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A Letter of Hope

A Letter of Hope is a heartwarming story of faith, friendship, and the transformative power of compassion.

In the inspirational fiction novel A Letter of Hope, fourteen-year-old Kim discovers her capacity for compassion when she sponsors Sarita, an impoverished child in Brazil. Through their exchange of letters, Kim learns of Sarita's daily struggles and is motivated by her Christian faith to fundraise within her community to support Sarita. With the love and backing of her family,

Kim can provide Sarita with nourishment, medical care, and educational resources, transforming her life from one of destitution to hope. When Kim finally travels to Brazil to meet Sarita in person, their emotional reunion is a testament to the power of compassion. Through her bond with Sarita, Kim gains a renewed sense of purpose and understanding of life's blessings, inspiring her to continue uplifting others as she has been uplifted.

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CHAPTER 1:

A Call to Action

The sun hung low in the sky as Kim walked down the gravel road towards home. She reflected on her day at school, and the lessons she had learned, but her mind kept returning to the question that had been haunting her for months: What more could she do to help others? She had always been a devout Christian girl, attending church every Sunday with her parents and volunteering in various community programs.

But lately, she felt a need to expand her efforts beyond the familiar boundaries of her small town. As she passed fields of swaying wheat, Kim prayed for guidance. She poured her heart out, asking Him to show her how she could make a difference in the world and be of service to those in need.

Remembering Matthew 25:40 as she prayed, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” That verse resonated deeply with Kim and fueled her desire to help those who were suffering. In her prayer, Kim also asked for courage and strength to face the challenges that might come along the way.

She prayed for wisdom to discern the best way to extend a hand of love and support to someone who was in need. Above all, she prayed for God’s guidance to lead her on the path where she could bring hope and light into someone’s life.

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In A Letter of Hope by Philip Delizio, Kim is a girl who feels called by God to do more. Not knowing where to start, she gets advice from her father, who refers her to Pastor Michael. The pastor is a compassionate individual. The pastor tells Kim of a program where one can sponsor a poor child to meet their basic needs.

After getting more information, Kim is ready to sponsor Sarita from Brazil. After brainstorming with the pastor, various ideas are discussed on how to raise funds for this girl, who has given Kim hope despite facing so many challenges. The first fundraiser was a success, and subsequent ones followed, not just to help Sarita but also her family and eventually something that could help the entire community. Will Kim ever meet Sarita?

A Letter of Hope by Philip Delizio is wonderfully written and will get you thinking about the power of taking the initiative. Kim takes a step and does something great for someone in need. This thought-provoking work also got me thinking about the importance of living in a community with kind people who are ready to help each other.

The characters were well-developed, and Philip ensured various themes covered issues and messages that would resonate with many audiences. The seamless flow of the plot leaves no room for confusion and makes the book effective in passing on the intended message. The reader will also appreciate the excellent narration, which adds to the overall beauty of this work. I am looking forward to reading something else by this author.

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"Most 'inspirational' books throw around big words about hope and faith… but A Letter of Hope actually shows it, through Kim and Sarita’s letters, you’ve bottled compassion into a story teens (and adults) need right now. Honestly, it feels less like fiction and more like a blueprint for kindness." - Regan Walker

"I want to start by saying how deeply moved I was by A Letter of Hope. You’ve created not just a novel, but a message of compassion, faith, and the transformative power of kindness. Kim and Sarita’s journey is the kind of story that reminds us all of the simple but extraordinary truth: when we give love, we multiply hope. It’s heartfelt, inspiring, and exactly the kind of book that lingers in readers’ hearts long after the final page." - Amanda Stevens

"I was bracing for the usual “inspirational story” where the faith angle gets heavy-handed or the characters feel like sermon notes with shoes. But instead? You pulled off a genuinely heartfelt novel about compassion and purpose, with a fourteen-year-old protagonist who feels real, flawed, and inspiring all at once. Didn’t expect to be impressed, but here I am, eating humble pie while rethinking the last time I actually wrote someone a meaningful letter." - Kimberly Callis

A Letter of Hope is a moving and beautifully crafted story that reminds readers of the incredible power of compassion and faith in action. Through Kim’s journey, from feeling called by God to making a tangible difference in Sarita’s life, you’ve created a story that radiates warmth, purpose, and divine inspiration. Grace Campbell