Dionne Arceneaux opens her heart to share the pains of her past in hopes of encouraging others, exposing the enemy and enlightening our eyes to a different perception of God by revealing what intimacy with our heavenly Father can produce.
"Not Until He Left" tells the story of how she survived the painful ordeals of her childhood (things no individual should have to endure), entered into an abusive marriage and continued in that abusive cycle, that is... until he left. Feelings of worthlessness, shame, and guilt usually accompany divorce. Then there is instability and trying to balance it all; now, add two children to this equation and still you've only gotten a portion of her trial.
Pastor Dionne Arceneaux lays it all down in her tell all autobiography and I am always amazed by those authors who are bold enough to put their lives under the microscope to help others. The courage necessary to say this is who I was and yet...this is who I've become is one of the most powerful statements revealed in this book. The wisdom to know that no matter where you have found yourself in life that does not have to be where you finish.
The most beautiful discovery hidden amid the struggle is LOVE. I believe this book to be a glorious LOVE STORY, for after reading all she's endured; what is most impactful is God's redemptive love. It was not the first thing seen; nevertheless, the beauty of this unfailing love did shine through. As you take in the strength of this amazing woman, recognizing its source (for truly it goes beyond human capability). It is then that you are able to sense the invisible guidance of a loving father who never left nor forsook her, leading her on to destiny.
Pastor Arceneaux's story allows us to see that God is still at work today in the lives of his people. It shows His unadulterated, unconditional love; love that never ceases. I see a perfect God who loves with a perfect love, despite His relationship with imperfect people.
Not until he left did Dionne know the truth of the powerful love available to all; the love that would empower, change, challenge and ultimately bless her and bring her into the blessed state in which she finds herself today. Pick up your copy of this magnificent love story that weaves an intense tale of misplaced love, lost, betrayal, hurt, pain, manipulation and finally the power of Redemptive Love and Restoration. 1 Corinthians 13:8 reminds us of the truth of that kind of LOVE; for though true love has its challenges, the truth is ~ LOVE in its purest form... NEVER FAILS.
ISBN: 1-58588-176-7
