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…pray like a little boy’s life depended on it

January 30, 2015 by christen | 82 Comments

You may have heard via the news & Facebook about my nephew, Bensten, who was hit by a car outside of his house sledding in McLean, VA this week. He was flown to Fairfax Hospital where he is in critical care. He is 6 years old.

We need prayers desperately.

The Bensten family wants the world to hold him up in prayer. Pray & please help us get it trending #pray4bman

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  1. Chrissy Reynolds says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:39 am

    Praying for this beautiful boy from Alpharetta, GA. May God wrap his arms around you all during this tragic time.

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  2. Erika says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:16 am

    Oh my Lord Jesus. You love this precious boy. You chose him before the creation of the world. You love him fiercely. You have his life and destiny in your hands. We ask you for miracle for him. Lift him and breath life over him. We love you Jesus and our hope is in you. The doctor of the doctors. In your ne Jesus!
    Dear Cristen, I have a son of that age. My heart and prayers goes with all of you.
    Love,
    Erika.

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  3. Julie Wagner says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:35 am

    Dear Lord, I pray that you would lay your hands on this precious child and heal his little body? Be with the doctors and nurses. Wrap your arms around his family so they can feel your love and peace. Also be with the person in the car. I pray this in Jesus’ name. Amen!

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  4. sherri allman says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:50 am

    PRAYING RIGHT NOW! Lifting up this young man, his caregivers and his family!

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  5. Donna Dell says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:13 am

    I have been lifting him up in prayer. Also for his family members and you Christen.

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  6. Kerry says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:48 am

    We don’t know each other but I’m a Mclean mother of 4 kids.
    I will pray every day for this sweet boy. We will add him to our prayer chain at St. Johns Catholic School. Please know this whole town is praying for all of youl.

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  7. Janie says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:55 am

    prayers lifted for your nephew!

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  8. Ann Drummond says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:12 am

    Oh no. Praying for a swift healing and recovery.

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  9. elaine clayton says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:17 am

    get well soon little man

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  10. Alice Middleton says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:42 am

    I am serving as the Prayer Chain coordinator of the St. John the Beloved Church. We have just sent out a request to our 150 members to pray for Bensten. We are with you at this difficult time.

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  11. Alice Middleton says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:45 am

    Please ignore the “your comment is awaiting moderation” in my post. I left my desk for a moment, and when I returned, somehow that was inserted. Don’t know how it happened. Then it was posted. Sorry.

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  12. simone says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:46 am

    I hope this message finds him getting stronger each day. Prayers to all!

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  13. sue says

    January 30, 2015 at 12:02 pm

    So sorry to hear this terrible news. Sending love and prayers your way. Get well soon Benston x

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  14. Paul Voudrach says

    January 30, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    I pray with the family and all saints in prayer for Bensten. We agree in prayer for this boy and we do leave him before Your Holy Throne Lord Jesus Christ of Nazareth, Lord let your Will be done. Amen and Amen!!!

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  15. Tara says

    January 30, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    Prayers for The Bensten family. What a beautiful smile this sweet boy has! God bless him and help him get well very soon.

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  16. Barbara foelber says

    January 30, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    Prayers prayers prayers!

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  17. Alison Waldman says

    January 30, 2015 at 2:12 pm

    Shabbat prayers will be said for him this evening by the Waldman family.

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  18. Sandra Filer says

    January 30, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    Prayers to this family and his care givers that God may have his hand on them all. God Bless and be with this family..

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  19. Lori Penzato says

    January 30, 2015 at 3:32 pm

    Praying for your family. He is a beautiful boy and he will pull through this and recover soon.
    God bless him!!!

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  20. Suzanne says

    January 30, 2015 at 3:43 pm

    I did hear of this terrible accident and will pray for your beautiful nephew I hope he recovers soon.

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  21. DarcyLea says

    January 30, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    My heart is wrapped around you and your family. May God bless and keep Bentsen safe.

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  22. Moe says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    Praying for you Bensten! I have a 6 year old boy who loves to play outside just like you!
    Hugs and Kisses. xoxoxox

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  23. Adriana says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    We are holding this beautiful, precious boy and your whole family in our prayers. May you all be graced with healing and strength.

    Hugs….

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  24. Louise says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:38 pm

    Praying for this little boy from Australia.

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  25. Carm says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:40 pm

    Praying to my God & Jesus for your speedy recovery Christen! xo

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  26. Sarah says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    Prayers sent from Illinois…that His gracious and healing hand protect this lil’ guy.

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  27. Lugene Bastian says

    January 30, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    Praying for your nephew and the whole family. He is a beautiful child with a grin that would light the world. Get well little Bensten, the world needs you.

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  28. Heather says

    January 30, 2015 at 5:15 pm

    Awaiting good news…sending prayers for Bensten every moment until word of his recovery. ❤️

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  29. Sherry Haines says

    January 30, 2015 at 5:18 pm

    Praying for this precious child. I will also be lifting up all his famiky and those caring for him. Father God we ask for healing and full recovery for this precious boy and his loving family.

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  30. Diana Culp Bork says

    January 30, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    Praying very hard for you, young man, as well as for your family. I started praying for you this morning when I saw the news and have not stopped.

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  31. Barbara says

    January 30, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    There is power in prayer….saying prayers for the whole family. Bensten is such a sweet little guy…..

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  32. Vickie Carroll says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    Father God, we humbly come to ask for a miracle of healing for this little boy. We pray that your mercy will cover this boy and his family, we ask that you restore him to his sweet, vibrant and happy self. Father, grant his family peace and his doctors skill as they care for your child. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, this I pray.

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  33. Judi Cecich says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:03 pm

    So sad……sending prayers to your and your family through this sorrowful time. Seeing that sweet little face just breaks your heart to know he is in the hospital

    Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I wish I could make it all better…but all I can offer you is my love and prayers….

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  34. Elaine says

    January 30, 2015 at 7:13 pm

    so sorry to hear this, will certainly keep him in my prayers, hugs for you, Elaine

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  35. Jennifer Roselius says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your little boy, from Mansfield,Texas. . .

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  36. Barbara says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    Prayers for you from Rhode Island. Stay strong!

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  37. Binh Nguyen says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    Om Mani Padme Hum!
    Om Mani Padme Hum!
    Om Mani Padme Hum!

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  38. michael says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Be strong sweet boy.

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  39. Brenda says

    January 30, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    Praying for Bensten and family.

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  40. Janie Strauss says

    January 30, 2015 at 9:46 pm

    He is in my prayers.

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  41. Gina Thorson says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    Praying hard for this family. I also live in McLean, VA and will add this dear boy and his family to the prayer list at Redeemer Lutheran Church.
    Gina Thorson

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  42. Nicole says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:19 pm

    Praying from Texas!!!!!

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  43. Elicia says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    Dearest Bensten and family:
    The Leudemann family is praying for you tonight and every night until you can run and play again. What an awful and tragic accident. You have so many people, friends and strangers alike, praying for you and helping you to find the strength to fight. We are all with you.
    Love, Strength and Prayers,

    Elicia, David, Carter, Parker and Kye Leudemann
    Leesburg, VA

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  44. Bethany Carter Howlett says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:36 pm

    Prayers For You Lil Guy.

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  45. Zolane says

    January 30, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    Praying. God bless Bensten and family.

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  46. Pamela says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:03 pm

    Praying for your sweet nephew and family from South Carolina.

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  47. Barbara Ann says

    January 30, 2015 at 11:50 pm

    When I lay my head down tonight this angels face will be in my sight. My prayers to God I will send that this sweet little boy He will mend.
    I’m holding your family in my heart and please keep us updated.

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  48. Joy says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:29 am

    Prayers for you all …

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  49. Laura says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:29 am

    Seinding prayers for strength and healing from our whole family in Cambridge, England.

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  50. Michelle Ziobro says

    January 31, 2015 at 1:10 am

    God bless lance and his family and precious child! Xoxo

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  51. Ruchi says

    January 31, 2015 at 4:46 am

    lots of love, healing and prayers for this sweet little boy…god bless..

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  52. Robyn says

    January 31, 2015 at 5:32 am

    Thoughts and prayers from Annapolis.
    Stay strong!

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  53. Susan says

    January 31, 2015 at 7:26 am

    Prayers for you and family.

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  54. Grace says

    January 31, 2015 at 8:17 am

    What a beautiful boy. Prayers for peace, comfort and guidance for your family and caretakers.

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  55. Kristin says

    January 31, 2015 at 9:15 am

    Am praying for Bensten, his family, and friends.
    God bless!
    K.M.
    Richmond, VA

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  56. Krystal says

    January 31, 2015 at 10:07 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family that your nephew makes a speedy recovery!

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  57. Michelle Ridge says

    January 31, 2015 at 10:15 am

    Praying for Bensten and the family at this difficult time in Greensboro NC.

    Michelle Ridge

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  58. Beverly says

    January 31, 2015 at 11:24 am

    Praying for a speedy recovery for this sweet little boy!

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  59. Latter says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:16 pm

    The Roettgers family from Cincinnati, Ohio is praying that the Bman has a fast recovery! We are also praying for strength and faith for you and your family.

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  60. gabriela says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:35 pm

    Praying for your nephew from Italy.

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  61. Trish says

    January 31, 2015 at 12:59 pm

    Sending lots of prayers!! Every parents worst nightmare! Praying for this little guys family too!!

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  62. Meg Sharp says

    January 31, 2015 at 5:48 pm

    Christen so sorry to hear about your nephew. We have and will #Pray4BMan!

    Meg

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  63. katherine says

    January 31, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    Thank you God for enabling me to deeply feel the Love of God encircling the Christen and the Bensten Family. This Love fills all space. This perfect Love is all power and ever-present. This realization that Love is All, casts out fear, and brings into expression God’s perfect child. Christen is that perfect child of God. Christen is right now, the very image and likeness of Love and Life here on earth. Amen.

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  64. Rebecca says

    February 1, 2015 at 12:15 am

    Count on our prayers Father.

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  65. Alb says

    February 1, 2015 at 3:25 am

    I am praying. Asking God for mercy and healing and hope for you all in Jesus name. “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in Spirit.” Ps 34:18

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  66. Annette says

    February 1, 2015 at 8:49 am

    Prayers being said in Southern Maryland.

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  67. Annette says

    February 1, 2015 at 8:50 am

    Prayers being said in Southern Maryland.

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  68. Jo Butt says

    February 1, 2015 at 11:36 am

    Sending prayers for little Bensten and his family !!! Prayer warriors are the best !!!

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  69. juanita says

    February 1, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    my prayers are with
    the family
    i lost a son at age 12 lord help your son

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  70. Nancy says

    February 1, 2015 at 1:45 pm

    Lots of prayers coming from Naples, FL.

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  71. Dixie says

    February 1, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    My family will be praying for your family.

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  72. Anita says

    February 1, 2015 at 8:02 pm

    Sending prayers for this little one, family members and driver as well. God be with you all at this difficult time.

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  73. Jim Angle says

    February 1, 2015 at 10:34 pm

    Lord,
    Save this young man who was doing what all children do– having fun, and looking forward to serving you.

    Amen

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  74. Jamie says

    February 2, 2015 at 12:27 am

    I will be praying for him, for your whole family and for his full recovery.

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  75. Kristi Caswell says

    February 2, 2015 at 12:35 am

    Praying for your little nephew and family all the way from Vancouver Island, Canada. My heart broke reading this, I have two little boys, our family is praying with you.

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  76. Lkiffin says

    February 2, 2015 at 1:37 am

    Prayers for this child from a grandma from California

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  77. Linda says

    February 2, 2015 at 1:39 am

    Prayers for this child and his family from a grandma from California

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  78. The Kemp Family says

    February 2, 2015 at 6:38 am

    Sending up prayers from Charlotte, NC. We ask for hope, strength, and comfort at this difficult time.

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  79. Katie Myers says

    February 3, 2015 at 1:11 am

    Praying right now for God to heal this precious little boy…please Lord, we ask that you wrap your arms around this boy and his family. We lift him up to you…amen.

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  80. Maggie McDermott says

    February 3, 2015 at 8:58 pm

    Sending strength and prayers for precious Bensten and his entire family. My heart has hurt all day thinking about this happening to a 6 year old boy.

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  81. Kathleen Brown says

    February 5, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    Petitioning God in prayer here in Israel for this precious boy and his family.

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