A Love Letter from God to His Far Away Child

My beloved child,

I am writing this letter because the knocks on the door of your heart have gone unanswered.

I miss our time together and I long to hold you in my arms once again. I know you have your reasons for leaving me behind, but as I tried to tell you so many times, I was not the cause of the things that happened to you. You live in a fallen world, and many have chosen the way of sin which leads to a life that will have its struggles. No matter, I am here for you and if you had stuck by me, things would not have gotten out of control.

Nevertheless, I understand and I am l here, waiting with open arms. In fact, I would run to you if I saw you coming back.

I still love you and no matter how far you've gone, I am willing and able to bring you back. It only takes a simple call. No matter how quiet your whisper, I can hear you - actually, you do not even need to speak, I can read your thoughts.

I am jealous for you - you have turned to false gods; customs, people and things that promise healing but in reality are causing you more harm, eternal harm. I can see it; I know the beginning from the end. Please come back, I will not condemn you or say, "I told you so".

I love you with an everlasting love. My heart rejoices when I think of you. I have such great plans for you, I bid you come - seek me with your whole heart, I promise to meet with you and reveal the great plans I have for you. My heart breaks because you are missing out on the best. What more do I need to do to prove my love? I died so that you may have an abundant life. Don't merely "survive", come home.

The Lord put this on my heart a few days ago; I have not been able to shake the thought. I believe the Lord is calling you back, You hear him and you may have even shed a tear. Please do not tune Him out. I dedicate this song to God; I share it with you, it is my life's anthem.

When God ran

Almighty God, the Great I Am,

Immovable rock, omnipotent, powerful,

The only time I ever saw Him run,

Was when He ran to me, took me in His arms,

 Held my head to His chest-

Said, "My son's come home again"

He lifted my face, wiped those tears from my eyes,

With forgiveness in His voice, He said,

Son, do you know I still love you?

He caught me by surprise, when God ran.

The day I left home, I know I'd broken His heart,

And I wondered if things could ever be the same,

Then one night I remembered His love for me,

And down that dusty road ahead I could see, It was the

Only time, the only time I ever saw Him run….

I saw Him run to me…. And then I ran to Him.

Benny Hester/John Parent 1986 Word Music, Inc/ASCAP

  I'm praying for you – Jeremiah 29:11-14

 © Teresa Ortiz 

» left by Susan Thom

3 years 353 days ago.
175 fans.

hi teresa, a lot of painful thought came together beautifully in a well written piece. very well done. different, off the beaten path. good job. best regards, sue

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» left by 3 years 353 days ago.

Hi Sue, thank you. It was a difficult thing to write as I was remembering my life before Christ. I didn't know how it would be received, but then again, it wasn't for me to be concerned about. I just needed to be obedient to write what the Lord put in my heart. I believe there was/is someone who needed this encouragement. I did my part, now I will trust the Lord to do His, and those who need this will read and receive. I really appreciate your comments. I believe this article is the best I will ever write. Even if it never makes it to the front page or is not one of my most popular. Blessings to you my friend. Teresa

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» left by Kathy Somers Walsh

from Canada 3 years 353 days ago.

Teresa you certainly know what to write at the right time for me...Thanks

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» left by 3 years 353 days ago.

Hi Kathy, all praise and glory to God. I am so glad you are encouraged. Stand tough, girlie :-) Praying always, and thank you for being an encouragement to me too! Blessings, Teresa

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» left by Cathy Cranfield

from Clearwater, FL 3 years 351 days ago.

I truly enjoy all of your articles. Some really touch my heart and this was one of them. This one reminded me of the song: Come Home Running! His arms are open wide, His name is Jesus and He understands. We are so blessed to have a God who loves us so very much. Your ministry always touches me in some way. Keep up the awesome work. May God shower you and yours with riches beyond measure.

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» left by 3 years 351 days ago.

Thank you, Cathy. I appreciate your encouraging words and all your prayers. I don't think I have ever heard that song, but I love it! God is faithful even when we are not. For that I am forever grateful. God Bless you and your family.

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» left by Claudia

from Romania 3 years 29 days ago.

Wow Teresa...the "Letter from Jesus" unexpectedly brought tears to my eyes. I love Jesus and I'm the happiest person that He loves me too :)

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» left by Teresa Ortiz 3 years 29 days ago.
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Hi Claudia from Romania,  Thanks so much for reading--I praise God for your faith.  Join me in praying for those who have not yet surrendered to the amazing love of God.

 

Blessings to you!  Teresa

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