Maybe it's only those who've made such chaos of their lives who can understand the heights and depths of God's mercy.

The Lord will provide.

The battle would not take place in the mountains, valleys, or plains of Israel. It would take place in the wilderness of the human heart.

I gave up what I can't keep for something I can never lose.

And if it (life) were easier, would i have given my heart so fully to God? Put your hope in Him, and you won't be disappointed by what life offers

Julia looked back at Hadassah on the bloodstained sand. A great emptiness opened within her as she looked at the still form. Gone, too, was the salt that had kept her from completely corruption.

I want you to love me. I want you to trust me enough to let me love you, and I want you to stay here with me so we can build a life together. That's what I want