Quote Me S1: E7 Allan Wright; "Don't expect faith to clear things up for you. It is trust, not certainty.”

If you don’t yet have a book (or two, or three) by Allan Wright on your shelf, we encourage you to change that, pronto! Allan is a husband, father, author, theologian, speaker, and principal of Koinonia Academy in Plainfield, New Jersey.

In researching his book, 25 Life-Changing Questions from the Gospels: Letting Jesus Lead You through the Stages of Spiritual Growth, Allan came across this quote, from Flannery O’Connor:

“Don't expect faith to clear things up for you. It is trust, not certainty.”

These words ignite a conversation on discernment and finding peace in your life, as well as practical tips to ensuring you’re going in the direction the Lord wills for you.

Other highly recommended titles by Allan include Daily Companion for Married Couples and Daily Companion for Peace of Heart.

Find more about Allan at www.allanwright.org and follow his Facebook page, Author Allan F. Wright.

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Until next time, God bless you!

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