Our vision is so limited we can hardly imagine a love that does not show itself in protection from suffering. The love of God is of a different nature altogether. It does not hate tragedy. It never denies reality. It stands in the very teeth of suffering. The love of God did not protect His own Son. The cross was the proof of His love…. He will not necessarily protect us—not from anything it takes to make us like His Son.
—Elisabeth Elliot
The only question, then, is this: Am I willing to trust the love of God? How can I think it strange to suffer for His sake when Jesus Christ suffered so much for mine?
Elisabeth Elliot’s writing has greatly influenced my life, even as a grown married woman. I truly wish someone had introduced me to her works when I was a teenager, but I am learning that it is never too late to incorporate the principles she teaches: namely, that passion is not sinful and purity is not prudish. Nor are they mutually exclusive. You can have both.
Dark Side of the Moon 
Powerful sentiments, Linda, and tellingly expressed.
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Thank you, Roland. Yes, powerful indeed.
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These quotes never fail to convict and inspire! Thank you for sharing Elisabeth Elliot’s words here, my wonderful friend!! ❤ ❤
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I would say, “The pleasure is mine,” but often what I feel is conviction too, not pleasure. I do love her writing. I’ve come to the end of my list of quotes for a while, but perhaps later I’ll pick it up again. If it has helped you a little, as it has helped me, then I’m glad.
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