"God, I want to say I love You and actually mean it."

That was the phrase I spoke that led me to the deepest and most rewarding relationship of my life. I was lying on the floor of my closet, broke, broken, and feeling as though my life would never get better. It felt like things just kept going from bad to worse and if it didn't get better, I was going to opt out of it all. In that moment, I heard the voice of a woman I loved and trusted. I had a brief memory of her praying in church. She always mentioned how much she loved God. As if the light bulb was turned on in my heart, I stopped crying about what was wrong and began to long to love God. I told Him, I wanted to love Him deeply. I wanted to have a relationship with Him that would eclipse everything else around me.

The year was 2003, and from that day to the release of this book, God has honored that simple request. Loving God has opened my eyes to a life I always dreamed of but had no clue how to achieve. As much as I've tried to lavish God with my love, His love for me has far surpassed my expressions and expectations. As you read this collection of love letters, prayers, musings, and journal entries, I pray that you deepen your relationship with the One who has always loved you more.