Blessings by Sawyer Kim Vogel

Author:Sawyer, Kim Vogel [Sawyer, Kim Vogel]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Religious Fiction
ISBN: 9781607420644
Publisher: Barbour Books
Published: 2009-08-15T05:00:00+00:00

Graham perched in a straight-backed chair transplanted from the dining room to the living room and faced Trina’s father. The man sat in his overstuffed chair like a king on a throne, his presence stern yet attentive. Graham hoped he maintained a calm appearance. Underneath, he felt as though he might quiver to pieces. Yet a potential father-in-law should see only conviction and courage when being asked for his daughter’s hand in marriage. So Graham squared his shoulders, clamped his hands over his knees, and met Troy Muller’s stern gaze without squirming.

“I have a good job at the lumberyard—as you know, the business will be mine someday. My dad has promised that. My house is already built, so I have a home waiting.”

Mr. Muller waved his hand. “All superficial.” He leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees. “You know what’s important to me.”

Graham flicked a quick glance at Trina. She sat beside her mother on the end of the sofa. The soft expression in her eyes gave him the courage to continue.

“I love your daughter, sir, and I commit to being a godly husband to her. If God sees fit to bless us with children, they’ll be raised in the fellowship. Trina will not be left wanting physically, emotionally, or spiritually.”

Mr. Muller gave a brusque nod and leaned back. “That’s what I was waiting to hear.” He shifted to pin a serious look on Trina. “Trina, Graham is asking permission for you to be published. Do you have any opposition to his request?”

A smile quavered on Trina’s lips. She shook her head. “No, sir.”

The man slapped his knees. “Very well. I’ll speak to the bishop, and when he gives his approval, your intentions will be published.” He started to rise.

Graham held out his hand. “There’s something else we need to discuss.”

Mr. Muller sank back into his chair.

Graham rose and took two steps to stand at the end of the sofa. He put his hand on Trina’s shoulder. Although he didn’t look at her, he sensed her turning her face upward. Her muscles felt tight beneath his hand, and he gave a gentle squeeze of assurance before speaking.

“As you know, Trina has spent time studying—”

“Behind our backs,” Mr. Muller inserted, his brows coming down into a sharp V.

Graham nodded. “Behind your backs. But I was aware of her actions. She shared them with me.”

Mr. and Mrs. Muller exchanged a quick glance.

“You’re aware she had plans to take a test to get a high school diploma and then attend college.”

Mr. Muller’s cheeks became streaked with banners of temper. “And you’re aware we’ve forbidden her from further pursuit.”

Graham nodded. “Yes, I know. But I’d like to humbly ask you to reconsider.”

Mr. Muller gaped at Graham as if he’d suddenly broken out in purple polka dots.

Trina’s mother leaned forward to peer into Graham’s face. “Why would you ask such a thing?”

Graham offered a quick, silent prayer for guidance before replying. “Trina believes God has called her to this task. And the Bible verses read in service only this morning say that a woman should be allowed the fruit of her hand.

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