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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september 20th – inside/out
by Kirst on August 22, 2009
Good morning Sweetgirl,
I hope you were able to get more sleep last night. I worry about you and your health. It was good to hear that Kayti was feeling better though. A prolonged sickness really takes its toll on a parent. Especially if you are having to do everything yourself!
I’m sorry I was unable to call you back last night. I wanted to talk to you a little more about what we were discussing. I don’t like the feeling that I have let loved ones down. I’m not proud of that fact. And it kills me that we are even having to go through all this. I pray that the Holy Spirit will lead me about how to communicate with people about this.
Before I forget, please let Clint and Kindi know that I am celebrating with them. I am a little uncertain about calling them, I remember how the first week/month is. But I know Clint is anxious to talk again. Let me know if they communicate what would be a good time to call them. I can’t wait to see pictures!
I loe you and will call you tonight (mail pickup is almost here).
Love always, Scott
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