Thursday, June 30, 2005

 

PEN PALS


PEN PALS
Contributed by Sally I. Kennedy
Jun 30, 2005

"I thank my God every time I remember you in all my prayers...
"Philippians 1:3

A long time ago, in elementary school, I vaguely recall a class project
where we all had pen pals in another country. Summer vacations and
trips, too, provided opportunities for pen pals for my sister and me.
The letters would fly back and forth for a few months with our new best
friends.

A couple of years ago I received an email from Deborah B., a reply to
an inspirational message posted on the Internet. Deborah wrote a
lengthy, encouraging note. I was drawn to her, and to her spirit.

So I emailed her back. Thus began a special friendship with someone I
know only through correspondence. Someday we will meet; meanwhile we
write about our families, our work, and our faith. It never ceases to
amaze me how she continually blesses me with her insightful comments
and prayers. It is as though the Lord himself speaks through her at
times.

There's another person I've not yet met who also blesses me in
measureless ways. His name used to be Saul. After some interesting
experiences, God changed it to Paul. He wrote these epistles that are
in the Bible. Sometimes I think he wrote the letters just for me.

The Bible was written under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. Now
there is my forever pen pal. Thank you Lord!

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Sally I. Kennedy, ©2005, Author of "52 Little Parables from Ireland"
(Creation House Press) and "Words from the Heart"
http://www.sallyikennedy.com

PRAYER
"Lord, draw me near to you and let me see your glory. May I never doubt
your love and saving help."

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