Sincerely Yours. . .

Sincerely Yours ~ Arrangement by Gary Chapman

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As I sift through my memory box reflecting on the beautiful cards and notes I have received these past few months wishing me back to good health, I am always touched by the complimentary closing remarks such as  “Take care”, “Thinking of you”, “Blessings and hugs”, Best wishes”, “Much love always”, and “Sincerely yours” to name just a few. These encouraging words have brought much comfort to me as I have been so very blessed by the compassion of others who have supported me along my journey to recovery.  It is with a profound debt of gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to those who have encouraged me as well as prayed for me during these difficult months that I can truly say I am forever “Sincerely Yours”.

This reminds me of a beautiful song entitled, “Sincerely Yours” that I used to sing (lyrics below).  It is so easy to take these words for granted in our everyday comings and goings. However, when a life changing event occurs in one’s life you realize how blessed you are to have those who dearly love you in your life more than ever before.  More importantly, as a child of God, I have so very much to be thankful for.  For it is with the grace of God that I know:

•  I have nothing to fear, not even death. Although my life here on earth is finite, I know my soul will live on. Instead of fears, I have hope. Instead of worries, I have peace that passes all understanding beyond this life.  “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me.” (Psalm 23:4)
•  I am never alone.  God has not, nor ever will, abandon me. He is my heavenly Father, my confidant and my provider.  He has brought solace and comfort countless times throughout my life.  No matter my circumstance, He is always there. “Fear not; for I am with you. Be not afraid for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you.” (Isaiah 41:10)
•  I am loved.  I am not only cherished by my loved ones, but my heavenly Father. I am precious in His sight and regardless what happens in my life, He will always love me and I will not be separated from His love. “We are more than conquerors through Him that loved us. . .For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor any other creation will separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus, our Lord.” (Romans 8:37-39)
•  I have a purpose in life. My purpose in life in not fame or fortune, but to live a life for Christ, to honour and glorify  Him, as well as  love and encourage others. “And be kind one toward another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God, for Christ’s sake, has forgiven you.” (Ephesians 4:32); “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not unto your understanding, but in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)     

Lord, I take my pen to write to You a letter

Knowing even now You know what's on my mind.

But I think perhaps it might make me feel better

If I see myself here written in a line.

As I close I see a phrase I took for granted

And it leaps out as I see it written there

As the truth of it begins to become planted

These two words have now become my heartfelt prayer ~

Sincerely Yours, 

Lord I sign myself to You

Sincerely Yours,

With a Strong and honest wish

To be the best that I can be at what I am 

Without a thought for me

Lord teach me how to be ...

Sincerely Yours,

Without a proud or selfish line

Sincerely Yours,

From now until there is no time

Please make my life become a letter you can keep

And never throw away

I'll write until the day

That I become

Sincerely Yours,

Sincerely Yours,

Sincerely Yours,

Sincerely ~ Yours.

~ Music & Lyrics by Gary Chapman ~

“Lord, I thank you for what you have done 
and continue to do in my life, 

through the good and the bad, 

through the sorrow and the strife.

With this humble heart, I am “Sincerely Yours.” 

~ By Bonita ~