“To write is human, to receive a letter: Devine!”
I remember as a child receiving mail and feeling as if I had won the lottery. My sister and I would sit and wait on the mail woman to deliver the mail. We would then fight over who got to check the mail. Now I rarely look forward to the mail. A typical day includes bills and junk mail. I do not know anyone that gets excited to find a bill in the mail.
As technology has increased we have branched away from letter writing. We have exchanged cards,notes, and letters for texts,IMs, and emails. These are effective forms of communication, but I want to brighten someone's day. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 says, " Therefore encourage one another and build up one another, just as you are doing. " Upon doing some reflection I am not using my words to always encourage. For that matter there were times I could go without one word to some of my friends on Facebook. I am not ok with this. We are to uplift, support, and pray for each other.
In this pursuit I have purchased a prayer journal, cards, and an address book. I intend to build better relationships with my friends. My words will be used to do Gods work. If you need prayers let me know.
A couple years ago I stumbled upon http://www.treasuredpassages.com. I found they had letter books that provide letter prompts. I ordered a letter book. The thought and time placed into their letter books. The minor details truly bring the whole book together. Their customer service was great too. I wanted to write letters, but did not have a clue where to start. I would like to get a few more letter books to write to a few friends. Who wants to join me in encouraging others with our words?
Blessings,
K
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