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“With the demon gone, the angels turned to watch the scene of redemption in front of them, always eager to see another soul forgiven and welcomed into the courts of the King. Eli laughed as joy flooded him. The prayer of salvation, the rejoicing as lost children were welcomed home, brought sweet delight. Sim joined him, his brown eyes filling with tears. As the strain of the battle faded, they put up their swords for the moment. They joined in a prayer of thanksgiving and raised their hands to worship the Creator,”
― Vicki V. Lucas, No Earthly Storm: Alpha Mission

“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.”
― Sarah Young, Jesus Calling, with Scripture References: Enjoying Peace in His Presence (A 365-Day Devotional)

“God’s people don’t always act like God’s people should.”
― Anne Graham Lotz, Wounded by God's People: Discovering How God’s Love Heals Our Hearts

“True marriage requires you to love your spouse even when you don’t feel loved and respected.”
― Marita Kinney, Marriage and Divorce Marriage Help: How to Save Your Marriage and Stop Divorce