Beyond Hope's Valley: A Big Sky Novel (40 page)

As I've mentioned in previous author's notes, the plot behind this series was inspired by my friends Ora Jay and Irene Eash. The spiritual journey of this series was inspired by them, too. I have never met two people who are so joyful and eager to share about their relationship with Jesus Christ. Often during the writing of the Big Sky Series I've called Ora Jay and Irene to ask questions about the Amish lifestyle, and we'd usually stay on the phone for over an hour as they shared about what God was teaching them in His Word. They also always asked me what He's been speaking to my heart, too. That's what true Christian fellowship is all about! I'm so thankful for friends like that.

My hope is that as you read
Beyond Hope's Valley
you'll be inspired to seek God about every detail of your life—and share your journey with good friends—just as Marianna did. There are many times we think we know God's will for our lives, but sometimes we are surprised. In my own personal relationship with Jesus Christ I've discovered that His way is always best . . . and He has greater plans for me than I ever imagined!

If you'd like to hear more about what God is doing in my life, please be sure to check out my website and blog at www.triciagoyer.com. I'm also on Facebook and Twitter, and I love to connect with my readers! Make sure we connect there, and they YOU can tell me about how God is speaking to you, too!

With a heart full of thankful to Jesus!

Tricia Goyer