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This is the first letter I sent out on August 22, 2007
Dear Friends and Family,
I’m writing this letter today to share a miracle with you. When I first started writing this letter in my head, I
was contemplating to whom I should share this with. At first I thought to direct it to my family and to those
that might be going through the same thing. Then I had a strong desire to share it with as many people as I
could.
Throughout adolescence and adulthood I have heard from my mom “If you want something, ask God and he
will give you the answer.” This is what I heard when I asked, can I go skiing, can I go play paintball, can I
join the wrestling team, can I go to Vegas or party with my friends. I always left my mom’s side thinking
how is God going to tell me if I could go or not. Is he going to write a message on my mirror or slip a note in
my pocket? I usually just blew it off by doing whatever I wanted to do.
Over the years I realized that she was right. God does speak to us. Sometimes when I’m in a hurry to start
my day at work I storm, out of the house eager for the workday to end. At times I’ll find myself forgetting
something. My mind says forget it, I’ll get it later, but something inside tells me to go back and get it.
Usually when I listen to that voice I’ll notice a major accident on the freeway and realize, hey that could have
been me.
A long time ago I accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior. I walked up to the alter when the
pastor asked for those who wanted to accept the Holy Spirit into their heart. I felt excited and pumped to go
out and share this with everyone I knew. I wanted to go up to my friends and say “Did you accept Jesus
Christ as your personal Lord and Savior? You should, you’ll feel great!” Instead, I kept it to myself because
I was afraid that I would be called a “Bible Thumper.” So instead of sharing God’s message, I would go back
to my sinful ways (sports betting, excessive drinking, and avoiding church), especially during football season,
which is around the corner.
Last week I attended a men’s ministry. I again accepted the Holy Spirit into my life. This time I came home
and started downloading the sermons from their church (Christian City Church of Carmel Valley, www.
cccsandiego.com). Since that day I’ve listened to 2-3 sermons daily; one when I wake up, one when I drive to
and from work, and one during work. I’ve always believed in God, but for the first time I am starting to
understand what the Bible is about. I’ve attempted previously to read the Bible, but usually dosed off when
Abraham started to Begat so and so. So as for those who are familiar with the Bible, I never really got that far.
I’ve always been afraid to give my all to Jesus Christ but today I’m no longer afraid. The Holy Spirit has
entered into my heart and is telling me to share it with everyone. Yesterday God was telling me to get rid of
my sinful items (porn). I normally would have a hard time with that but yesterday I destroyed all of them.
At first I thought why not give it to one of my friends? Then I realized it would be like a drug addict who
decided to quit snorting coke and just gave his stash to his buddy. At first those reading this might say “God’
s not talking to you!” Later in the day on my way home from work I turned on one of the sermons I
downloaded and it was about ridding yourself of sinful things.
At the gym the other day I was in the basketball court and said “God if you’re really there trying to talk to
me then allow me to make this shot from the 3 point line. Sure enough swish! Now for all those that no
about my athletic skills, that’s a miracle!
God works in mysterious ways. I used to be shy about sharing my views of God, but what I’ve learned is
“It’s not about me.” It’s all about God and bringing as many people to accept Christ into their lives. I hope
you take this letter to heart and help me in my walk with God.
God Bless You All
Featured Song: You are my king amazing love by Phillps, Craig & Dean
Dear Friends and Family,
I’m writing this letter today to share a miracle with you. When I first started writing this letter in my head, I
was contemplating to whom I should share this with. At first I thought to direct it to my family and to those
that might be going through the same thing. Then I had a strong desire to share it with as many people as I
could.
Throughout adolescence and adulthood I have heard from my mom “If you want something, ask God and he
will give you the answer.” This is what I heard when I asked, can I go skiing, can I go play paintball, can I
join the wrestling team, can I go to Vegas or party with my friends. I always left my mom’s side thinking
how is God going to tell me if I could go or not. Is he going to write a message on my mirror or slip a note in
my pocket? I usually just blew it off by doing whatever I wanted to do.
Over the years I realized that she was right. God does speak to us. Sometimes when I’m in a hurry to start
my day at work I storm, out of the house eager for the workday to end. At times I’ll find myself forgetting
something. My mind says forget it, I’ll get it later, but something inside tells me to go back and get it.
Usually when I listen to that voice I’ll notice a major accident on the freeway and realize, hey that could have
been me.
A long time ago I accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior. I walked up to the alter when the
pastor asked for those who wanted to accept the Holy Spirit into their heart. I felt excited and pumped to go
out and share this with everyone I knew. I wanted to go up to my friends and say “Did you accept Jesus
Christ as your personal Lord and Savior? You should, you’ll feel great!” Instead, I kept it to myself because
I was afraid that I would be called a “Bible Thumper.” So instead of sharing God’s message, I would go back
to my sinful ways (sports betting, excessive drinking, and avoiding church), especially during football season,
which is around the corner.
Last week I attended a men’s ministry. I again accepted the Holy Spirit into my life. This time I came home
and started downloading the sermons from their church (Christian City Church of Carmel Valley, www.
cccsandiego.com). Since that day I’ve listened to 2-3 sermons daily; one when I wake up, one when I drive to
and from work, and one during work. I’ve always believed in God, but for the first time I am starting to
understand what the Bible is about. I’ve attempted previously to read the Bible, but usually dosed off when
Abraham started to Begat so and so. So as for those who are familiar with the Bible, I never really got that far.
I’ve always been afraid to give my all to Jesus Christ but today I’m no longer afraid. The Holy Spirit has
entered into my heart and is telling me to share it with everyone. Yesterday God was telling me to get rid of
my sinful items (porn). I normally would have a hard time with that but yesterday I destroyed all of them.
At first I thought why not give it to one of my friends? Then I realized it would be like a drug addict who
decided to quit snorting coke and just gave his stash to his buddy. At first those reading this might say “God’
s not talking to you!” Later in the day on my way home from work I turned on one of the sermons I
downloaded and it was about ridding yourself of sinful things.
At the gym the other day I was in the basketball court and said “God if you’re really there trying to talk to
me then allow me to make this shot from the 3 point line. Sure enough swish! Now for all those that no
about my athletic skills, that’s a miracle!
God works in mysterious ways. I used to be shy about sharing my views of God, but what I’ve learned is
“It’s not about me.” It’s all about God and bringing as many people to accept Christ into their lives. I hope
you take this letter to heart and help me in my walk with God.
God Bless You All
Featured Song: You are my king amazing love by Phillps, Craig & Dean