Christian authors and artists share their condolences and prayers for TobyMac online after the death of his firstborn son.
Truett Foster Mckeehan died suddenly on Wednesday, October 23.
Since the news of his passing broke, prominent members of the Christian community are rallying around the Mckeehan family during their time of grief.
Man my heart is so heavy for @tobymac and family right now. Toby has lifted so many of us up with his music and his example. Now, may he feel us return the favor and lift him and family up in prayer. -mw
— Matthew West (@matthew_west) October 24, 2019
Matthew West has written a series of tweets in support of the grieving father and his family.
This is powerful. I’m gonna hug my kids a little tighter tonight. Praying hard for this family. https://t.co/YsOGJzepo1
— Matthew West (@matthew_west) October 24, 2019
TobyMac's alma mater, Liberty University also expressed their sadness for their alumnus.
Many of you know the heartache that comes with the loss of a loved one. We ask you to pray for a beloved alum, TobyMac, as he and his family grieve the loss of his son, Truett.
— Liberty University Online (@libertyuonline) October 24, 2019
We love you, Toby! We are with you and praying for you.#PrayersForTobyMachttps://t.co/KX70za5Mf4 pic.twitter.com/uS1eKKMopj
Pastor and Evangelist Greg Laurie also reached out to the Mckeehan family via twitter.
Let’s all be praying for @tobymac and his family as they mourn the passing of Toby and Amanda’s son, Truett. May “The God of all comfort’ be with them.
— Greg Laurie (@greglaurie) October 24, 2019
Danny Gokey, whose first wife passed away suddenly sent out a tweet calling out for prayer for the Mckeehans.
Devastated & heartbroken for @tobymac his wife Amanda & his family. I can’t imagine what it’s like to lose a child. They absolutely need our prayers. Just like Arron & Hur lifted up the hands of Moses in battle, we need to lift this family up and be there for them through prayer.
— Danny Gokey (@dannygokey) October 24, 2019
The prayers and support for Tobymac continue to pour in online.
Truett. pic.twitter.com/XCW91kA3Az
— Jamie Grace (@jamiegraceh) October 24, 2019
Our hearts are shattered for Toby Mac and his family. @tobymac we are grieving with you and praying for God to pour out His comfort and peace over your family. Love you so much dear friend ❤️
— theafters (@theafters) October 24, 2019
Our whole hearts and prayers go out to our dear friend @tobymac and his family during this hard time. Heartbreaking. Love you bro🙏🏼
— Thousand Foot Krutch (@OfficialTFK) October 25, 2019
Devastated & heartbroken for @tobymac his wife Amanda & his family. I can’t imagine what it’s like to lose a child. They absolutely need our prayers. Just like Arron & Hur lifted up the hands of Moses in battle, we need to lift this family up and be there for them through prayer.
— Danny Gokey (@dannygokey) October 24, 2019