By God's Grace Novels & Stories

She is charming with an amazing smile to charm any member into God's presence. Three months later, they both said, "I do" Sister Grace was graciously taken to the altar amidst the people of God who took out time to be present. The yoke of bondage, afflicting the pastor was broken. It took rededication of his life, a ceaseless flow of prayers, and purity of heart to get there. It was worth the trouble. They look radically radiant, with beautiful, intentional smiles for all. His sins have been washed away by the blood of the lamb. There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ, Jesus who walk after the spirit and not the flesh. The clergyman became free and free to the envy

I began, my voice flat, "I've never forgotten what you've done for me, your courage, your sacrifice, and the pain you went through to save me." "No amount of money or material things could ever repay you for that." My voice softened, "But that's all I can give you. I don't love you." "I can promise you safety, an easy life, but not the heart you want from me." Tears streamed down her face. "That's okay, Lucien. I can wait. I can try to make you love me. Time changes everything." She pulled the blanket back, revealing the jagged scars on her leg, a painful reminder of the night she saved me.

Much. Chris hugged me to him and stroked my hair. "Am I really that bad, Chris? Am I really such a bitch?" I sniffed. "You're not, G. You're amazing and smart and beautiful and strong and special and no one has the power to take that away from you." He said softly. "You are strong, Grace." I rested my head on his shoulder. * * * *

Alexis. "hmm" "Remember the song you made me listen to when I was about to end it." "aha ." " oceans ?" "I love that song." "so do I . It always reminded me of you... it still does ." "Hmm . God has never failed and he never will... For his Grace " I leaned back to look at her and she looked at me a lot more calmer "... His grace abides in deepest waters." " I know who you are and what you are not. "

After Alice and Opal left, Mary turned to Carissa with a smile and said, "Your Grace, your compassion will surely bring you future blessings." Carissa gave a modest smile in return. "I only seek peace of mind. It pales in comparison to your great benevolence." Mary shook her head. "With your current abilities, no one can deceive you, and you need not concern yourself with others. Even if you were to deal harshly with those who have wronged you, it would only bring you satisfaction and not criticism. And even if there were criticism, I believe you would not need to worry about it. Yet, you have chosen not to act in such a manner."

MARY "Hail Mary, full of grace. The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.” “Amen.” I heard a low voice grumble from behind me, I turned in surprise just to meet her old eyes and a small smile. She brought her hands out, as I politely took it and shook it carefully but there was something because as soon as she stroked my finger, I let out a gasp and I immediately pulled my hands away.

The red shirt underneath feels like a deliberate choice, the vibrant color bold against the dark suit, and it reminds me of the blood that will soon be spilled, that will stain my hands before the night is over. “Welcome Mr…” he begins, stretching his hand to me. An unwise decision, I think, as I glance at his extended hand- a gesture to show trust, to form a connection. It's a pity he’s just offered his hand to The Devil, to the very man who will soon be taking his last breath. “Levi” I answer, my voice is calm, controlled, as I grasped his hand in mine. The contact is brief, but it’s enough to have his face imprinted at the back of my mind.

Head held down, impelled into compliance. "Heavenly Father, thank you that you for being the source of all true joy in life. Your word says that everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is blessed by the word of God and prayer. Please help us to receive all the good gifts you give us with thanksgiving and gratitude in our hearts. You have loved us and have freed us from our sins by Jesus' blood. To you be glory and dominion forever and ever. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen."

Not a creation. Just Grace.

He was a man who walked into the house full of hungry wolves with his little sister hanging onto him for her survival, and he showed that no matter where he was, he was a lion, and Lion is the king of jungle, no matter where he is. “To be honest Anu, I am glad that I moved to America, I know that there are many shortcomings that I have, but still I am proud of myself. I made myself and I would never let anyone take that away from me. And who credit of the existence of my very being goes to me only.” A proud smile covers my face and I blink back the tears.