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It's really good! Carmen is a really interesting person; her story is really emotional, and it really is something hard. She's in a state where she's asking, "Does God really exist?" I hope she comes to know God - after all the trouble she's gone through.

"You should never let another person try to change you. You should always be yourself." -- Billy, Page 312

“Faith.” Ben leaned forward, elbows on his desk.
“Discovering it and putting it to use are two of the most difficult aspects of a relationship with God. It’s like a roadblock. You’re going have to decide if you’re going to plow through it to keep going on your journey or if you’re going to let it force you to turn around and go back.” -- Ben Bradley, page 280

"Listen to me. No matter what other people tell you, you are a special person. You have a lot of great qualities, and my life wouldn't have been the same without you in it. Take that with you. Make it a part of who you are. You define who you are. Don't let other people do it for you." -- Carmen, Page 187

"Before I begin, let's put first things first and pray." He lifted his arms toward the ceiling and looked up. "Father, I come before You surrendered as Your servant. Please grant me the words to say to reveal Your heart to these precious people, and please open their hearts and minds to Your touch. Amen" -- Ben Bradley, page 70

Wow