Elizabeth George Quotes & Sayings

Barbara wanted to go to tea at Dorchester as much as she wanted to give birth to octuplets. — Elizabeth George

A woman who walks with God honors Him in the way she manages her home. — Elizabeth George

I find it both fascinating and disconcerting when I discover yet another person who believes that writing can't be taught. Frankly, I don't understand this point of view. — Elizabeth George

For being able to use language was a critical skill that could carry one far. One could use it professionally, as a crafter of everything from political speeches to modern novels. One could use it personally, as a tool of discovery or a means of staying connected to others. One could use it as an outlet that would feed the artistic spirit of the creator, which existed in everyone. — Elizabeth George

Each day is precious when we consider what we can do to serve God and His Kingdom. — Elizabeth George

Becca took the opportunity to say good-bye to Derric by touching his hand. The heart monitor raced suddenly. She looked from it to Rhonda.
Rhonda's expression said what her voice did not. Who are you really and why is my son reacting to the touch of your hand? — Elizabeth George

I myself have suffered periodically from hearing voices at night when I'm trying to sleep. — Elizabeth George

The only wrong way to read the Bible is to not read it at all. — Elizabeth George

When we acknowledge God's supreme role in our life and set our mind on Him, He enables us to be women of hope. — Elizabeth George

What we are is what we were always meant to be, and that's writers. — Elizabeth George

Whatsoever things are true ... think on these things. — Elizabeth George

Leave your mark on the world by leaving behind a child who grows up to love and serve the Lord. — Elizabeth George

What you read between the covers of your Bible is wisdom for a lifetime, rock-solid, forever truth - truth you can stand on, live by, and trust ... forever. — Elizabeth George

There are no easy answers, there's only living through the questions. — Elizabeth George

God uses the flawed, the failures, and the imperfect to accomplish His perfect will. — Elizabeth George

Harmony is produced in ministry when everyone seeks to be a servant. — Elizabeth George

When and how the most painful of situations is going to be resolved and redeemed is no mystery to God. Knowing this truth about God's complete knowledge really does help me accept the unacceptable in my life. — Elizabeth George

At once, she dropped her gaze 2 the floor so she wouldn't have 2 meet the stares because she knew exactly how she looked, which was bad, very bad, extra bad from the top of her dyed head to the tip of her tennis-shoed toes. She had an enormous urge to look up and say to the class, I'm prettier than this. Really. — Elizabeth George

And that's the crucial element of life experience that so many of us avoid, you know. Trying something new, taking that single leap of faith into the utterly and absolutely unknown. Into the different. Those who take that leap are the ones who challenge whatever fate they might otherwise have. They fly in the face of societal expectations, determining for themselves who and what they will be and not allowing the bonds of birth, class, and bias to make that determination for them. — Elizabeth George

God desires that we develop spiritual muscle so we are strong enough to be His kind of wife. — Elizabeth George

God finds a way to weave even your mistakes into the fabric of a brighter future if you let Him. — Elizabeth George

He pulled to the side and saw, to his chagrin, that Mrs. Prince of the $2,100 bill at the Star Store was just leaving. She waved at him merrily and grinned and Seth waved back gamely. He wondered how Ralph had reacted to the news that his grandson had managed to screw up running the Star Store's cash register. He could easily imagine Mrs. Prince's words: Ralph, I hate to ask, but can that boy even count? — Elizabeth George

If we could simply live in the light of our bodies being temples of the Holy Spirit, our daily life would be transformed. — Elizabeth George

No question, no problem, no concern, is too big or too small for God to handle! — Elizabeth George

Jesus teaches us to give richly, serve sacrificially, and love unconditionally. — Elizabeth George

I really liked the idea of creating a journal myself. It's like the way I clear my throat. I write a page every day, maybe 500 words. It could be about something I'm specifically worried about in the new novel; it could be a question I want answered; it could be something that's going on in my personal life. I just use it as an exercise. — Elizabeth George

Time is redeemed when you make the most of your life by fulfilling God's purposes. — Elizabeth George

We must look to God for His grace and His power to perfect godly qualities in our lives. — Elizabeth George

God's supernatural self-control is available to us when we walk by the Spirit. — Elizabeth George

When we don't understand and don't agree with the way life has gone, we are to bow before God and once again confess that we can't understand His wisdom. In faith, we are to accept His wisdom, His Word, and His workings, trusting in Him and obeying His commands. — Elizabeth George

Amid the joy of raising children will be some of the hardest work you'll ever do. — Elizabeth George

It is the job of the novelist to touch the reader. — Elizabeth George

If a couple isn't following God's guidelines for life or being led by the Holy Spirit, disagreements and misunderstandings skyrocket. — Elizabeth George

Prayer and faith are bound together. Faith is the inspiration for prayer, and prayer is the expression of that faith. — Elizabeth George

Proverbs 7:11-12 - These verses describe, of all things, an adulteress. She is doing the opposite of the wise homemaker who tends to her house and housework. She is "out there," walking the streets, instead of being at home. "Her feet would not stay at home. At times she was outside, at times in the open square, lurking at every corner. — Elizabeth George

Joy is a sure sign of the presence of God in your life. — Elizabeth George

This virtuous and very industrious woman needs physical strength and ability to do the work of her life, the work of love. — Elizabeth George

When you cultivate a godly thought life your soul will shine and you will exhibit the presence of the Lord in you. — Elizabeth George

Learn from the past,
log the lessons from the past, but
leave the past! — Elizabeth George

When both you and your spouse actively focus on developing godly character qualities, the foundation of your marriage will be twice as strong. — Elizabeth George

When it comes to yourself, follow God's formula-
deny yourself of overindulgence (Proverbs 23:2 and 30:8),
examine yourself for any sinful habits (1 Corinthians 11:28),
% exercise yourself to godliness (1 Timothy 4:7), and
IK- develop self-control (Galatians 5:23). — Elizabeth George

To last, a marriage and family must be built on love - love for God, and love for one another. — Elizabeth George

Just as stars shine brightest in the darkest night, your joy blazes brilliantly through life's problems when you count them as joy. — Elizabeth George

When all is said and done, one of our rewards may be praise, but the greater reward is being faithful to follow our Lor and Savior, Jesus Christ. — Elizabeth George

In God's hands, the ingredients of our lives will always work out ultimately for our good and, even better, for His eternal purposes. — Elizabeth George

God has already provided all you need to live this one day His way! — Elizabeth George

The Bible is the most important part of your faith. — Elizabeth George

I want God to be first in my life, so I'm putting Him first in my life today. — Elizabeth George

Trouble and perplexity drive me to prayer, and prayer drives away perplexity and trouble. — Elizabeth George

Between the Bible and the Holy Spirit, you have everything you need to grow spiritually. And the more you grow, the more God can use you. — Elizabeth George

To live out God's plan for your life calls for you to discipline yourself ... and your body. To push yourself. To deny yourself. — Elizabeth George

If you want a good friend, you need to be a good friend! — Elizabeth George

Your family will flourish when decisions are guided by the Lord - the head of your household. — Elizabeth George

Art can't be taught; passion can't be taught; discipline can't be taught; but craft can be taught. And writing is both an art and a craft. — Elizabeth George

God-confidence comes as the Holy Spirit works in us. As we pray and when we make choices that honor God, the Holy Spirit fills us with His power for ministry. When we are filled with God's goodness, we are confidently and effectively able to share His love and joy. As women of prayer open to the transforming touch of the Holy Spirit, we will find his divine life in us overflowing into the lives of others. — Elizabeth George

The Bible is an ocean of instruction and wisdom. Dip daily into the vast pool to discover its truths. — Elizabeth George

The Bible will teach you, correct you, instruct you, and give you hope. — Elizabeth George

With the help of the Lord, you can handle life's challenges and heartaches, even the valley of the shadow of death. What comfort your fainting heart has, knowing that in those stumbling times of discouragement and despair, of depletion and seeming defeat, the Shepherd will find you ... restore and "fix" you ... and follow you ... until you are well on your way. — Elizabeth George

While I've written in the POV (point of view) of adolescent characters before ... I never have had to create novels in which those characters not only drive the plot, but also are instrumental in resolving whatever issue the plot deals with. — Elizabeth George

God's Word is the tool the Holy Spirit uses to change our worldly thinking to heavenly thinking. — Elizabeth George

Each new day is another chapter in the unfolding promise of deliverance and life. — Elizabeth George

Her azure blouse clung to her torso like hunger. — Elizabeth George

Work on what is real rather than worry about what is unreal. — Elizabeth George

That's all life is, isn't it? Just continuing, going on. — Elizabeth George

By prolonged and continued fellowship, the sheep who follow nearby enjoy the shepherd's presence and become his familiar companions. To those closest to him, he shares the choicest portions of the food he's gathered. These happy and content sheep are never in danger. Why? Because they are near the shepherd! — Elizabeth George

Your attitude of serving the Lord can transform even the most menial of tasks into a magnificent sacrifice of love. — Elizabeth George

When you study God's Word and incorporate His wisdom and principles into your daily life, your whole perspective will change. — Elizabeth George

Prayer is a mighty ministry that any believer can have - anywhere, anytime, and in any circumstance. — Elizabeth George

Marriage is more than finding the right person ... it is being the right person! — Elizabeth George

He was shaking so badly, we could have used him to make martinis for James Bond. — Elizabeth George

What is a godly mother? A godly mother is one who loves the Lord her God with all her heart, soul, mind, and strength and then passionately, consistently, and unrelentingly teaches her child to do the same. — Elizabeth George

I'm interested in the dark side of man. I'm interested in taboos, and murder is the greatest taboo. Characters are fascinating in their extremity, not in their happiness. — Elizabeth George

A joyful person is one who deals daily with their problems, faithfully and obediently counting their trials as joy. — Elizabeth George

Living in the Spirit changes your attitude, thinking, and ultimately your actions. — Elizabeth George

With God's help, your trial today is leading to your wholeness tomorrow. — Elizabeth George

When you stop worrying about your problems and start praising God for His magnificent power you will experience His peace. — Elizabeth George

Make no decision without prayer! — Elizabeth George

The people in makeup would buff away the shine on the face of anyone in front of the camera, and the sound blokes would clip a microphone onto the lapel of a jacket so it looked like something other than an insect about to crawl onto the presenter's chin, but Steven Spielberg this group was not. This was a low-budget operation, thank you very much. — Elizabeth George

Lots of people want to have written; they don't want to write. In other words, they want to see their name on the front cover of a book and their grinning picture on the back. But this is what comes at the end of a job, not at the beginning. — Elizabeth George

As we come to know God better, we will also find it easier to know, follow, and accept His will for our life. — Elizabeth George

Don't give away to others what you have not first given away at home. — Elizabeth George

Your ultimate goal for marriage is that both of you - as husband and wife - commit to keep growing spiritually. — Elizabeth George

The Bible changes your perspective on the people, events, and circumstances of your day. — Elizabeth George

YOU might be limited by a life situation, but GOD is never hampered. Praise Him! — Elizabeth George

The more time you spend with God, the more you will resemble Him. — Elizabeth George

Prayer is an acknowledgement of your dependence on God and His direction for your life. — Elizabeth George

True biblical love is sacrificing, purifying, nurturing, and enduring. — Elizabeth George

It's not what you get, but what you give that is God's true measure of a life. — Elizabeth George

You have the privilege of presenting a picture of what heaven will be like to those around you. — Elizabeth George

Model the qualities that you want your children to show to each other. — Elizabeth George

Life is too short to be wasted on anything that does not help you to live out God's plan and purposes for your life. — Elizabeth George

A woman who focuses on worshiping God will consider carefully how she is dressed, because her heart will dictate her wardrobe and appearance. — Elizabeth George

Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I want to repent of my sins and turn and follow You. I believe You died for my sins and rose again victorious over the power of sin and death, and I want to accept You as my personal Savior. Come into my life, Lord Jesus, and help me obey You from this day forward. Amen. — Elizabeth George

When you love someone, you can't help but pray for them. — Elizabeth George

Wisdom is the God-given ability to see life with rare objectivity and to handle life with rare stability. — Elizabeth George

The Bible is the ultimate book of wisdom and advice. — Elizabeth George

If your home is a ministry, shouldn't that ministry become a passion? Shouldn't your feelings and emotions be involved when it comes to the people and place you love? And shouldn't your work be done passionately? Your labors should be labors of love! — Elizabeth George

I knew from the age of seven that I was meant to be a writer. — Elizabeth George

Creating the characters is the most creative part of the novel except for the language itself. There I am, sitting in front of my computer in right-brain mode, typing the things that come to mind - which become the seeds of plot. It's scary, though, because I always wonder: Is it going to be there this time? — Elizabeth George

Make it your goal to employ the sweet speech that marks you as a wife after God's own heart. — Elizabeth George