Snail Mail Challenge

Did you know that April is known as the month of letter writing? When was the last time you sent a letter in the mail? Sure, sending an email or text is much quicker. But wouldn't you agree that snail mail is much more personable?

I would like to challenge you to see how many handwritten letters you can send out this month. Perhaps, you can make it your goal to send one a day. You don't have to spend a lot of money on cards from the store. All you need is paper and a few good pens. Set the clock for a certain amount of time and go on with writing.

I have been apart of various letter writing groups and activities the last couple of months. There is something about getting a letter in the mail from someone who has spent time thinking of you or passing along encouragement. It's a smile that is needed to brighten your day.

Here are some tips for creating a good letter:

• Come up with a theme for the letter. It could be a word that you focus on or a Bible verse that will bring encouragement. 
• Play mail tag. Tag the other person with questions that you'd like to know about them and ask them to tag you back with new questions with their response. 
• Be humble. Share about life experiences and what you are going through. Letter writing can be very therapeutic. 
• Before writing, pray for that person. Ask God to fill you with the words they need to hear. 
• Let them know you are praying for them. 
• Include God into it as much as you can. Just like the saying goes, "You may be the only Bible they ever read." So share your testimony and what God has done in your life. Share the gospel if they don't already know it. 

Let's bring snail mail back! It's much more personal than the current technology. It shows that you care and took the time to send someone something to brighten their day.  Challenge yourself to spread joy by bringing back the gift of handwriting and words.