Winona

“Father said it is not God’s will that any should suffer.” “Then why must we?” “We bear the consequences for what we have done to ourselves, and for the sin that rules this world. Jesus forgave the thief, but he didn’t take him down off the cross.”
― Francine Rivers, Mark of the Lion Collection

“What do you want of God, Roman?” It was an imperious question from so small a boy, and was said with a curious blend of humility and demand. “I’ll know when I face him.” “Perhaps the answers you seek can’t be found in something you can see and touch.” Amused, Marcus smiled. “You have big thoughts for a small boy.” The boy grinned. “A shepherd has time to think.” “Then, my little philosopher, what would you advise?” The boy’s smile faded. “When you face God, remember he is God.” “I’ll remember what he’s done,” Marcus said coldly. “That, too,” the boy said almost gently.”
― Francine Rivers, Mark of the Lion Collection

“Aw, Rach, I know you’re hurting right now. I don’t mean to lecture, but you should try to find your joy in the Lord, not in circumstances.” Serena reached for Rachel’s hand. “Things will change in your life. People will come and go. If you get your joy from those things, it will never last. The only person who is unchanging in our lives is Christ. Get your joy from Him, and then no matter what else happens, even when it’s painful, the undercurrent of joy will still be there. Rachel”
― Kimberly Rae Jordan, Waiting for Rachel

“I knew when I asked her to marry me that the chances of her accepting were slim. I accepted that. Her choices, though, are hers alone. We can’t ever have all the information we need, or want, in life. God hasn’t given us that kind of control. In your world, you think you have it, but you don’t, anymore than we do in Wales.”
― Sarah Woodbury, Prince of Time