Tribute To W.E. McCumber

We lost a great friend in December, Dr. W.E. "Bill" McCumber.  I first met him in 1988 in Ohio, as I was leaving a pastorate to go on the road the first time.  He and another great, C.Hastings Smith, were preaching the NW Ohio Campmeeting.  I was speaking to the youth component of that camp and what a thrill it was  to hear these amazing men preach.  Dr. McCumber was a great encouragement to me that week and when we renewed our relationship years later at the Georgia Campmeeting, he continued to be a friend, mentor and great encourager.

 

I had the privilege of working with him in several campmeeting settings and in the church he so faithfully pastored in Gainesville, Georgia.  It was our privilege to visit with him and Doris, his lovely wife, in their home.  There will never be one quite like Bro. Bill.  He was an author, teacher, leader, pastor, preacher, evangelist, editor, and most of all, a wonderful servant of Jesus!  He preached for over 69 years.

 

It was an honor to know and work with him.  His wisdom and insights were profound.  His economy of words was amazing.  He could say more in 15 minutes than anyone I have ever heard.  I loved his dry wit and razor sharp mind.  I admired his great love for Doris, the bride of his youth.  Most of all we all admired his great love for Jesus.  Heaven looks even better now knowing he is waiting for us there. 

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