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
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october 24th – inside/out
by Kirst on September 25, 2009
Hi Sweetheart,
It’s about 4:30 and we just got back from outside rec. They let us out shortly after our visit. The sun felt so good. I find myself craving its warmth on my skin. I miss the San Diego weather where I knew at some point during the day I would feel the sun’s rays on my face. I guess I am just an outdoors person at heart, even more so now.
Have I told you today that I love you? That’s right, I did because I saw you today. You looked absolutely beautiful. Which, just so you know, doesn’t make it any easier being in here. I seriously wanted to hold you, kiss you, touch every inch of you. Uh oh, am I supposed to say that? Well, that’s what I was feeling. You become more beautiful every time I see you. And with each passing year I am amazed at how your beauty and radiance only increases. You are like a rare flower, who with each bloom, with each season of life, only becomes more stunning.
Thank you again for agreeing to share your life with me.
Related Letters
- october 10th – inside/out 2.0
- december 23rd/24th – inside/out
- the first letter – september 4th
- september 24th – inside/out
- november 30th – inside/out
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