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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november 13th – outside/in
by Kirst on October 23, 2009
Hallmark Impromtu card sentiment:
Someday, when we have been together for a very long time, we’ll turn out the lights and slow-dance on the porch in our bathrobes. I’ll write you love notes in large print and tape them to the fridge. You’ll finish my stories and I’ll borrow your glasses. We’ll wonder where the time went. And each night we’ll roll to the middle of our old bed, into one another’s arms, where we’ll kiss and touch and dream the secret dreams that only old lovers know.
Hi. Do you remember this card? You gave it to me once and I have always loved it. Did you notice the red house? Come home soon so we can live side by side again.
Are you feeling better? I am hoping we can stay healthy.
I am having a hard time writing tonight. I’m so tired and tomorrow’s another early morning.
Do you know how much I love you? A lot. I need you in my life. Keep hanging in–keep allowing yourself to be used. Your response to this situation is such a testimony. I love you.
Yours, Kirst
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I gave that same card to Rick years ago! I loved it. Thanks for sharing Kirst…I know I have said that before, but I truly mean it. When I began reading the letters, I must confess, I was reading simply out of devotion to you my dear friend, but now…I feel I need them. They always speak to me. Often times, a reminder of things now lost…a reminder to bring them back. I love you Kirst! I can’t wait to see you this week! Praying for health for your family!
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