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\u201cThe biggest blessing we received was all the cards and prayers that poured in from CHM members.\u201d\u2014Wahid Wahba<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMembers from all across the country began to pray for Mallory\u2019s healing and sent her encouraging cards and letters.\u201d\u2014Cassie Millburn<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe most astonishing part of my health crisis was the outpouring of prayer support in the form of cards, letters and emails from CHM members across the country. Each week our mailbox was filled with fervent, written prayers from the amazing Body of Christ.\u201d\u2014Alice Rouse<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each of these CHM members have received cards from fellow members like you, who took time out of their day to spread the love of Christ and encourage them when they were feeling overwhelmed. These cards turned bad days into good ones, gave hope when they were feeling down, and became treasures long after their medical events had passed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But how do you write letters of encouragement or cards like this? What should you include? What should you leave out? We\u2019ve provided some ideas you can use to make sure that your letter or card is truly encouraging, along with suggestions for what not<\/em> to include.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do include Scripture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The psalmist wrote, \u201cThe Lord is close to the brokenhearted; and saves those who are crushed in spirit” [Psalm 34:18<\/a>, NIV]. Who is better, then, to encourage fellow members struggling through a medical incident? Including Scripture\u2014the very Word of God\u2014brings His unwavering comfort and encouragement right into the recipient\u2019s hands. The Bible provides a multitude of uplifting thoughts to share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do include prayer <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most encouraging declarations a believer can hear is: \u201cI\u2019m praying for you.\u201d Take this encouragement one step further and write out your prayer so your recipient can see the words you prayed over them and hold onto your prayer as they go through their medical event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do include stories of God\u2019s power<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As Phylicia Masonheimer so aptly said, \u201cGod\u2019s kindness and past provision are a template for His future actions.\u201d By sharing your encouraging stories or the ways you have seen the Lord working in your own life, you are giving this same encouragement to your fellow members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do be Spirit-led and heartfelt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A letter of encouragement doesn\u2019t have to be lengthy, perfectly penned, or eloquently expressed\u2014on par with Jane Austen, William Shakespeare, or the psalmist\u2014to be impactful. Instead, listen to the Holy Spirit as He leads you and write from your heart! What makes these letters and cards so encouraging is that you took the time to write and let the recipients know you\u2019re thinking of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t include advertising or promotional offers, health remedies, political materials, or information promoting various religious denominations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to remember that the purpose of writing a letter is to encourage people as they go through a difficult situation. Sending such items as these does not accomplish this goal. Even though they may be sent with good intentions, these communication pieces typically benefit the sender more than the receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you send something, ask yourself, Would I find this encouraging when I\u2019m facing a stressful event?<\/em> If the answer is no, don\u2019t send it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Letters of encouragement and cards are a huge blessing to your fellow members. Indeed, they often are treasured for years after the event has taken place. Thank you for supporting your brothers and sisters in Christ through your comforting and uplifting words. Happy encouraging!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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