La Belle Design

I loved this clean historical mystery/romance. Bonjour Agent by Fabergé Eastern is set in England during the time France is nearing the end of its revolution and European nations are wary of Napoleon.   It’s filled with rich descriptions of both characters and settings that will transport you into the action—and it is filled with action.  The main characters are Sebastian, a confirmed bachelor and agent of the crown, and Francesca, the lively and charismatic only child of Lord Grey who has no interest in the dull life most of her peers have in matrimony. Follow their journey to find mystery, intrigue, and just enough whimsy that the heavier parts never get too overwhelming.  This book is in an older style. To me, it is reminiscent of The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness d'Orczy. Because of this style, it is longer than most contemporary novels and can seem wordy in some sections. Don't let this deter you. It is a fun read. There is just a hint of faith in it but the main charac

Most of the verses I left you with in the last lesson contrast love and hate. It’s important when studying about love to understand that loving others and showing them God’s love does not mean that there is nothing God hates nor does it mean that we have permission from him to hate. God hates sin. It is evil in His sight. That is why there is hell and a final battle in which all sin will be vanquished. The challenge arises to show love to others when all mankind is sinful (even Christians) and will be until God makes us new. We do not have the mind of God or even the ability to love perfectly as God does, so we must check ourselves when we think we are rightfully angry. There are verses in scripture that warn us against judging others. James 4:12 ESV - 12 There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor? Matthew 7:3-5 ESV (also in Luke 6:41—42) 3 Why do you see the speck that is in your brother's eye, but do no