Not My Will and The Light in My Window (63 page)

“You’re all I want, Stan.”

“You didn’t say you loved me, though.”

“You know it. You said so.”

“You still haven’t said it.”

“Must I?”

“Please.”

She drew back and looked straight into his eyes. Her own eyes were shining. The shadows had lifted. The joy and love and trust inside shone out and lit the windows that would never be dark again.

“With all my heart, forever and always, Stan, I love you!”

FRANCENA H. ARNOLD was a schoolteacher, talented storyteller, mother of four children, and author of ten novels. Her first novel,
Not My Will
, was originally written “just for the eyes of the family” and has since sold more than 500,000 copies.

In the following pages, you’ll be able to read about other books by Francena offered from Moody Publishers.

Kathy is sent to the country for her junior year of high school while her parents are in England. Though she quickly adapts to her new surroundings, Kathy is sorely disappointed in the rude, sulky boy who also lives at her cousins’ house. In this story of companionship, family, and trust, a mystery is solved.

Joyce Matthews raised her beloved younger brother, Gene, after the death of both their parents. Much to Joyce’s dismay, however, a year in military service behind the iron curtain seems to have completely changed his personality. This haunting drama includes Joyce’s cry for help and God’s faithful answer.

JoAnne, an orphan, is dependent upon her close friend Nona, but when Nona leaves, her insecurities and fears lead her to shift dependence to her friend Dave. In this story of encouragement and hope, even through difficult circumstances, JoAnne begins to understand Christ’s words, “Lo, I am with you always.”

A love-at-first-sight meeting between Mary Jo and Jack leads to a rash, young marriage. Reality soon hits the excited newlyweds. Yet from their despair and despondency come the desire and ability to learn how to follow God’s path instead of their own.

Andy, a doctor, plans to go to Africa to help his father in medical missionary work. He is crushed when the nurse he loves, Kay, breaks off their engagement. Conflict, desire, decision, and love all pervade Andy’s—and Kay’s—search for God’s leading. Will God resolve their individual and collective pursuits?