"Let not our longing slay the appetite of our living. It is true that our youth is fast fleeting, and I know the rush of wants, the perfect fury of desire which such a thought summons. All that it involves - this getting on to thirty - brings a push of hurry and a surge of 'possible' regrets over the soul. And, Betty, this is just exactly what we have bargained for. Obedience involves for us, not physical suffering, perhaps, nor social ostracism as it has for some, but this warring with worries and regrets, this bringing into captivity our thoughts. We have planted (in our integrity) the banner of our trust in God. The consequences are His responsibility."
- a part of Jim Elliot's letter to Elisabeth Elliot (February 2, 1952) during their waiting period
This was taken from the book, "Passion and Purity" by Elisabeth Elliot.
- a part of Jim Elliot's letter to Elisabeth Elliot (February 2, 1952) during their waiting period
This was taken from the book, "Passion and Purity" by Elisabeth Elliot.
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