My dear Rapha,

It’s Saturday morning and I’m listening to all my favorite artists right now. I’m currently listening to Tasha Cobbs’ new album Royalty. You definitely need to listen to that but let’s get to why I’m writing this right now.

I was listening to the fourth song on the album. Title is Never Gave Up by the way.

So, as I listened to the song I was deeply aware of how much God loves me and I was also reminded of why I call you Rapha. I’ve never told you why so today I’m going to tell you.

You see I’ve been hurt before by my own choices and also people’s choices. And somewhere last year, I was so broken all I needed was God’s healing.

I’m sure you know that one of God’s many names is Jehovah Rapha meaning the Lord that heals. I asked Him so many times to heal my heart and my image of self and He’s done that.

For many years, I couldn’t grasp the meaning of God’s love and love in general. I have come to understand it as acceptance and being understood. For someone who’s tasted rejection and has been constantly misunderstood, that revelation led to my rebirth.

So, I asked God to give me a man that can love me and care for me just like He does. And that’s why I call you Rapha. Because when you come, you’ll be just like what God intended a husband to be.

I’m not settling for anything less than the love of God. I’ve tasted love, the real kind and I can’t go back to the watered down version. Every day I can’t wait to meet you because I know you will be exactly what I need.

I love you so much babe and I’m patiently waiting for the day you make an appearance. Have a great weekend!

Love you R.

Lots of love,

B