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“Go home and say to yourself, ‘I am a wayward, foolish child. But He loves me! I have disobeyed and grieved Him ten thousand times. But He loves me! I have lost faith in some of my dearest friends and am very desolate. But He loves me! I do not love Him, I am even angry with Him! But He loves me!”

Quote by Elizabeth Prentiss

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Stepping Heavenward, and Aunt Jane's hero

This book delves into the personal journeys of its characters, focusing on the development of faith and the complexities of familial relationships. more

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Elizabeth Prentiss
Elizabeth Prentiss

Elizabeth Prentiss was an American author born on October 26, 1818, and died on August 13, 1878. Known for her works on religious and moral education, she has left a lasting impact on readers. more

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