Prayers are answered in ways we don't choose. The river of grace bubbles up in unexpected places

Prayers are answered in ways we don't choose. The river of grace bubbles up in unexpected places

Lisa Wingate is a renowned author known for her powerful storytelling and ability to weave together intricate narratives that touch the hearts of readers. In her works, she often explores themes of hope, redemption, and the power of faith. One of the recurring motifs in Wingate's writing is the idea that prayers are answered in ways we don't choose, and that the river of grace bubbles up in unexpected places.

This concept is beautifully illustrated in Wingate's novel, "Before We Were Yours," which tells the story of a young girl named Rill Foss who is taken from her family and placed in a cruel orphanage. Throughout the novel, Rill and her siblings pray for a way to escape their dire circumstances and be reunited with their loved ones. However, their prayers are not answered in the way they expect. Instead, they are separated and forced to endure unimaginable hardships before eventually finding their way back to each other.