Kim Vogel Sawyer > Quotes

“The Bible that is falling apart usually belongs to someone who isn't.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Courting Miss Amsel

“Looks aren't everything. Looks fade, but character remains.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Hopeful Heart

“We can't really definde good, can we? Good for one person might be ruination for another. The problem with our human eyes is that we can only see the right now. But God? He sees around the corner, over the hill, and clean to the horizon. He knows what's comin', an' He knows what we need to be prepared for what's comin'. So sometimes those things we face that we don't understand - the things we think of as bad - are really for our good down the line.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Hopeful Heart

“What does my soul need, Papa?

What every soul needs. Right relationship with God. ... Seek Him and His righteousness, my darling daughter, instead of pursuing your own wants. He will fulfill you in ways no human relationship could. When you put Him first in your life, before beaus and jobs and motherhood, then all else can fall into place. And only then will you be at peace with yourself and with others.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Through the Deep Waters

“People who have lost much are always worried about losing more. So they guard their hearts. It is not that she does not feel the happiness; she only wishes to hide it so as not to be hurt should she lose something more.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“Books! How she loved books. The clean or musty smell, depending on the books age. The weightiness in her hands. The joy of discovery as the words printed on a piece of paper formed pictures in her mind. Was there anything more magical or satisfying than a book?”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer , The Librarian of Boone's Hollow

“The problem with our human eyes is that we can only see the right now. But God? He sees around the corner, over the hill, and clean to the horizon. He knows what’s comin’, an’ He knows what we need to be prepared for what’s comin’. So sometimes those things we face that we don’t understand—the things we think of as bad—are really for our good down the line.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Hopeful Heart

“They ain’t gonna be interested in no church service. I’m for certain-sure those poker-faced heathens don’t even have souls.” He looked Clay up and down. “’Pears to me you an’ yer woman’re folks o’ quality. Folks such as you shouldn’t waller low enough to spend time with the likes o’ them.” Clay had encountered this negative mindset toward natives many times before. Even though it irritated him, his father had taught him to overcome evil with good. “Mr. Burke, have you considered how much Jesus lowered Himself to leave Heaven and spend time with us on earth? Should we do any less than He did?”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Whisper of Peace

“I don't have the power to change anyone except myself, and even then I rely on God's strength.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer

“But don’t think for a moment I don’t know what you’re up to. And I won’t always be so easily manipulated.” “Ma-nip-u-lated.” Peter scowled. “I do not know what this means.” Her chin thrust out. “Oh, yes you do.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“How could anyone, even someone burdened with cares and woes, trudge along when something as wondrous as a library waited at the end of the pathway?”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, The Librarian of Boone's Hollow

“Why should you try to never have laughter again? Did you die? No, you are alive. So be alive! Laugh if you want to, cry if you must, let yourself feel.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“the God I love and serve hears all prayers. He answers all prayers. Sometimes it is yes. Sometimes it is wait awhile. Sometimes it is no. He knows best.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“There are no wasted steps in a God-directed journey.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Through the Deep Waters

“You stay up here for a while, cuddle ol’ Izzy-B—somethin’ soothin’ about runnin’ your hands over a purrin’ cat. An’ do some talkin’ with God.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Hopeful Heart

“It is not goodness that leads me to tithe, but gratitude.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Fields of Grace

“When God looks at sin, what He sees is the harm it brings. People want to define some sins as big and others as little, but the truth is, Bud, every sin is equally bad in God's eyes.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Room for Hope

“Speaking slang only makes a man sound ignorant. If you can't think of more appropriate words to express yourself, then open a dictionary and study.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Room for Hope

“I think, Lillian, that when we do not pause to admire God’s wonderful handiwork in putting this world together, we disappoint Him. Surely He must delight in our wonder when we delight in His creation.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Fields of Grace

“What for are you crying?” His gaze raised to meet Summer’s, the furrow between his eyes deepening. “What has happened?” He looked to the chair, where the grandmother held up her gnarled hands and shook her head, apparently attempting to offer assurance. “Nothing’s wrong, Pa. It’s onions.” Mr. Ollenburger seemed to wilt with relief. Summer felt a wave of sympathy for the real fear he had experienced. She swept away the tears with the backs of her wrists and held up a thick slice of onion. “Yes … see? You grow powerful onions in your garden, Mr. Ollenburger.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“Summer Steadman,” came his voice of distant thunder, so tender Summer’s heart ached with the beauty of the moment, “the God we serve has brought us together. He has opened my heart to loving you with a love that endures. You would do me much honor if you would agree to become my wife.” Warm tears ran down Summer’s cheeks. She could not find her voice, but she gave an eager nod and allowed her smile to speak for her.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“You can't depend on Amos Ackerman. He's just a man. But God is God. He loves bigger and forgives better and gives more abundantly than nay man every could.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Through the Deep Waters

“The Lawd gives an’ the Lawd takes away, an’ we just praise Him for knowin’ what’s best.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Promise for Spring

“Guten nacht. Schlop die gesunt.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“I think this will please you.” The smile in his eyes made Summer’s heart lurch. “What is it?” “Open and see.” She peeled back the layers of rag. “My teacup!” He touched the delicate rim of the cup with one rough finger. “Surprised I was to find it all in one piece. The saucer was broken in two, but not even a chip does the cup have.” He pushed his hands into his pockets. “I save the pieces from the plate, and I will glue them for you.” Tears filled her eyes. There were so many things this man had put back together for her. She looked up at him and found him watching her with a secretive smile on his lips, visible behind the bushiness of his beard.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“We mustn’t say anything that might pull him away from God’s plan for his life. Guilt has a way of tugging one off course.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Where the Heart Leads

“The arm at her waist tightened. “You are happy, my Summer?” She smiled into Peter’s dear face and reached up to stroke his beard once. “I am more than happy. My joy overflows.” Peter leaned down until his face was mere inches from hers. “Ich liebe dich, Summer Steadman.” She needed no translation. “And I love you.” She raised onto tiptoes, closing the distance needed for their lips to meet in a kiss moist with happy tears.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Waiting for Summer's Return

“Sometimes I marvel at the extras God provides. He meets our needs, yes, but so much more. He did not have to make the world a bright, colorful place of beauty. He could have simply provided the things our bodies require to survive. But He also chose to feed our souls. He designed flowers, singing birds, and even little furry barking creatures that pop out of holes and make us laugh. And He created a sky that begins and ends each day with a show of color.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Fields of Grace

“Miss Grant, I don't know where you got the idea that men don't have deep feelings, but that's wrong. Oh, we might be better at hiding them. But we get sad and scared and doubtful, the same as anybody else. I can tell you I cried lots of sowing tears when my uncle died after I came to Spiveyville.~Mack Cleveland”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, Beneath a Prairie Moon

“Well, this I can guarantee you: God doesn’t always do things the way we think they oughtta be done.” Tressa’s head shot up, her gaze colliding with Aunt Hattie’s. A soft smile warmed the older woman’s face. “He always does ’em better. An’ when we follow His lead, we discover what’s best for us. God doesn’t want you to hope only for second best—He wants you to find His very best.”
― Kim Vogel Sawyer, A Hopeful Heart