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After two decades apart, John and Abby Reynolds are back together, feeling like newlyweds. Their renewed marriage faces the challenges of past issues, children’s questions, and high‑school politics that drain John’s passion for coaching. When a sudden car crash strikes, devastation ripples through their family, shaking their faith, and casting doubts over their future. As they navigate grief, guilt, and the struggle to forgive, John and Abby must remember what truly matters and cling to it, hoping salvation and a new beginning await them.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Sports
Authors: Karen Kingsbury
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