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I Will Praise You In This Storm: The Story of Stephen and Holly Deaube, a Journey of Faith by Danny Deaube.

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I'm on page 16 of 136 of I Will Praise You in the: Thanks so much Danny for letting me read this book. I can't wait to read this and give a honest review ((: Oh, starting this out with, "God's Pen," was just beautiful!! Such a lovely start! — 9 minutes ago — update status

Chapter 2. Oh wow, I just feel so much here!! And now, Danny, I know why you recommended the book, "The Fall of Freddie the Leaf!!!' How touching!

 On page 47 of 136 of I Will Praise You in the Storm: Loving this so!! :D "The neighbors must have thought that I had lost my mind; it was not the first time I misplaced it, nor will it be the last, and, to be perfectly honest, I really didn’t care." Haha, I've known that feeling xP So sweet <3

Mary Kate wrote: " On page 47 of 136 of I Will Praise You in the Storm: Loving this so!! :D "The neighbors must have thought that I had lost my mind; it was not the first time I misplaced it, nor will it be the last..."

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That's my favorite line so far xD Haha. Its a big deal that I am reading so much, see, in my schedule it takes a really good book to keep me from putting it down. This is really interesting!!

Mary Kate wrote: "That's my favorite line so far xD Haha. Its a big deal that I am reading so much, see, in my schedule it takes a really good book to keep me from putting it down. This is really interesting!!"

MK, before you begin again, grab a box of Kleenex. ;)

Oh xO I knew that was coming close ): *grabs tissues* Got it! (;

Mary Kate wrote: "Oh xO I knew that was coming close ): *grabs tissues* Got it! (;"

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Page 60: "Under extreme duress, I was coerced into promising her a pony—yes a real one, I didn’t know where I was going to put it, but I would worry about that later."

Aw!! What duress these little guys went through xO My heart just aches reading this! But saying that, I must add how strong they were <3

Page 76: I was now a member of an exclusive club that no one wishes to belong to, an equal opportunity club, where any race, creed, or religion qualifi es. No one joins willingly, and we are lifetime members. It is not a clandestine club, but one that often flies under the radar."

Wow, I am here crying, yet this has to be the weirdest time ever. Not as though crying for a sad ending; I'm crying with a peace!! That's amazing! God's hand is clearly upon this <3

Mary Kate wrote: "Page 60: "Under extreme duress, I was coerced into promising her a pony—yes a real one, I didn’t know where I was going to put it, but I would worry about that later."

Aw!! What duress these littl..."

I would have given Holly a herd of ponies had she asked... :)

Awww! I could sure see why <3

Finished: Wow, Danny, its as if have been able to know Stephen. He seems like such a wonderful person! Through his, and your families, story lives can be changed, faith can be strengthened, and hope blossoms! I have been so touched by this, and I do not lie when I say this is on my list of favorite books, perhaps in the top 5. Bless you

Review will be up soon ((:

Mary Kate wrote: "Finished: Wow, Danny, its as if have been able to know Stephen. He seems like such a wonderful person! Through his, and your families, story lives can be changed, faith can be strengthened, and hop..."

Thank you for your kind words. :) You have just made this old man's heart swell... ;) <3 *Stephen & Holly smiles*

P.S. Is my book rated above... https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7... ? ;)

Awwwwww! That's great ;D xD

It is!!!! ((((: Haha, top notch!! Review should be done sometime today (;

Please, if you would be so kind :)

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If I had to pick a theme for this book it'd be, "God is always there!" Or perhaps, "Hope, to Live!"
When I opened up this book, (pressed a button on my phone realistically.) I was preparing for tears, sadness, worry and wonder, yet the exact opposite is what I was met with within this book.
Sure, the situations this family went through were hard and saddening, yet in each part with such content I found myself not saddened, but praising the Lord! Each event, each terrible tragedy, was met with hope, the Lord's promises, and love! My eyes were filled with tears, and yet I was in awe of the power of the Almighty God through these written words!!

The story was detailed, narrative, and so inspiring. The telling of the events was top notch; making me feel as though I was in the same room, mourning with the family!

The people in this book are nothing short of mesmerizing. Wow, Stephen and Holly were such beautiful people, and it's as if I got to know them, even if just a little! What a blessing! Their lives were as a glory, and because they gave them up, God will use their stories to change lives, and to show the Lord's unending love!!

The rest of the family showed such strength and love, rarely seen!! No doubt this family has been blessed!

My mind was enthralled by this story and it made me ponder the questions life gives us, like, 'Why does bad things happen,' 'Where do you turn when bad things happen,' or, 'What is life?' Such a fulfilling and thought provoking story that built upon my faith and reminded me God will always be there!

Now to the negatives and positives (:

Negatives (Dah, dah, dahhhhhh xP):
*I did notice many spelling and grammar errors, but not so many as to keep my mind from the story.
*The Scriptures used in the book were from different Bible versions which threw me off a bit. Although, you are talking to one who is KJV only ;P
*And lastly, it is a very short book that left me craving more. Asking how the family is now, and how they mourned after Stephen's death. However, me wanting more story may be more of a positive on the writing than on negativity xP

Especially Positives (Has to be especially cause I already talked about some positives ;))
*This is a beautiful, moving story with such strength and honor shown!
*Such keen story telling!
*The writing here was not merely writing, but heartfelt emotions and questions!
*Above all, the greatest positive I can state is, God's power and leading is pasted upon this story!

I would recommend this book to everyone- Christians and non-Christians alike!!!!! Reading this book will strengthen a Christian's relationship with the Lord, build upon your faith, and help you understand even the simple questions we don't understand!
This book will also help those people who do not understand Christianity and how the life works!

This book is not only for the ones dealing with immediate tragedy, but also for the ones who have never seen it face to face

Honestly, this is on my list of favorite books! The peace, leading, hope, and strength written here cannot be compared with the literature written in the last few decades!!

Tags:
*I may read this again... perhaps, NOW!
*Is there an infinite star choice?
*Handclaps and Confetti
*Must. Share. Book.
*Please, let me write like that!
*Favorite list!!!!
*I don't like books that make me cry... except this one ;)

I loved this book and one key point of advice I give you today: Read this book! Haha (;

And always remember God is always there!! :D

1Thessalonians 4: 13-14

13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.

14 For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.

Jesus loves you!!

~MK

I was able to share the review on West Bow but I have not got an Amazon of my own but I plan to get on my Brother's tomorrow and share it there ((:

Mary Kate wrote: "If I had to pick a theme for this book it'd be, "God is always there!" Or perhaps, "Hope, to Live!"
When I opened up this book, (pressed a button on my phone realistically.) I was preparing for te..."

Thank you MK for your honest review :))))
P.S. All scriptures were in NIV. :)

Very welcome, Danny ((: Thank you for letting me read it :D It was such a blessing! Ohhh, gotcha! Haha. That's probably why I didn't recognize them.

Mary Kate wrote: "I was able to share the review on West Bow but I have not got an Amazon of my own but I plan to get on my Brother's tomorrow and share it there ((:"

Didn't get to your brothers? ;)

I haven't ); I just asked him again yesterday but he hasn't found his password ): He always loses everything xP Lol. Don't worry, I'll find it ;)

Mary Kate wrote: "I haven't ); I just asked him again yesterday but he hasn't found his password ): He always loses everything xP Lol. Don't worry, I'll find it ;)"

Yeah, I know the feeling ;)

Haha ((;