The Promise Quotes

“That’s how God’s grace works. It goes before us, comes in behind us, and holds our hand along the way. If a child has that kind of support from a parent, he can become anything God wants him to be.”
― Dan Walsh, The Promise

“For the first time, I began to understand the deep need all children have to receive encouragement and blessing from their parents and the powerful effect it can have on them when they get it. It’s something we all crave and long for as children but so few of us ever receive.”
― Dan Walsh, The Promise

“My pastor said in a sermon once that changing things on the outside can’t fix problems in our hearts. That’s like a dog running down the hall trying to get away from its fleas. He doesn’t realize the fleas go wherever he goes.”
― Dan Walsh, The Promise

“Well, see, you’ve taken care of the most important things,” his father said. “Nobody fixes things like God. Once we humble ourselves and start looking to him for direction, and we’re willing to do whatever he tells us, he can start turning everything around again, working it all to our good and to his glory. I know all about this now, Tom. Firsthand. You’d be amazed at what God can do, even in a matter of months. That’s why I’m here this afternoon. You know that, right? Not to judge but to help you. Maybe share a few of the things I’ve learned. Some of it from last summer, when I almost lost your mom. Some of it I just learned yesterday from your uncle Henry.” “He mentioned he had something kind of big to talk to you about.” “Well, he did. And it was big. I’d like to share it with you if you’re okay with that.” “I’m all ears,” Tom said.”
― Dan Walsh, The Promise