As the Summer months draw to a close, and we move toward the Fall season, I wanted to take a moment to write this letter to each and every family in the church.
It is exciting to be part of what God is doing here at First Christian Church, and I am certainly looking forward to even greater things in the months and years ahead.
As the world prepares to enjoy the birth of our savior joyously, we cannot help realize this is your first Christmas after the untimely death of your wife. We all know this is a very difficult time for you. We pray diligently to the Lord who sustained you in the past year to help you during this time of reflection. We know how you and your wife used to enjoy this wonderful time of the year with numerous festive celebrations and charity acts.
I wanted to take a few moments to send you this note of encouragement during this very difficult trial you are going through in your life.
Rest assured, people are praying for you as you walk this path which often feels like a very lonely road. The problem with going through things like this is often the feeling of isolation and that we are the only ones who have gone through something this difficult.
I trust you are doing well in the Lord, and are experiencing His blessings in a powerful way!
I wanted to take a moment to send you this letter as an encouragement to continue to trust God even in this time of difficulty in your relationship with ______________.
I know you are going through a situation in your life right now that is requiring you trust in the Lord to work on your behalf. I want to assure you that God has your best in mind, yet obedience is such an important aspect of anything we do for the Lord, and the way we live on a day to day basis.