Steven Curtis Chapman double tragedy: Daughter killed by singers son
Filed Under: Celebrity | By: Susan
May 22, 2008 | Comments 7
We have to report the sad news that the daughter of singer Steven Curtis Chapman has been killed, but what makes this tragedy even worse for Chapman, is that his son was the one who run her over with a sports-utility vehicle. Reports say that 5-year-old Maria was hit in the driveway of their home, she was rushed to hospital where she sadly died. Many people witnessed the accident and said that the girl’s brother did not see his little sister; it looks as though no charges will be brought against Chapman’s son.
Could you imagine the pain that the family is going through right now, something like this must put a strain on the family. The son killed her sister by accident, but it is something that the poor boy is going to have to live with for the rest of his life. This will affect everyone in the family, how will Steven Curtis Chapman feel every time he sees his son, and then how will the son feel every time he looks at a picture of his sister. I understand that it was a tragic accident, but the tragedy will live with the son for the rest of his life.
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I have thought about this since I heard last night. I, too, have an adopted daughter from China and can’t imagine something like this happening to her. I also have 3 bio sons and can’t imagine one of my boys hitting and killing her. Although we know that Maria is in a better place, as sad as that seems here on earth, I am focusing my prayers for Will esp. but for the whole family. Accidents happen and this is something that will NEVER go away! I am sure that on the wedding day of their oldest daughter, Maria will be thought of and other occasions, but Will is still here!! I keep thinking over and over in my head that their bio children LOVED these girls with all their being! You can see it everytime you see them, so it stands to reason that Will would have told them to get away from the vehicle or some kind of provision was done because he is used to having little ones around and he knows how they are! I don’t for a minute think that he just backed-out without looking or even saying something to try to keep them out of harms way! This was an accident! Something that can’t be reversed and something that is going to haunt Will and the whole family FOREVER but Maria is with Jesus, the one who wanted her there with Him on May 21, 2008! She was predestined to go to be with Him on that day and if we focus on the fact that HE sees the big picture and did what He knew to be best, then maybe we can focus our prayers for Will and the family. I am NOT taking the death of that beautiful little girl lightly, and morn for her I have been doing since I heard, but I am also trying to be realistic! If it was my son who did this to my daughter, I hope I would be able to morn for my daughter but also hurt for my son and comfort him because what must he be feeling!
Will, we love you and pray for you. Although you are filled with alot of emotions right now, know that you are being prayed for heavily and that we all know it was an accident and you loved your sister with all your heart! Please lean on God at this time and I know your family will hold your hand through this whole ordeal!
Sweet Maria, although only here for 5 years, you have no idea how lucky you were to be loved by such a wonderful family. Although you didn’t get to spend but 3 years with them, you were loved more in that three years than some are loved in a lifetime! You will TRULY be missed by all but I praise God that your sweet spirit is sitting on Jesus’ lap, playing and laughing and without a care in the world!
God bless the whole Chapman family!! Our prayers are with you!
I could not even think to wonder what your going through at this tough time but our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
There are no right words. I just wanted to say I am truly sorry! It may sound too cliche yet, we know that our God knows and we can trust in that alone. I pray that time will show why God has allowed this tragedy to happen and what good He will be able to bring from it. I pray that you will find the strength to give Him all your pain because He feels your pain and sees your tears. He loves Maria more than anyone else ever could. Thank you for the joy you have brought to all us fans. We will pray for you.
Truly what happened in the Chapman family is a tragedy. I can only imagine the pain of losing their child. But the Chapmans are Christian people and God is and has been the center of their life and I know that our God will mend their broken hearts and help them get through this storm/hurt/ loss and testing. As for the son in this tragedy? I believe Steven and his wife have raised their children to know God and to know that He works in mysterious ways. We can not always see God’s plans, but know that not one tear falls, not one heartache that comes, goes on without God’s notice. He knows their pain in this and is already at work at mending it. It was an accident….a tragic one, but I believe in my heart, because I believe in our God that they will get through this and be stronger in time. The pain will lesson. Healing takes time. *tears*
Maria is not gone…she lives….with our Father in Heaven and they know this. Her brother knows this…and he will find peace in this as well.
I have great admiration for Steven and his love for God and his blessed talent. He has touched the hearts of many, especially the young and brought some of them to God and others closer to God with his music. I also admire his wife who has great strength as she has adopted, loved and raised children that were not her own. It takes a huge heart and the love of Christ to do that. They are truly a special family and my prayers and love go out to all of them.
Your sister in Christ,
Allie
First and foremost – my sympathies go out to Steven’s family – EVERYONE in the family. BUT – the way this article is written…with all the comments about HOW the son will feel – how Steven will feel everytime he looks at his son, etc…The BIBLE says – not to look at the things of the past – but move forward…Lets say POSITIVE things about this son – and the father. THEY WILL get past all of it – because of JESUS CHRIST!!! Not because of themselves – and their own emotions…AMEN to Alle – I agree with her WHOLE-HEARTEDLY – only Christians – and Christians that are TRULY WALKING the walk of FAITH – every day of their lives – will – they WILL be able to move forward in their lives – and have only happy memories of their lost child. They will continue seeking their Father’s face – and If GOD is for them – WHO can be against them!!!?? They will continue counting their blessings – KNOWING that there was a reason this was allowed to happen. They know that their Heavenly Father did NOT take their child – but that there’s a god of this world – who does damage…BUT – our GOD – OUR KING – does damage control – and their hearts and minds will be restored in Jesus Name!!!
I think it shows how naive people are to thrust their beliefs into a comment board of condolences. This was not Maries destiny as some say earlier. She was killed, an accident. Her life was cut short it was not Gods will. Stop trying to make God a person. He is not the savage hebrew god in the bible that murders more people than hitler. God is all that is. The son and family hurt more than anything. This is not for good… as some say. Some said” we don’t know why God does these things?” or Don’t be angry at God stuff. Look, God did not do this, cause this or decide to do this. Quit trying to make God a person. Be angry and question the why, but don’t try to comfort with lame God excuses. Its just what happened. It’s terrible and sad and should make you hug your loved ones.
this to Russell…have you ever thought that to them God is the one and only way they are going to make it through this. I too have lost some one tragically and i can say with out a doubt that God is the only way i have made it through this. This family believes in a God who works all things for good for those who dilligently seek him and are called by his name (Romans 8:28) even if we dont understand or know the outcome of the trials we are faced with. Who are you to question or put down what this family has stood of for so long and finds a comfort and hope in these times of extreme tragedy? God may not be a person in the literal aspect of life but he is real and a very viable part of the Chapman family and millions of families around the world. you are just as bad as the people you are putting down to critisize what they believe in… this family will make it through with the strengh that comes only from the Maker of Heaven and earth and through the prayer and support of the friends and family around them…as for Will…may the peace that surpasses all understanding guard your heart nad mind through Christ Jesus… and know that you are dearly love and are in the thoughts and prayers of thousands…may God be your cornerston and the rock that you lean on dirung this time of trials!