Kirsten and Scott--a husband and wife that are separated by jailhouse walls, as he is incarcerated despite his innocence. He is facing life in prison without the possibility of parole. As a family of 4, and then 5, as the story unfolds, Scott and Kirsten knew the "good life." But God had a better one in store. They first had to be broken. They plumb new depths of their faith and in their knowledge of the Word in these days that some would consider dark, but that God infused with great joy. Throughout a total of 16 months of separation they wrote letters to each other that are filled with the stories that capture the depth of their love, family life, fear, questioning, and details of what God is doing in, around and through them. Many of the letters are laced with snaphots of jailhouse interactions in the maximum security unit where God still dwells. It is inspiring to see how the Holy Spirit moves throughout the whole situation when you see Scott’s letter next to Kirsten’s as the days go by. Prayers are being prayed and answered and it is all recorded in the daily wrap-up. It is a God story. It is a love story. And the letters are delivered daily. Make sure you subscribe to my RSS feed to receive daily updates of our story. To learn more about this blog and the background behind it, check out the About Section.

november 28th – inside/out

by Kirst on November 11, 2009

Hi Sweetheart,

Jonathan and I just finished our Bible Study and prayer, so I’m ready to write.  It was a really good time of prayer, but I’m a little worn out.

I wrote Philip back earlier today.  I felt bad because he had written me and I let a week go by before getting back to him.  It feels good to have written him though, he needs the positive words of encouragement.  And I’m anxious to hear how he is doing since his last letter.  I find myself talking about him to some of the other guys, even those who didn’t know him.  His presence is still felt here.

I’m excited that I got to talk to you at our regular time tonight.  It sounded like you had a pretty good day.  And it sounds like tomorrow at MOPS should be fun too.  They’re a good group and I am glad that you get to be a part of them.  I’m also thankful for the love and support they have shown us.  God is surrounding us with His people giving us His support.

Wow!  Great news about Stef and James.  My heart is dancing with excitement for them.  This is going to be so much fun for them, and for us.  You are going to be a great resource for her, I know you are looking forward to going  through this with her.  I hope she can slow her work schedule down enough to enjoy the pregnancy.  I’ll start praying about it right now because we know how dedicated she is.  Yea!!!  James is going to be such a loving dad and Stef such a neat mom.  I am so happy for them.  I’m tempted to rewrite the Mastercard commerical…late night craving for Chinese food $18, Eddie Bauer edition carseat $89, sharing a pregnancy with good friends…priceless.

What do you think?

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