Once there was a very brilliant, creative and educated man. He gained much36while traveling throughout the world.37, he lost his legs and left arm in a tragic accident, leaving only a finger and thumb on his right hand. He became so depressed(沮丧的）that he was afraid he would spend his life38and would no longer be able to use his life in a(n)39way.
One day, he remembered how he had always loved getting40. He realized that he still had partial41of his right hand and could write with42. Then, he had an idea. “Why not write to other people who need encouragement?”
He43where he could find those who could be encouraged if they read his letters. He thought of people in44. Many of them had hope of regaining their45. Others would keep feeling depressed and remain put away for the rest of their lives. He decided that he must try to46them. So he wrote to a prison ministry about sending letters to the prisoners. The prison minister replied that writing to the prisoners would be47. However, it would be against prison rules for the prisoners to write back.
48with the intention, the man began sending 49messages of God’s love, hope, strength, and encouragement. He wrote twice a week, testing his strength and ability to the limit. He poured his heart and soul50his words,51his experience, sense of humor, optimism, and faith.
It was difficult to write those letters, especially without hope of any52. Frequently, he felt discouraged, wondering if anyone53read his letters. However, this was his54chance，so he determined to continue.
At last, he received a letter from the prison officer, which said, “Please write on the best paper you can afford. Your letters are passed from cell (牢房) to cell until they almost fall to55!”
We all have unique experiences, abilities and talents. We can discover ways to reach others in need of encouragement and strength.
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