Almost every letter that Reformed Fellowship receives from inmates tells us that they really appreciate receiving The Outlook and that they read the issues and pass them on to others. Out of that Reformed Fellowship sometimes make other contacts.

One inmate receiving The Outlook simply states, “I want to thank you for writing to me and sending me The Outlook magazine. I read every issue.” Following is a letter to Reformed Fellowship from an inmate. Bracketed material is Reformed Fellowship editing for the sake of privacy.

I’ve been speaking with [another inmate that Reformed Fellowship is corresponding with in the same facility] and he has been sharing TULIP with me, trying to increase my understanding of the reformer’s belief. During our studies today he quoted from a book called But for the Grace of God by Cornelis P. Venema. There is another book I would like to have which I believe is called Jesus and the Feast.

I would like to have these two books if possible, and do you have a suggested reading plan that would help me in my studies? I meant by reading material or scriptural studies. I believe that I’ve somewhat got the total depravity down. I’m still struggling with can a person lose their salvation. I do believe that those that are truly called by God will not lose their salvation; however, I struggle with certain verses that deal with people walking away or denying Jesus.

I need to take a stance and I’m sure of that but it hasn’t been totally revealed in my spirit that I can explain it. This is my issue. I’m still searching for biblical truth. Pray with me that God reveals it to me. Thank you for your time!

A reply was sent offering advice and Reformed biblical support. Reformed Fellowship receives requests like this for books, and books are sent out of a donations fund from Reformed Fellowship supporters.

Another inmate states, “Can you believe that we have been corresponding since July 2015?”

Myron Rau is past president of the Reformed Fellowship board.