Colleen Coble > Quotes

“There is more to a soul than what others see”
― Colleen Coble, Fire Dancer

“There are always choices in life. People are going to pull you in all directions. Where you end up is a direct result of how wise your decisions are.”
― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Sanctuary

“He released her with obvious reluctance and shoved open his door, then came around to open her door. His chivalry brought an even broader smile. "Bet this doesn't last long", she teased. He took her hand. "You keep waiting for me to open it, and I will keep coming around.”
― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Homecoming

“When you love someone, you expect them to love you back the same way - with a singleness of heart.”
― Colleen Coble, Fire Dancer

“Being a Christian doesn't mean trouble never comes our way, Zach. It just means God is here, and He gives us the grace to get through the heartache.”
― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn

“Integrity has rewards that are more valuable than how many days we spend on earth.”
― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn

“God was in the business of bringing blessings out of unexpected circumstances, but Lucy didn’t want this twist to her life. … but didn’t God ask the seemingly impossible at times?”
― Colleen Coble, Blue Moon Promise

“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.’ When we’re delighting in him, our desires come in line with his, not his with what we want.”
― Colleen Coble, Into the Deep

“Struggle and pain aren’t something to fear. We will all face trials while here on earth. What matters is how we’re dealing with the challenges that come our way. Do we let them mold us into stronger, better people, or do we grouse and complain about our lot in life?”
― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace

“One thing I’ve learned from you and Bree is that every day is a gift. What we do with it is our choice.”
― Colleen Coble, The Rock Harbor Collection: Without a Trace, Beyond a Doubt, Into the Deep, Cry in the Night, and Silent Night

“We don't all have to be in the limelight to be reaching our potential,' Jack said, keeping his voice even. 'There's something to be said for raising a family and being part of my community.”
― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Secrets

“For a moment, the color leeched from his face, then he blinked and smiled. Margaret, for a second I thought it was your mama standing there. He gave a gruff laugh. You look lovely, my dear.
Her father's praise brought tears to her eyes. His approving words came far too infrequently. Was her appearance all that mattered to him-to anyone? It seemed to be the way of the world. No one cared about who she was on the inside. No one saw the heart longing to be loved and to love in return. She sometimes even doubted God's love for her.”
― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms

“He felt a stab of satisfaction at the way her cheeks colored and her eyes darkened with trepidation. Her emotions showed readily on her face. She had translucent skin that colored easily, and it would be tempting to spend his time provoking a reaction out of her. She was a match for him in more ways than one.”
― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms

“I’ll try to find an herb that will help. I shall research it.” Her voice held determination. He smiled. “My little healer. You try to fix everyone. Can you fix my heart?” “Has someone harmed it?” “I fear it’s been irretrievably ensnared by you.” Her smile widened, and she placed her small gloved hand on his forearm. “That’s a perfect state for it. I shall endeavor to keep it that way.” “And what of the state of your own heart?” She sobered. “I fear it is as entangled as yours.”
― Colleen Coble, The Lightkeeper's Daughter

“Sometimes our biggest heartaches bring the most blessings.”
― Colleen Coble, Strands of Truth

“One unfortunate circumstance can change our lives for the worst, and all it takes is an act of kindness to turn it around the other way.”
― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace

“None of us is fit to do anything. It’s only with the Lord’s help we get by.”
― Colleen Coble, Secretly Smitten

“God loves us for who we are. We can´t work our way to his love.
That doesn´t work here on this wold either.
You either love someone for who they are, or you can forget it. Love that is earned is no love at all.
It won´t last.”
― Colleen Coble, Blue Moon Promise

“Daniel studied her face. Have you ever thanked God for giving you the advantages he has? Advantages?
All those things I've already mentioned. Your tall and strong, loyal and brave, kind and loving. You stand out in a crowd and your a leader. He wouldn't trust those qualities with just anyone. He must love you a great deal.”
― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms

“Men were as plentiful as salmon, but a best friend was a freshwater pearl.”
― Colleen Coble, Without a Trace

“She touched his cheek. “I wondered what love felt like,” she said. “Now I know.” He crushed her to his chest again. There was no pretense with her. He kissed her again, not caring to hold back the depth of his love. His breathing was ragged when he raised his head. “Oh Addie, Addie, what did I do before you came into my life?” Tears shone on her lashes. “I don’t think I lived before tonight.” “We must be married. Quite soon, darling girl. I can’t wait for long.” “I’d marry you tonight,” she said. “Right now.” He traced the curve of her cheek with his finger. “I’ll ask your father for your hand tonight.” A shadow darkened the joy in her eyes. “What about Lord Carrington?” “What about him?” “Father seems quite set on a match with him.” She wet her lips. “I’ve been thinking about what you said. That God might be disciplining him. You might be right.”
― Colleen Coble, The Lightkeeper's Daughter

“Women are indoctrinated from infancy about beauty. We feel we must be Superwoman and have it all: beauty, brains, a good work ethic, great with children, a good cook. The list is long, isn’t it? I think it’s particularly hard for women to accept the unconditional love God offers. We are so used to being held to such a high standard—and failing—that we feel we can never measure up. What a blessing when we realize that we don’t have to. God loves us, warts and all. We are safe in his arms. Safe to tell him our dreams, our fears, our failings. Safe to relax in his unconditional love.”
― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms

“It’s not the tragedy that can ruin you—it’s your own attitude toward it. You can let adversity make or break you, Jason. It’s up to you.”
― Colleen Coble, The House at Saltwater Point

“Justice this side of heaven is a myth. It’s not our job anyway. Real justice belongs to God.”
― Colleen Coble, The View from Rainshadow Bay

“There is never any certainty of the unseen. We hope. That's what we do as Christians, and that's what I do with unicorns. Maybe like C. S. Lewis's jewel, that glimpse of a unicorn I sometimes see is a glimpse of Jesus.”
― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Secrets

“He stared at her for a long moment. I would feel terrible if something ever happened to you. You are becoming important to me.”
― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms

“The past has a way of rising up and stepping into view when we least expect it.”
― Colleen Coble, The View from Rainshadow Bay

“Look at the view from here. If we were down on the shore, we wouldn’t be able to see how the two boats maneuver to avoid each other. We can see the lighthouse and the Dungeness Spit. From up here, we can see lots of things we couldn’t if we were in the middle of the waves.” She got where he was going. “Now that it’s all over, we can see how God took care of us through this. He”
― Colleen Coble, The View from Rainshadow Bay

“The butterfly needs the hardship to make it strong enough to fly. The struggle pumps fluid to its wings and gives it the strength to survive. If I were to help it by cutting away the chrysalis, it would die. So all we can do is stand back and observe its own efforts to free itself.”
― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace

“God had been good to them all today. But He was good every day just, sometimes she noticed.”
― Colleen Coble, Into the Deep