King James Edition
Philippians 1:3 “I thank God in all my remembrance of you.”
Before I thank everyone else, I want to praise God. Without Him I am nothing. He has shown me immeasurable grace and mercy. I cannot understand why He would choose to save me. By His wounds I am healed (Isaiah 53:5).
Mom and Dad, Thank you so much for everything that you have sacrificed for me over the years. I know that it hasn’t always been easy. I am blessed to have parents like you who have invested so much in my life. I know that you care about me and love me, and I will miss you both when I go off to Colorado.
Mary Ham, I know that we can rub each other the wrong way sometimes, but I love you. I also want you to know that I appreciate you so much. Thank you for who you have been in my life. I’m going to miss you so much when I go off to Colorado. Continue to grow into the woman of God that I can see you becoming.
Mr. Biddison, you have been an amazing example for me. I have learned so much from you, both in the classroom and outside of it. God has really used you in my life to teach me invaluable truths about Him. I am going to miss you quite a bit when I go to Colorado. Thank you for everything.
Coach Forester, you have been the best track coach I could have asked for. You love our Lord and you put Him above all else. Your desire to serve students is evident, and your joy is contagious. Thank you so much for teaching me diligence and perseverance through track. I will keep you in my prayers.
Christian Berry, during the short time that I have gotten to know you, you have impacted me greatly. You have been a great example for me when I see your pursuit of God and holiness. It’s hard to believe that we are parting ways so soon. Thank you for being a friend and a man of God.
Peter Martin, I been good friends with you since sophomore year. I admire your forbearing spirit and humility. I’m going to miss you, and I look forward to seeing you at some random track meet. Thank you for serving as in example to me; always pursue our Lord.
Jon Martin, I have really enjoyed getting to know you these past four years. You have been a huge encouragement to me when I needed it and a great friend when I had few. You definitely have a servant’s heart, and you have been a great example for me. I’m looking forward to seeing what God has in store for you.
Emily Holt, God has great things in store for you. Never forget that. When I look at you I see someone who is really pursuing God; you genuinely want to know Him intimately. I’ve really enjoyed your friendship and getting to know you these past four years. I look forward to seeing what God does in your life these next four years.
Sam Groom, ever since I met you through cross country you have been a good friend. I have greatly enjoyed getting to know you and your family throughout our high school careers. If you ever need anything call me up. I’m praying for you as we go separate ways. Stay strong in the Lord.
Josh Clarke, I haven’t known you for very long, but you’ve really become a good friend of mine this past year. You need to make sure you get up to Colorado for some skiing. You’ll do great at ACU; always pursue God and keep Him as your focus.
In Christ,
James Ham