“There is more to a soul than what others see”
―
Colleen Coble,
Fire Dancer
“There are always choices in life. People are going to pull you in all directions. Where you end up is a direct result of how wise your decisions are.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Sanctuary
“He released her with obvious reluctance and shoved open his door, then came around to open her door. His chivalry brought an even broader smile. "Bet this doesn't last long", she teased. He took her hand. "You keep waiting for me to open it, and I will keep coming around.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Homecoming
“When you love someone, you expect them to love you back the same way - with a singleness of heart.” ― Colleen Coble, Fire Dancer
“Integrity has rewards that are more valuable than how many days we spend on earth.” ― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn
“Being a Christian doesn't mean trouble never comes our way, Zach. It just means God is here, and He gives us the grace to get through the heartache.” ― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.’ When we’re delighting in him, our desires come in line with his, not his with what we want.” ― Colleen Coble, Into the Deep
“Struggle and pain aren’t something to fear. We will all face trials while here on earth. What matters is how we’re dealing with the challenges that come our way. Do we let them mold us into stronger, better people, or do we grouse and complain about our lot in life?” ― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace
“God was in the business of bringing blessings out of unexpected circumstances, but Lucy didn’t want this twist to her life. … but didn’t God ask the seemingly impossible at times?” ― Colleen Coble, Blue Moon Promise
“One thing I’ve learned from you and Bree is that every day is a gift. What we do with it is our choice.” ― Colleen Coble, The Rock Harbor Collection: Without a Trace, Beyond a Doubt, Into the Deep, Cry in the Night, and Silent Night
“We don't all have to be in the limelight to be reaching our potential,' Jack said, keeping his voice even. 'There's something to be said for raising a family and being part of my community.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Secrets
“Sometimes our biggest heartaches bring the most blessings.” ― Colleen Coble, Strands of Truth
“One unfortunate circumstance can change our lives for the worst, and all it takes is an act of kindness to turn it around the other way.” ― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace
“He felt a stab of satisfaction at the way her cheeks colored and her eyes darkened with trepidation. Her emotions showed readily on her face. She had translucent skin that colored easily, and it would be tempting to spend his time provoking a reaction out of her. She was a match for him in more ways than one.” ― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms
“For a moment, the color leeched from his face, then he blinked and smiled. Margaret, for a second I thought it was your mama standing there. He gave a gruff laugh. You look lovely, my dear. Her father's praise brought tears to her eyes. His approving words came far too infrequently. Was her appearance all that mattered to him-to anyone? It seemed to be the way of the world. No one cared about who she was on the inside. No one saw the heart longing to be loved and to love in return. She sometimes even doubted God's love for her.” ― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms
“None of us is fit to do anything. It’s only with the Lord’s help we get by.” ― Colleen Coble, Secretly Smitten
“I’ll try to find an herb that will help. I shall research it.” Her voice held determination. He smiled. “My little healer. You try to fix everyone. Can you fix my heart?” “Has someone harmed it?” “I fear it’s been irretrievably ensnared by you.” Her smile widened, and she placed her small gloved hand on his forearm. “That’s a perfect state for it. I shall endeavor to keep it that way.” “And what of the state of your own heart?” She sobered. “I fear it is as entangled as yours.” ― Colleen Coble, The Lightkeeper's Daughter
“Gratitude looks to the Past and love to the Present; fear, avarice, lust, and ambition look ahead.” ― Colleen Coble, Two Reasons to Run
“Normal life is not ever perfect. What kind of people would we be if God never allowed our faith to be tested? Adversity makes us stronger.” ― Colleen Coble, Edge of Dusk
“There are always choices in life. People are going to pull you in all directions. Where you end up is a direct result of how wise your decisions are.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Sanctuary
“He released her with obvious reluctance and shoved open his door, then came around to open her door. His chivalry brought an even broader smile. "Bet this doesn't last long", she teased. He took her hand. "You keep waiting for me to open it, and I will keep coming around.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Homecoming
“When you love someone, you expect them to love you back the same way - with a singleness of heart.” ― Colleen Coble, Fire Dancer
“Integrity has rewards that are more valuable than how many days we spend on earth.” ― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn
“Being a Christian doesn't mean trouble never comes our way, Zach. It just means God is here, and He gives us the grace to get through the heartache.” ― Colleen Coble, Tidewater Inn
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.’ When we’re delighting in him, our desires come in line with his, not his with what we want.” ― Colleen Coble, Into the Deep
“Struggle and pain aren’t something to fear. We will all face trials while here on earth. What matters is how we’re dealing with the challenges that come our way. Do we let them mold us into stronger, better people, or do we grouse and complain about our lot in life?” ― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace
“God was in the business of bringing blessings out of unexpected circumstances, but Lucy didn’t want this twist to her life. … but didn’t God ask the seemingly impossible at times?” ― Colleen Coble, Blue Moon Promise
“One thing I’ve learned from you and Bree is that every day is a gift. What we do with it is our choice.” ― Colleen Coble, The Rock Harbor Collection: Without a Trace, Beyond a Doubt, Into the Deep, Cry in the Night, and Silent Night
“We don't all have to be in the limelight to be reaching our potential,' Jack said, keeping his voice even. 'There's something to be said for raising a family and being part of my community.” ― Colleen Coble, Lonestar Secrets
“Sometimes our biggest heartaches bring the most blessings.” ― Colleen Coble, Strands of Truth
“One unfortunate circumstance can change our lives for the worst, and all it takes is an act of kindness to turn it around the other way.” ― Colleen Coble, Butterfly Palace
“He felt a stab of satisfaction at the way her cheeks colored and her eyes darkened with trepidation. Her emotions showed readily on her face. She had translucent skin that colored easily, and it would be tempting to spend his time provoking a reaction out of her. She was a match for him in more ways than one.” ― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms
“For a moment, the color leeched from his face, then he blinked and smiled. Margaret, for a second I thought it was your mama standing there. He gave a gruff laugh. You look lovely, my dear. Her father's praise brought tears to her eyes. His approving words came far too infrequently. Was her appearance all that mattered to him-to anyone? It seemed to be the way of the world. No one cared about who she was on the inside. No one saw the heart longing to be loved and to love in return. She sometimes even doubted God's love for her.” ― Colleen Coble, Safe in His Arms
“None of us is fit to do anything. It’s only with the Lord’s help we get by.” ― Colleen Coble, Secretly Smitten
“I’ll try to find an herb that will help. I shall research it.” Her voice held determination. He smiled. “My little healer. You try to fix everyone. Can you fix my heart?” “Has someone harmed it?” “I fear it’s been irretrievably ensnared by you.” Her smile widened, and she placed her small gloved hand on his forearm. “That’s a perfect state for it. I shall endeavor to keep it that way.” “And what of the state of your own heart?” She sobered. “I fear it is as entangled as yours.” ― Colleen Coble, The Lightkeeper's Daughter
“Gratitude looks to the Past and love to the Present; fear, avarice, lust, and ambition look ahead.” ― Colleen Coble, Two Reasons to Run
“Normal life is not ever perfect. What kind of people would we be if God never allowed our faith to be tested? Adversity makes us stronger.” ― Colleen Coble, Edge of Dusk
