Shella K. Fitzgerald
Promises Kept: Becca’s Window is a gentle story about a Christian family who when questioned about life-after-death by their teenage daughter, begins a life changing study of God’s plan for the salvation of man. Inspired and encouraged by Becca’s grandmother, Becca and her family come to a clearer view and understanding of God’s completed plan of salvation. They find joy and assurance in the knowledge that God has kept all His promises, allowing man to live daily in His presence in covenant relationship with Him.
This little novel is a fantastic way to introduce a friend to scriptures that have opened our eyes, and will certainly open the reader's eyes. Set in today's time, it is a look at scripture
through the eyes of a modern, Christian girl seeking to understand what the Bible says. I think Christian people will identify with Becca's family and church life and be inspired to continue Bible study because this novel proves that the Bible can be understood, despite the colorful language and metaphors.
Shella Fitzgerald is a native Oklahoman. From a young age, she has been an avid student of the Bible. Shella is committed to the belief that the true message of the Bible is that God has kept all His promises and has completed His plan of salvation. Because of God’s completed work, mankind has within its reach forgiveness and salvation in this life and when passing from this mortal life the opportunity to continue in the presence of God for eternity. Shella writes with a subtle humor and clear story telling style that makes Becca’s Window an easy yet endearing and profound read.
Grandma turned to Becca and asked, “What was going on in the kitchen Tuesday night? Did you have company?”
“We were having a Bible study and, yes, we had company. His name is Mike Gibbons. He goes to church where we do,” replied Becca.
“Were you studying to teach him the way to become a Christian?” suggested Grandma.
“No, Mike is already a Christian. We were studying Matthew 24,” said Becca.
“Oh, yes, Matthew 24 – that is a challenging one,” said Grandma with emphasis on ‘challenging’. “What did you learn?” she continued as she spread the lap robe across her knees.
“I learned that Matthew 24 is ‘a challenging one’,” laughed Becca, but then she continued more seriously. “What do you know about Matthew 24?”
“Well, I know that it has caused lots of controversy over the years,” said Grandma, looking straight at Becca. Becca had never seen such focus in her grandma’s eyes before. It was as if something had awakened there – an intelligence and depth that Grandma had not called upon for some time.
Grandma continued in an amused voice, “What’s wrong, Becca? You look surprised that I know something about Matthew 24. I’m old, but I haven’t lost my mind yet.”
“I’m sorry, Grandma. You’re right. I should have realized that you would know the answer,” apologized Becca.
“Well, I didn’t say I know the answer,” said Grandma with a smile. “Your grandpa and I had quite a few Bible studies ourselves.” And then more seriously, Grandma added in a quiet voice, “I know your grandpa was never quite sure.”
“Yeah, I know. Which part is the Destruction of Jerusalem and which part is the Second Coming?” said Becca in agreement.
“No, that’s not the hardest part,” continued Grandma. Becca looked at Grandma. Grandma was staring off into space or perhaps she was looking into the past. Becca waited. Finally, Grandma turned to Becca and quoted, “Verily I say unto you, this generation shall not pass, till all these things be fulfilled.”
