Downey - Box of butterflies: discovering the unexpected blessings all around us

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Praise for Box of Butterflies

With Box of Butterflies , Roma Downey has created a beautiful and personal testimony to the presence of God in our lives and in our world. Her book is filled with stories and poems and quotations that give us hope in Gods healing power and love. Roma talks personally about her own sorrows and struggles, and her book will offer consolation to others, helping them face their troubles with renewed courage and trust in God.

Most Reverend Jos H. Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles

I have known my Angel friend, Roma, for decades. We met when I guest-starred on her TV show, Touched by an Angel . We became friends then and we still are, today, because Roma is the REAL THING. She loves Jesus with a rare purity, and His love radiates from within her. You will love her new book. It will touch you and move you and strengthen you.

Kathie Lee Gifford, TODAY show

Ive long said that the happiest people dont have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything. In Box of Butterflies , Roma shares personal struggles and the perspectives that have helped her overcome. Roma will help you find the strength within to go to heights you never imagined.

Tony Robbins, New York Times bestselling author of Unshakeable

Roma Downey is one of the most generous, compassionate, and all-around amazing people I have ever met. Shes never too busy or too important to care about the person in front of her. I cant think of a clearer indicator of greatness than that. Somehow, she has managed to capture her humanness, empathy, and humility in the pages of her book Box of Butterflies . Reading this book is like having a face-to-face chat with Roma herself. Youll come away refreshed, comforted, and inspired to live with deeper peace and greater faith. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

Judah Smith, pastor and New York Times bestselling author of Jesus Is _____.

This book gladdens the heart, nudges the memory, and lightly touches the soul with inspiration. Box of Butterflies is an invitation to hope, joy, and insight in the tradition of the Irish bards.

Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington

God promises us in His Word that we will not be overcome, but rather that we are overcomers. My friend, Roma, embodies that truth. Despite loss and heartache, she chooses to make Gods goodness greater than her circumstances. Her personal story and the Scriptures she shares in Box of Butterflies will encourage you with reminders of Gods love and presence in your everyday life.

Christine Caine, founder, A21 and Propel Women

Like an opened box of butterflies, Roma Downeys stories flew off the page and filled my heart with hope. Find a quiet spot and journey with Roma from the war-torn streets of Northern Ireland to the shores of sunny Malibu. As you do, you just might see the exquisite design in your own life. God is at work! Box of Butterflies is proof.

Karen Kingsbury, #1 New York Times bestselling author

The moment I read the first word, I was instantly connected and inspired. This book brings inspiration and clarity to lifes journey. Dive in and swim in the wisdom.

LL COOL J

When someone gives you hope in your life, it is priceless! Box of Butterflies is a profound collection of Gods great promises that are overflowing with hope! As you learn them, share them with the world!

Dr. Ronnie Floyd, president, National Day of Prayer, senior pastor, Cross Church, and immediate past president, Southern Baptist Convention

This inspiring book reveals how our struggles generate new strength, and even become the means by which we grow in the Spirit. Read Roma Downeys text slowly, savor itlet it sink into your heart. I warmly recommend it to anyone weighed down by the difficulties of life.

Bishop Robert Barron, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles

Its said that tears cleanse the windows of the soul, and youll find several refreshingly soul-cleansing moments within the pages of this book. Youll also find it a deeply inspiring and motivating read, authored not by an angel but by a faithful overcomer whos willing to honestly share her lifes tragedies and triumphs. A beautiful book written by a beautiful person.

Laurie Crouch, Trinity Broadcasting Network

For my beautiful daughter,

Reilly...

the little girl who grew

up to be my best friend

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Dear Readers,

My darling Roma has written this very special book, called Box of Butterflies . I couldnt be more proud of her, and I delight in sharing it with you. Whether you bought this book as a beautiful gift for yourself or for someone you love, I know you will be truly touched by the Spirit that exudes from its pages as Roma shares the beauty of her soul and the sweetness of her spirit. Youll find great warmth and wisdom within.

I feel so fortunate to have had Roma in my life for all these years. If you dont already know it, God was the one who brought us together many years ago, when we played angels on our beloved television show Touched by an Angel. The relationship between the angels Tess and Monica was much like the one that developed between Roma and me off cameraauthentic, caring, loving, protective, and true. We are soul sisters, and it is as if we have known each other forever. As you will learn in these pages, she has become my daughter, and I am her mama. Ive loved seeing her grow into the beautiful mother, wife, producer, author, and extraordinary woman she is today.