“She quickly exited the room, hearing the echoes of the mastiff’s angered barks fade behind her down the hallway. As she walked, she breathed a quick benediction to the patron saint of sleuthing. “Nancy Drew,” she whispered, “be with me now.” At”
― Wildwood
― Wildwood
“Life is made of so many moments that mean nothing. Then one day, a single moment comes along to define every second that comes after. The moment Darin called out—that was such a moment. It was a test of courage, of strength. And I failed it.”
― An Ember in the Ashes
― An Ember in the Ashes
“Brené Brown says that the opposite of faith is not doubt. Faith and doubt need each other. The opposite of faith is certainty,” Bradley said. “When I heard that, I realized, no wonder I was such a screwed-up Fundamentalist. But when I let the doubt just be there, my faith grew.”
― Finding God in the Waves: How I Lost My Faith and Found It Again Through Science
― Finding God in the Waves: How I Lost My Faith and Found It Again Through Science
“If you’re a Christian who wonders what to do with someone who’s in doubt, consider these words carefully: Love and grace speak loudly. The first and best response to someone whose faith is unraveling is a hug. Apologetics aren’t helpful. Neither are Scripture references. The first thing a hurting person needs is to know they’re not alone. My path back to God was paved with grace by those who received my doubt in love.”
― Finding God in the Waves: How I Lost My Faith and Found It Again Through Science
― Finding God in the Waves: How I Lost My Faith and Found It Again Through Science
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