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A Testimony of God's Faithfulness

Stacey Troxel - March 2007

This is the journey of a father and daughter learning to understand God's faithfulness. As Stacey and I (Steve) create this page, we want to make sure we are clear about the message being presented. Our trials have been long and painful - 10 years so far. Often when we read about the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, we rejoice when the son returns home and the Father kills the fatted calf. But we fail to understand that this is most likely just the beginning of the story.

As you read through this page, we hope you will be encouraged that God is very, very faithful. He loved us so much that "While we were still sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8). This is a love which is patient and always ready to forgive. He now calls us to demonstrate this same kind of love to others. This means that when we minister to someone who struggles - whether that means a child in rebellion or a friend being consumed with addiction, or someone in deep need of Salvation - we must be patient and remain committed to loving through what may be a long, long process of coming Home.

Stacey first ran away from home when she was 13. There were certainly issues leading up to this time, but this event will serve as the beginning of our story. Following a few very turbulent teenage years, Stacey left home at 17 and joined the Army at 18. Her addiction to drugs led to being arrested and sent to prison in 2002. She was released after 20 months but became addicted to drugs again during her time on parole. After spending another month in prison she was released and has continued the process of trusting, falling, and learning to trust again. We have both learned that the only thing in life which never changes is God - He is ALWAYS faithful!

This page contains messages I wrote as a father trying to understand faith related to trusting God when your daughter is in the enemy camp. There are also several messages written by Stacey as she witnessed God continuing to pursue her and as she grew in her faith through many trials. Above all, we pray this testimony will bring glory and honor to God and encourage others to trust Him more!

Past Messages | Current Message From Stacey | Video - Prison Release

Taken the day of Stacey's release from prison. Freedom on the beach of San Diego - Jan 2004.	Back Home! (June 2004)
Daddy's Girls - Christmas 2006

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Prison Release Video

Stacey was granted parole and was released on January 16th 2004 after spending 20 months in prison. We picked her up in San Diego and then interviewed her the same afternoon. The 17 minute video of this interview is presented in the hope that others will be blessed and perhaps not make some of the same mistakes. Feel free to use this video in any manner you believe would bring glory and honor to God.

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Past Messages

I began writing short devotional messages in August 1996. Over the years, I've sent out several messages related to difficulties with Stacey. I've listed these message here in their original form. I pray these messages are a wonderful encouragement. Our family had to wait a long time for even a glimpse of God's plan; but now as we see His faithfulness unfolding before our eyes we are looking forward to each new step.

October 24, 1996 - First message indicating "issues" with our teenage daughter.
November 7, 1996 - Ran away at age 13.
November 8, 1996 - Remembering that ALL things work together for good.
November 11, 1996 - Trials develop perseverance - The ice will hold.
February 11, 1997 - Living with a sinful nature at age 14.
April 14, 1997 - Ran away at age 14 - Rejoice ALWAYS.
April 30, 1997 - Remember the Butterfly Kisses.
May 15, 1997 - Eyes of the Eternal - She catches a glimpse.
February 12, 1998 - Enrolled in Teen Challenge at age 15
February 20, 1998 - Learning to pray with the love of God.
April 15, 1998 - Continuing to rejoice in our trials - God has a plan.
November 20, 1998 - Peer pressure blurs the lines - NEVER give up!
March 16, 1999 - Begins to recognize sinful nature and temptation - Enrolled in college at age 16.
January 12, 2000 - Don't Trade the Blessing - Left home at age 17.
February 16, 2000 - Praying for Corn Husks - Auto accident gets her attention.
April 4, 2001 - Continuing to pray for corn husks.
April 5, 2001 - The father longs for the prodigal to return.
May 20, 2001 - Stacey returns home.
[In August of 2001 Stacey joined the US Army]
September 6, 2002 - Unbelievably Faithful - Awaiting trial in military prison.
October 16, 2002 - Possible two or three year sentence.
November 22, 2002 - True repentance. Written by Stacey
December 1, 2002 - Guilty! Received a three year sentence.
December 23, 2002 - Moved to California Prison - plans for Christmas visit.
January 5, 2003 - The importance of mail.
February 9, 2003 - Pray for boldness and protection.
April 17, 2003 - The Purpose of Testing. Written by Stacey
May 20, 2003 - Meeting the parole board - A God of second chances. Written by Stacey
August 17, 2003 - Waiting on God's Purpose and Timing Written by Stacey
October 15, 2003 - Still Waiting! Written by Stacey
[Stacey was granted parole and was released on January 16th 2004 after spending 20 months in prison. See Video]
October 27, 2005 - Various Updates Since Prison Release
March 13, 2007 - My Journey Continues Written by Stacey

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