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“Just like there are dishes you can cook up in a jiffy and ones that take more time and care. I've prayed some pretty big prayers over the years that seemed to go unanswered. And if I wasn't careful, I could start to believe that God didn't love me because he didn't give me what I'd asked for. I had to learn that my faith shouldn't depend on whether or not God answers my prayers exactly the way I want Him to.”

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Book:Waiting for Christmas: A Story of Hope and the Best Gift of All
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Lynn Austin
Lynn Austin

Lynn Austin is an American historical fiction author born in 1949. Her works, characterized by their detailed portrayal of significant periods and figures in American history, have won the hearts of readers. Her novels have been recognized with numerous literary awards. more

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