My friend

My friend, first I want to say how terribly sorry I am that you have had to endure everything that has happened to you. It breaks my heart seeing you sad knowing that there is nothing I can do to make the hurt go away.

I see the amazing person you are and I wonder why you were put through all those heartbreaks. I bet you wonder sometimes too. I wish more than anything that I could give you the answers you’re looking for, but I can’t. What I can do, is write.

I know you hate to be pitied so, I’m not going to do that here. Instead, I wanted to write down a few things that I hope you’ll never forget, as someone who has been through one too many heartbreaks;

Christ in you the hope of glory. He is elevated in you and am here to remind you this and affirm how wonderful you are. You have repeatedly gone through heartbreaks, devastation and yet, you light up the room when you walk in. You never fail to brighten someone’s day. That wouldn’t be possible if the Hope of Christ wasn’t in You. I will forever cherish your ability to make us laugh and sense of humor to ensure that everyone is okay, and that doesn’t go unnoticed. You are such a rare soul, never forget. Col 1: 27

God is with you, wherever you go and no matter what life brings to you. Am hoping you know that you’ll never be alone. Christ is with you and so l am, a huge part of you broke when you went through all that. Every day is a harsh reminder of what you lost, and every day, you surprise me by always being able to find the good in the day, which is a hard quality to pick up after going through such devastation. I’ll be the first to say that I love when you’re happy, but when the tears seep past your grip, know that I will always be there to help you in any way that I can my friend. Joshua 1:9b

You are a strong person. Get it first hand from me, you are not labelled weak. I will never, ever see you as weak if you break down or can’t do something because of its familiarity. Cry with me if you have to. Wake me up in the middle of the night if you need someone. Tears may last for a night but you’ll never be seen as weak in my eyes for doing that. I know that everything you’ve been through has been unimaginable, and I hope you are never ashamed of it because it has made you into one of the best souls I know. Joel 3: 10.

Its stated that God is always in the details, and l too chose to go Gods way, am hoping you know that I’ll always pay attention. I pay attention to everything, no matter how big or small it may be. That’s not just because you’ve gone through a lot, but because you’re my best friend. I listen for the things that make you upset or the things that make you happy. If it’s something I can fix or something I can do, I try to make sure that whatever’s needed is there.

You are loved so much and you will always be and by this am referring to your family. Everything starts with family. It’s been said many times before, but no two families are alike. Your relatives may be loud and crazy, small and introspective, totally conventional, or completely unorthodox, but your family is yours. And, no matter what, your family makes up a huge part of who you are. I hope you know that nothing is more important than them. They will forever be your calm in the storm. I see the effect it has on you when they aren’t close by. Please know that nothing here can fill the void of missing them. I know how happy your family makes you, and how loved you feel when you’re with them. So if you need them, go see them.

l leave you with the peace of God to fill you up every day. A peace born of a constant awareness of Gods presence is with you my friend. James 2:16

I love you and I am thankful for you every single day. I hope you’ll never forget these things. What you’ve gone through is so heavy, but never let it destroy you. I will forever be by your side through the good and the bad, never question that.

Also, one more thing to add. I put it last because it’s the utmost important one. Wake up each day looking at Jesus the Author and finisher of your faith, believe in him, each day comes with new opportunities, lean not on your own understanding but always trust him.