"Mama's love had always been the kind that acted itself out with soup pot and sewing basket. But now that these things were taken away, the love seemed as whole as before. She sat in her chair at the window and loved us. She loved the people she saw in the street-- and beyond: her love took in the city, the land of Holland, the world. And so I learned that love is larger than the walls which shut it in."Corrie ten Boom lovingly described her Mother, who had suffered a stroke. Corrie had no idea at that time, that war and concentration camp, and the death of several family members, lay just ahead. After many years of sharing her testimony of faith in Jesus Christ around the world, Corrie would also suffer a stroke. But years after her death, the love of God lives on through her writings.
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so very true, and it was good she had no idea what the future would hold, we sure do not need to know our future before it happens
Corrie ten Boom is one of my favorite heroes! I just love her and her faith and endurance. She was such a godly woman who loved and inspired so many. Her books are treasures. Your cover photo is just gorgeous!
What a sweet and precious post, my friend. I was greatly touched by what you shared today. Hugs and blessings!
Love can live for years longer than life itself.
A very nice post Karen, thank you.
All the best Jan
She suffered through so much and still held onto her faith.
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