It’s difficult to believe that the first round of The Potter’s House Books series is already completed! I’m thankful to be part of it with my book, Heart Unbroken.
I’m honored to introduce today another author participating in this series, Kristen M. Fraser. Please welcome her!
A Vow Redeemed – by Kristen M. Fraser
When I was first asked to be a part of The Potter’s House Books series, I was thrilled – as the premise of the series – hope, redemption and second chances – excited me. What a wonderful opportunity to share God’s amazing grace with readers! I was then extremely nervous and a little overwhelmed to say the least! Here I was, an unknown Aussie author with a few books to my name, rubbing virtual shoulders with AMAZING Christian authors! Out of my league, much?!
I prayed about my response, and all my excuses fell away as I felt God giving me a gentle nudge and reminding me that my words are for Him. With that in mind, I responded with a ‘yes’ and A Vow Redeemed was born.
To say A Vow Redeemed was challenging to write is an understatement. It’s not every day one chooses to write about such a tricky subject as pornography. But it’s a topic that is rife in our society, Christian circles included, and God placed it on my heart to share Justin and Gabby’s story.
Gabby’s world is shaken by her discovery of Justin’s devastating secret, and everything she’s ever known to be true and right is suddenly thrown upside down and marred by doubt. She is torn between acting on her own feelings, or trusting God and choosing to do what is right.
While it is a dark subject, A Vow Redeemed thoughtfully and tastefully shares the couple’s journey of fighting for their marriage after they lose sight of their first love (God) and their love for each other. It’s a battle they must learn to fight with God by their side (and yes, thanks to God’s amazing grace, there is romance!)
I was prompted to write this book after bearing witness to pornography’s impact on families I know. It is a subject that is too-often taboo in Christian circles. While it is rife in the secular world, and often seen as ‘normal’ and ‘harmless’, it is an addiction that doesn’t discriminate. Many Christians (both male and female) struggle with pornography, and as such, also face feelings of shame, humiliation, condemnation and worthlessness. Its effect on society is far-reaching – and throughout A Vow Redeemed, I touch on how Justin’s dark secret not only impacts his own life, but also that of his wife and children.
Although dealing with a tricky subject, the overarching theme throughout A Vow Redeemed is of hope and redemption. The verse I based the story on, is Exodus 14:14 (one of my favorite verses) – The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still (NIV), as there are many battles in our lives we just can’t win on our own.
As I said, it was a challenging book to write – but it is my prayer that Gabby and Justin’s story will touch lives and people will know the redemptive power of God – nothing is too big for Him. Nothing can separate us from His unconditional love. He offers us forgiveness and redemption through His amazing grace.
A Vow Redeemed is now available for $2.99 or free on Kindle Unlimited.
To win a Kindle copy of A Vow Redeemed (via Bookfunnel), comment below with your favorite Bible verse. The giveaway will close on July 10th, and the winner will be chosen randomly.
You can discover all The Potter’s House Books here.
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of InspyRomance!
Blessings,
Kristen.
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Alexa Verde writes uplifting, diverse books about faith, love, and hope. She has had 200 short stories, articles, and poems published in the five languages that she speaks. After traveling the world and living in both hemispheres, she calls a small town in south Texas home. The latter is an inspiration for the fictional setting of her series Rios Azules Christmas and Secrets of Rios Azules. Alexa has a bachelor's degree in Spanish and a master's in Russian. She's worn the hats of reporter, teacher, translator, model (even one day counts!), caretaker, and secretary, but thinks that the writer's hat suits her the best.
Hi Alexa and Kristen. Kristen, you are a new author to me, so it is great to ‘meet’ you:- especially a fellow Aussie:) We are shivering with the cold here in the South!!
I am excited to read your book- you are sooo right about Christians and pornography and how it is rarely discussed/addressed. That is one of the things I appreciate about Christian fiction- the willingness to tackle big issues- thanks for tackling this:)
Blessings:)
Thank you both for sharing! My favorite Bible verse is Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…
No need to enter me, I already have the book on my Kindle tbr!!
Hi Alexa. Thanks Kristen for tackling such a difficult topic. Unfortunately due to other obligations, I stopped reading at the point of the story were Gabby discovers Justin’s secret. Plus knowing Christian couples, whose marriage was destroyed through pornography, I just couldn’t continue. No need to include me in the drawing. Best wishes. Happy Writing as you continue with the series.
Sounds like a good read.
Welcome, Kristen, to Inspy Romance. As someone who’s read A VOW REDEEMED, I can attest to your grace-filled treatment of a very difficult yet timely subject. Thank you for having the courage to write about it!
Sounds like an interesting read. One of my favorite Bible verses is Phil. 4:6-8.
Hello, Wemble! Thank you so much for commenting! I agree and also love that Christian fiction deals with issues that are difficult but that need to be discussed and addressed. Yikes on the cold, and thank you for stopping by!
Hello, Paula Marie! Thank you so much for commenting and buying the book already! Much appreciated!
Hello, Renate! Thank you so much for stopping by and supporting the series. You’re truly such a wonderful reader. I’m so sorry about Christian couple you know whose marriage was destroyed. I’ll pray for them. Best wishes to you, too!
Thank you, Kim Hansen!
Thank you so much for supporting our fellow author, Brenda!
Hello, Margaret Nelson! Thank you very much for commenting, and best wishes in the giveaway!
Hi Alexa and Kristen,
Thanks for being willing to share what God has laid on your hearts. It’s always fun to get to know new authors.
Kristen, I love the verse you shared. It’s one I made a graphic of, so I could see it on a regular basis.
Take care and may God richly bless you both!
Hello, Marylin! You’re truly such a blessing to authors, and your graphics are beautiful! May God bless you!
Hi Kristen, I’m so glad Christian Fiction is tackling the tough topics that are part of real life. Sounds like an interesting read.
Thanks for visiting Inspy Romance, Kristen, and for shedding light on a dark subject that affects more Christian families than we prefer to acknowledge.
It’s a tough topic we’d all like to ignore but thanks for addressing it. I’m looking forward to reading it. My favorite verse is Philippians 4:13. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Hello, Shannon! So true. These topics are part of real life, and I’m glad that Christian fiction authors address them. Thank you so much for commenting!
Thank you so much for your support, Valerie!
Hello, Sherri! I love that verse! Thank you so much for commenting.
Recently joined your newsletter. Alexa, I’ve read some of your books and they were soooooo good. (No I didn’t mispell so). Kristen, you are a new author for me but looking forward to reading my first book by you.
Hello, Pat Moore! You just put a huge smile on my face. Thank you so much! So glad you liked my books!
Hi Wemble! Nice to ‘meet’ you too! Thanks for your kind words – it was a tough issue to write about, and although fiction, I hope it can encourage someone!
Thanks Paula Marie! That verse is one of my favorites too. (I hope you enjoy the book!)
Hi Renate. I too know of couples who have been affected by this. But I also know of couples who have come out the other side. It’s very tough, either way. Thanks so much for stopping by.
Thanks Kim!
Thanks so much Brenda! I really appreciate your kind words and support.
Thanks Margaret. I’ve recently written those verses out for my teenage daughter – wonderful passage of Scripture.
Thanks Marilyn! Making graphics is a wonderful way to memorize Scripture.
Hi Shannon! Although sometimes difficult to read, I think it is important to deal with real life issues. Thanks for commenting!
Thanks for having me Valerie, and for giving me the opportunity to share!
Hi Sherri! Yes, it’s something we’d all like to ignore, but unfortunately, it exists. Thanks for commenting.
Thanks so much Pat!
Some of my favorite verses are Ephesians 3:18-19.
Hi Kristen, It’s nice to meet another Aussie author here! Congrats on your book release :)
Thank you so much for commenting, Jessica, and for participating in the giveaway!
Thank you for stopping by, Narelle! Small world, isn’t it?
another great series of books to read. I am blessed to be able to read and I am always looking for new authors to look up.
Yes! Those are great verses – God’s love is beyond measure.
Thanks Narelle! Yay – another Aussie!
Thanks Andrea. I’ve enjoyed reading the books by the other authors in the series as well.
Wow. Thank you for tackling such a difficult topic that not many Christian writers approach. My favorite verse – “Be still and know that I am God.”
my fave Bible verses: Isaiah 61:1-3.
The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me,
because the Lord has anointed me
to proclaim good news to the poor.
He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,
to proclaim freedom for the captives
and release from darkness for the prisoners,
to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor
and the day of vengeance of our God,
to comfort all who mourn,
and provide for those who grieve in Zion—
to bestow on them a crown of beauty
instead of ashes,
the oil of joy
instead of mourning,
and a garment of praise
instead of a spirit of despair.
They will be called oaks of righteousness,
a planting of the Lord
for the display of his splendor.