"I had tried to help the bluebottle, but it wouldn't let me. And then I felt sorry for God because I understood how it must be frustrating for him. He offers people a helping hand, but it often gets pushed away. People always want to help themselves first."
~ The Book of Tomorrow (by Cecelia Ahern) isn't Christian Fiction and the main character is a bit of a potty mouth, but this observation is so spot on. Click here to read the passage in full.
Very thoughtful quote. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend, Juju! :)
Isn't it so very sad? I often try to look reflectively to see if my action are pushing Him away & They usually are ;(
ReplyDeleteSomething to work on, I guess
I LOVE Cecilia Ahern, but I didn't know about this book! THANK YOU for mentioning it, Juju! :-)
ReplyDeleteOooh! I'm wicked intrigued chick!
ReplyDeleteI have this one on my tbr list.
ReplyDeleteLove the cover of this one! That corner makes me want to peel it back even farther and see what's underneath:)
ReplyDeleteWow - Straight to the point and so true! Thanks for sharing; it definitely gives me a renewed appreciation for HIS stubborn love and patience for us. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is an awesome observation. I may have to read this book. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat quote and it's soooo true! I've heard good things about this book, so I'll keep my eye out for your review. Happy Friday :)
ReplyDeleteThis one sadly rings true. What a great quote. Yes, I would have thought this was CF and was shocked to read differently.
ReplyDeleteInteresting looking book and such a true and profound quote. Such an excellent observation of people and life.
ReplyDeleteI've heard a lot of good things about this book! The quote is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteYou are right. This is spot on. It made me stop and think.
ReplyDeleteMmmm... the characters didn't sound like they are people... more like animated objects...
ReplyDeleteCherry: Well in this particular case she's talking about a type of fly and God, so I can see how that may come across. :)
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I've had this book sitting on my shelf for forever, but just can't seem to get myself to read it. This quote, however, makes me want to pick it up soon.
ReplyDeleteYou're not kidding! That quote is perfect.
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very nice quote! i read one of her books and loved it, but i haven't wanted to read the others b/c they all seem SO sad!!
ReplyDeletelove the cover of this book. i want to read it too.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing quote! I haven’t tried this author yet, but I do have P.S I Love You on my kindle. The movie was just so heartbreaking I’m afraid to read the book :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE that quote! :)
ReplyDeleteA very insightful quote!
ReplyDeleteLove that quote! It's very insightful. You just reminded me that I need to read this book! I had it checked out from the library last year, and then didn't have time to read it before it was due back. I'll have to see if I can get it again.
ReplyDeleteGreat quote and ever so true!
ReplyDeleteOh Juju! You're reading THE BOOK OF TOMORROW! Loved it...I hope you are too. Can't wait to hear what you think. ^_^
ReplyDeleteGreat quote! Insightful and thought-provoking!
ReplyDeleteDead Trees: My pleasure :)
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Ah, this quote illuminates the truth. This must be a nice book!
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