A Refuge at Highland Hall Quotes

“You have a choice to make, Alex. You can either let your losses destroy you, or you can take hold of courage and, with God's help, forge a new furture... It's up to you.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“Somehow, we must give him hope and a vision for improving his character," she continued. "He must see the value in it and believe it's a real possibility for him to change and be successful.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“Alex reached out and rested his hand on the boy's shoulder. "You've got your own mission in life, a path God has laid out for you. And it iwll take courage and character to travel that path and live your life well." He tightened his hold on Andrew's shoulder. "Learning from your mistakes and trying again is an important part of that journey.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“Remember, God specializes in taking something bad and turning it around for good. You watch, you wait, you'll see.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“Everyone else in the family was married, but she was single and alone, unchosen and unloved.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“But you're the one who always says we are the hands and feet of God on earth, and when there is a need, we should try to meet it. How can we expect Alex to adjust and heal unless someone comes alongside and encourage him?"

Julia inclined her head. "It's true, meeting needs is important, and sometimes God wants us to step up and do our part. Other times He asks us to wait and trust Him. But there's never a need to worry. He's not limited by our small efforts or by the lack of them. All the power and resources in heaven and on earth are at His commands.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall

“God understands our fears and concerns. And when we bring those to Him in prayer, He exchanges them for His peace, even in the most difficult and trying times.”
― Carrie Turansky, A Refuge at Highland Hall