When we hold our thoughts up against God's standards of what is true and what is real, we can recognize and, with His help, learn to release many of our negative emotions, damaging thoughts, and destructive attitudes.

The Pacific Northwest, and particularly Whidbey Island, is extremely suited to be a location in a novel.

When we promote the well-being of others God has placed in our lives our service glorifies God.

Perseverance is not a passive submission to circumstances-it is a strong and active response to the difficult events of life.

It is the job of the novelist to touch the reader.

Apathy is a spiritual numbness that creeps in and corrupts the good that God intends for our life and the good that He wants us to accomplish for Him and His kingdom.

As we come to know God better, we will also find it easier to know, follow, and accept His will for our life.