that it is well with your soul even during this time of great sadness…
God bless you!
Brad Andrews
i’m halfway through ‘unceasing worship’ and have thought a number of times about what an extraordinary family dr best must have. the support and love and even intellectual stimulation present must have been remarkable, in addition to dr best’s own considerable heart and insight.
my deep condolences to the best family; she only touched me third-hand, but enough that i have seen her quality and Godliness.
I’d like to express my appreciation for Gareth’s musical gifts that he offers to God in the service of Mars Hill Church.
I’m always pleasantly surprised and excited when BET takes the stage and performs their unique style of worship music.
My condolences on the passing of your Mom. I’m sure Jesus wrapped her in a warm embrace when they met!
I pray that the good memories of your Mom are a source of inspiration and that your musical expression continues to lift us up towards heaven!!
I have only recently been introduced to Mr. Best’s “What is a Worship Leader?” blog postings. Thank you for your Godly influence and insight into helping myself and others lead our congregations in genuine God-enjoying worship. My prayers will be with you and your family.
I’m sorry for your loss and so thankful for the comfort you have in knowing that Mrs. Best is with our King. Mr. Best, I appreciate your incredible thoughtfulness and sensitivity to the Spirit so evident in your writings on worship. I look forward to hearing and learning from you at the conference in a few weeks.
my deepest heartfelt condolences to the Best family during your time of grief. from the input Dr. Best has had in my life vicariously through his writing, i can only assume Mrs. Best must have been a true gift.
grace and peace.