Shannon

“There is no virtue in advertising one’s sadness. But there is no wisdom in denying it either.”
― Allen Levi, Theo of Golden

“the inescapable recognition that life would and must go on, even if altogether new and subject to a grief that would be present with every step.”
― Allen Levi, Theo of Golden

“The world experiences peace circumstantially, but the Christian’s peace is not anchored in happenstance or circumstance but in the character of our heavenly Father.”
― Jonny Ardavanis, Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God

“God’s response to Job’s profound despair is indicative of the way He responds to all His anxious, fearful, and despairing creatures in the Bible. His reply is not based on circumstances, nor does He explain His providential plan to those who ask for answers. He routinely responds in one way: He proclaims His own character. God doesn’t say, “Let Me tell you why this is happening.” He says, “Let Me tell you who I am.” The strongest remedy, the surest balm, and the most comforting pillow God provides for the despairing and anxious is the revelation of His own nature.”
― Jonny Ardavanis, Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God