Lilies

By Beth Muse

Somewhere in the fictional town of Riverview, S.C., two families, the Faulks and the McRaes, struggle to walk with God. As their families grow, move apart, and come back together again, they discover God in the love, grief and friendship they share. These are stories of ordinary people, seeking the courage to live in faith. As is always the case, they find it in surprising places. Read the stories individually or as a novella (though beginning to end is recommended.)

• Language: English
• Publisher: Beth Muse
• Release date: Jun 4, 2013
• ISBN: 9781301462360

Beth Muse

I am a minister in the Presbyterian Church USA using Smashwords to publish a series of fictional short stories that are based on scripture. They can, if you wish, be used as devotionals. Otherwise, I hope you find some grace in them. Peace! Beth

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