A Voice in the Wind (Mark of the Lion #1)

by Francine Rivers

Her father had said suffering brought endurance in order that one might be strengthened for whatever lay ahead.

We only know he will come. It’s not for us to know when.”

“You don’t fight him. Resist evil and be strong in the Lord, Hadassah, and in the strength of God’s might. He’s given you armor for the battle. Truth, his righteousness, the gospel of peace. Faith is your shield, the Word your sword. Pray with perseverance in the Spirit of the Lord. Then stand firm, that the Lord might go out before you.”