Dear Beloved,

Wherever you are, know I Am there. I see your pain. I see your questions. I asked the same long ago.

You see, when I was a boy, I barely escaped with my life. My parents learned my life was in danger and fled. But all the other boys my age and younger were slaughtered.

I didn't understand what had happened until I was older. Then, I didn't understand why God let it happen. Why was I the only one to escape? Why was it me that escaped and not another?

Finally I found the answer. God had a plan for me. He has a plan for me. He wasn't finished with me.

Now I want you to know, you survived for a reason. God is not finished with you yet. He has a marvelous plan for you. I know it is hard. There will still be darker times. But remember, I am always with you, I will never forsake you.

Do not despair, Beloved. Brighter days will come. We may not immediately know God's purpose, but in time He will reveal it to us.

So, please, hang in there and seek his peace.

Love forever and always,

Your Big Brother,

Jesus Christ


Author's note: This was a random thought inspired by a snippet in season 1 episode 6 of The Chosen. It is only a minute or two, but as Jesus was traveling with some of His disciples, the Slaughter of the Innocents of Bethlehem was mentioned. A brief shadow in the otherwise bright afternoon.

But I realized it could be possible that Jesus experienced survivor's guilt. I honestly don't know likely or unlikely it could be. Yet I thought, "What a comfort that could be to those who are lone survivors."

God has spared me this trail, so I fear this letter will be lacking. But I wanted to at least try. I can only hope and pray that this can help someone.

I would like to hear if you think I did well, or if there are some tips to make this letter better.