Box of Butterflies offers inspiration and her writing is a precious beacon of hope just like Roma is to me and so many others.
As we face the challenges of life, we, like the caterpillar have to transform ourselves in order to become the person we were meant to be. I truly believe we have the power to change our lives for the better. Roma beautifully reminds us that with hope, faith and God's unwavering presence we can emerge from our struggles with beautiful wings to soar.
Roma Downey's Box of Butterflies is a delicate wonder of daily inspiration. Nestled in these pages are illuminating reflections on her own journey, and hints at how we can all find faith, courage, and gratitude everyday of our lives. It is in the simple things where God often lingers. Downey helps remind us to keep searching for Him there.
Wow what a book, beautifully written and inspiring! Roma's life story is filled with triumph and tragedy, and it is her faith, hope and love that shines through it all. It is this kind of relationship with God we hope to instill in the lives we reach at the Dream Center. Thank you, Roma, for your vulnerability.
In Box of Butterflies, Roma has captured what it means to truly live and enjoy life to its fullest degree. This book truly challenges the mind, warms the heart and lifts the soul.
God has anointed Roma's words to heal the broken hearted. I believe this book will be used to answer a lot of hard questions and provide peace for those questions which have no answers. Roma, you have left a lasting impression on my life.
We live in a world racked by worry. So many people feel anxious, hurt, and afraid. They yearn for a reason to hope. This inspiring book reveals how our struggles generate new strength, and even become the means by which we grow in the Spirit. Read Roma Downey's text slowly, savor it, let it sink into your heart. I warmly recommend it to anyone weighed down by the difficulties of life.
Box of Butterflies touches the heart in a way that few books do. It will change the way you look at loss, love and life. And its grace-filled words are a timely message for this nation. Roma's strong faith and humble spirit will leave an indelible imprint on your soul.
Once again, Roma Downey has given us a wonderful gift. The physical beauty of Box of Butterflies is only surpassed by the beauty of the messages contained in the book. Whether the comfort contained in the chapter on Loss, or the challenge of the message of the chapter on Courage, this is a book that will minister to all who take time to immerse themselves in it. And when they do, they will discover that Box of Butterflies is a book full of blessings
Roma's beautiful soul shines through in Box of Butterflies reminding us that despite the struggles and difficulties of life, God is always with us. Her personal stories, quotes, and words of encouragement will be the inspiration you need to remember God's presence and rediscover the beauty found in the life around you. In Roma's words, no matter how dark the cocoon may sometimes seem, there is always light on the other side.
In her new book Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey releases a new kind of light. As she shares with us beautiful moments of her life story in these pages, it quickly becomes clear that Roma is giving us, with surpassing gentleness, the internal tools to navigate our own life stories. What Touched By An Angel was to television, Box of Butterflies is to books. You won't be able to read it just once.
Roma's Box of Butterflies is filled with beauty, creativity, and inspiration that is guaranteed to lift your spirits, encourage your will and delight your heart, all without adding any calories to you! It's the best of both worlds!
Roma inspires me on a daily basis. Her energy is uplifting and her insights are inspirational I'm grateful she is sharing these bite size blessings for all of us to find our happy space. These words of wisdom will lighten our days, make us think and bring a smile to our faces. This book is the perfect gift for anyone open to honoring what matters most.
Box of Butterflies a tender and moving testament of faith. Experiencing the graces Roma shares so generously has been a grace to me.
God promises us in His Word that we will not be overcome, but rather that we are overcomers. My friend, Roma, embodies that truth. Despite loss and heartache, she chooses to make God's goodness greater than her circumstances. Her personal story and the Scriptures she shares in Box of Butterflies will encourage you with reminders of God's love and presence in your everyday life.
In her fascinating new book Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey gives us an intimate, backstage look at her life as one of the most original voices in Hollywood today. It's a memoir that reveals a glimpse behind the scenes of her major motion picture and television projects, while encouraging you to spread your wings and break through the boundaries of your life. Read this book. It's a powerful reminder that God created you for something bigger.
The moment I read the first word I was instantly connected and inspired. This book brings inspiration and clarity to life's journey. Dive in and swim in the wisdom.
There's nothing like sitting next to Roma and getting swept away as she tells one of her amazing stories; stories of personal loss, the pain of childhood ripped apart by war, and the grace of finding friendship, family, and faith in life's most unlikely people and places. But to have Roma's stories and wisdom in a book we can return to and pass along as a gift to others, is a special treat! Grab tissues for this emotional journey through the troubles and triumphs of life. And grab a journal, too as you'll want to remember and recite the colorful wisdom that bursts forth from these pages, and Roma's generous heart.
From every page, God's Spirit sings to our senses and flutters delightfully around our soul. Box of Butterflies is emotionally moving, magnificently uplifting & truly mesmerizing!
Thank you, Roma, for sharing your Box of Butterflies with us. I'm fortunate to count Roma as a friend--the kind of friend that inspires you to be your best self. Roma reminds us that life is a bumpy, wonderful and sometimes tragic journey, but our power comes from how we choose to face that journey. Roma puts her money where her mouth is and lives a life full of faith and spirit and you just can't help but be drawn in!
Roma has captured our hearts in the pages of this very transparent collection of personal life experiences. It's said that tears cleanse the windows of the soul, and you'll find several refreshingly soul-cleansing moments within the pages of this book. You'll also find it a deeply inspiring and motivating read, authored not by an "angel" but by a faithful overcomer who's willing to honestly share her life's tragedies and triumphs. In an endearing way, Roma has artistically woven her personal stories of love and loss with timeless sonnets that underpin the beauty of life and the freedom found in surrender to the God of love she so lives to serve. A beautiful book written by a beautiful person.
There is a lot of pain in this world, and my friend Roma has not been a stranger to that. But she also knows that in the midst of life's trials there is hope; hope in a God who loves us and cares about every detail of our lives. This book will encourage you and bolster your faith.
Roma is one of the most magical human beings I have ever met. Her kindness and her ability to always inspire is infectious, and you sort of wish you could steal a page out of her book to understand how to be as gracious as she is in her daily life. With Box of Butterflies, that is exactly what we get: an insight into a life lived by example whose purpose is purely to uplift others and to make this world better. I urge anyone who is having a difficult time to read Box of Butterflies because Roma will make you shift your perspective, helping you see the light in the darkest places.
Roma Downey has written a book full of love and gratitude. A book of personal stories that fills your soul up with love and a deeper appreciation for this beautiful life we all have been graced with. A book I will carry with me always- In good and bad times as a tool to help me find my way to the light.
We all need inspiration in our everyday lives to give us strength as we face obstacles, challenges and setbacks. I am grateful that Roma offers such a beautiful compilation of so many wonderfully wise and thoughtful sentiments. Thank you, Roma. I am proud to call you a friend.
Roma Downey's Box of Butterflies is oxygen for the soul. Through her personal stories, the words of scripture, and poetic advice, Roma reminds us of the beauty and wonder in the world, even in tough times. I commend Box of Butterflies to anyone in need of inspiration, comfort, or hope. Do not miss this book!
My friend, Roma Downey, has been an amazing encouragement to so many around the world throughout her career. And, she continues to speak truth and life into us all through her work. Roma's new book, Box of Butterflies, is yet another example of Roma's constant desire to reflect the love of Christ. I am so thankful for Roma's ministry and for her deep love for bringing Biblical truth to the world.
When someone gives you hope in your life, it is priceless! Packaged in Roma Downey's newest book, Box of Butterflies, is a profound collection of God's great promises that are overflowing with hope! As you learn them, share them with the world! As you do, peace will be with you.
Box of Butterflies is an inspiring book that makes your soul sail and your spirit soar. It is a personal, authentic, refreshing, engaging, creative work - both the writing and artwork jump off the page and light up the heart. A truly beautiful book, by a beautiful person.
My friend Roma has written a beautiful book. It is equal parts deeply personal and profoundly inspirational. As you turn these pages you won't just find a story about Roma; this is a book about how God paints on the canvas of our lives with many beautiful colors. We have all experienced pain and loss, joy and celebration. You'll find words in this book which will lift you up.
I have known my 'Angel friend', Roma for decades. We met when I guest-starred on her TV show, Touched By An Angel. We became friends then and we still are, today, because Roma is the REAL THING. She loves Jesus with a rare purity, and His love radiates from within her. You will love her new book. It will touch you and move you and strengthen you.
With Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey has created a beautiful and personal testimony to the presence of God in our lives and in our world. Her book is filled with stories and poems and quotations that give us hope in God's healing power and love. Roma talks personally about her own sorrows and struggles, and her book will offer consolation to others, helping them face their troubles with renewed courage and trust in God.
Roma's words in Touched by an Angel gave us comfort and hope and now in Box of Butterflies she touches our heart and provides the encouragement we need to overcome our challenges and create our best life.
Regardless of the season of life you are in, Roma Downe's hope-filled book, Box of Butterflies, powerfully reveals the love, grace, and kindness waiting for you in Christ. Roma gently and warmly guides you through a personal reading experience that will build your faith, renew your mind, and encourage your heart. Open this book and prepare to be blessed as you experience God's grace in a new, fresh, and intimate way.
Box of Butterflies is a beautifully written, moving reminder of God's love and the hope we find in Him.
Roma Downey with matchless skill and poignant creativity has presented us with a stunning masterpiece...titled Box of Butterflies. The beautiful illustrations of graceful butterflies in flight complemented by personal stories, poetic phrases, sacred scripture and inspirational quotes makes this one-of-a-kind book a perfect gift for those your love. Box of Butterflies celebrates the victory over life's struggles providing us the encouragement to live life without limit! I encourage you to get several copies of this stunning book that provides a window into the serene majesty of God's creation.
"Box of Butterflies" is a continuation of Roma's masterful, stunning and ever-flowing creativity - a thought-provoking and honest book with the power to infuse goodness into our culture, while also helping individual readers find much-needed light and encouragement amid life's challenges. In a world in which so many people feel pain and loneliness, Roma's beautifully crafted words and personal stories about her own struggles, triumphs and "God moments" will leave people feeling inspired and fortified. "Box of Butterflies" pointedly proves Roma's belief that, with faith "we can each do the impossible."
Tender, transparent and beautifully rendered, Box of Butterflies assures you that beauty can emerge from the dark seasons of the soul. Roma has generously given a piece of her heart in this book that you will definitely want to share with others.
Roma is known to her friends in Hollywood as a gracious and loving encourager. Now, in Box of Butterflies, she shares that encouragement with the world through her most beloved scriptures and words of inspiration.
In the time that I have known Roma, I have found her to be like a breath of sweet air from above. She's an artist at heart, yet, she's an artist with an ear to heaven's heartbeat and the intrinsic beauty to be found in both this world and the one that awaits us. I am confident this book, will enlarge your perception and revelation of a God who fails not. The imprint of His kindness and goodness is all around us, and Roma is certainly one capable and gifted in helping others to see it.
Roma is a wise soul with a heart as big as anyone I know. Among her multiple gifts, she has masterfully crafted a generous and honest window into her life in a beautiful book, filled with unique perception and genuine encouragement. Replete with beautiful images, Box of Butterflies is a testament of gratitude, offering comfort and assurance for the hungry soul.
Box of Butterflies is truly a gift. By sharing her own personal stories, which take her from Northern Ireland to California, Roma Downey takes us on a journey of struggle, inspiration, love, and, above all, grace, which you'll find on every page.
As always, Roma's work opens our mind and re-sensitizes our soul to the grace of God that surrounds us. This is oxygen from heaven for those gasping from time to time with discouragement and disappointment.
Roma Downey is a gentle spirit with a dynamic faith, a wonderful combination that she shares with us so eloquently in her new book, Box of Butterflies. In every word, every poem, and every story of her life, her optimistic and loving nature shines through as she invites us to be thankful always for life, family, and God. This wonderful book will bless you and inspire you, and it will encourage you, again and again.
When we experience loss, grief, loneliness, or disappointment, we are reminded that we live in a fallen world. Roma Downey has spent her life calling attention to other facts about this world: God is real. God is present. God is love. Box of Butterflies sounds just like Roma. Her joy is contagious. Get this book. Read it and be blessed. You will smile again – and again.
You can't get more genuine and caring than Roma Downey. Box of Butterflies is a beautiful way of reminding us that God is bigger than anything we are facing. It's a long overdue blessing that she's sharing these stories with all of us, I promise you will be encouraged.
Roma has the sweetest spirit that exudes contagious peace and pure joy in any circumstance. In sharing her honest life experiences paralleled with Scripture, she gives such a refreshing perspective on the simplicity of faith, the importance of being still, and the reassurance that we are not alone in this journey. Box of Butterflies is a beautiful tool to see the redemption and blessing in all things!
Like a Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey's stories flew off the page and filled my heart with hope. Get this book. Find a quiet spot and journey with Roma from the war-torn streets of Northern Ireland to the shores of sunny Malibu. As you do, you just might see the exquisite design in your own life. God is at work! Box of Butterflies is proof
I am so grateful that Roma Downey is sharing these spiritual nuggets with us in her book Box of Butterflies she inspires us to reflect upon our own lives, our blessings, our heartaches and remind us that a life of love and gratitude is ultimately a choice.
Like Roma Downey herself, this book is a breath of fresh air. Roma skillfully reminds us - blessings abound in every circumstance of life.
The stories Roma Downey shares in Box of Butterflies are sure to inspire and encourage. This enjoyable read will awaken you, giving you new eyes to see the blessing of God's presence in the encounters we otherwise might miss. It's the perfect gift to hearten a friend.
Box of Butterflies exudes comfort and positivity. Walk with Roma through a personal and timeless journey of self-discovery that unlocks healing for all who read it. Every thought restores inner harmony and brings the world into focus through a godly lens. This is the book to share with family and friends. Its core principles are the true pathways for creating happiness and engaging with the world.
Only Roma Downey could create a book like Box of Butterflies. She is genuinely the kindest and most gracious person I have ever met. Her essence is translated through both her writings and the artistry that fills the pages. May her spirit fill your hearts through her words.
Best known for her portrayal as the gentle angel Monica, Roma Downey again reveals God's amazing love and desire for intimate relationship with us in Box of Butterflies. This beautiful collection of personal stories, quotes and poems is sure to become a best-loved treasure, and I guarantee you will never look at butterflies the same way again.
Roma Downey's new book, Box of Butterflies is just the thing we all need - a heart felt personal journey through both the laughter and difficulties in life that leads to the essential joy to be found in that journey. Roma's personal story will touch the hearts of many who've experienced the loss of loved ones, or the dashing of dreams... But her deeply optimistic and faith filled spirit will inspire everyone who reads this book. Beautifully illustrated, and captioned with profoundly moving quotes, songs, and poems - Box of Butterflies is a traveler's guide through the path of life - and Roma's everyday hope fills us with faith for the road ahead.
Roma Downey is the single most inspirational human being I have ever met, and here she is at her very best. Box of Butterflies will have you facing life with a pep in your step and joy in your heart. You need this one. Believe me.
Like a cocoon, this book weaved me in. The stories of loss, courage, kindness, love, stillness...home, drew me in. In to me. Roma's words seemed to be on the tip of my heart. "Yes, that's exactly how I feel!" Like moonlight, my personal reflections from her poetic poignant words revealed a hiraeth (an Irish word you'll learn from the book) I never realized was in me. Honestly, as a man, I normally would pass on reading this kind of book. So, thankful I didn't. This book read me. Heart fluttering. My spirit silently soaring. Emotions released like butterflies from a box hidden too deep in my heart. I felt healing. I was touched. I'm certain you will be too.
Box of Butterflies is truly a book of blessings! Roma Downey takes you on a beautiful journey of her life through poetry, scripture and prose. She powerfully weaves a picture of grief, redemption and victory into a story that perfectly captures the essence of knowing Roma. Reading Box of Butterflies will leave you feeling like you've been Touched by an Angel.
Having interviewed stars for over 20 years now, I always enjoy figuring out why someone was cast for a particular role. For Roma, there was no figuring out to do. It was obvious. She truly is an angel on Earth. She's a rare gem of a person and genuinely cares so much about others. Roma is a dear friend, who has been there for me through difficult times, so I'm not surprised at all that she wants to spread little wings of light all around via Box of Butterflies. Roma and this book will give you hope, encouragement, and most of all, let you know you are not alone.
My Dear Friends, Each day is a gift. Whether we recognize that from the perspective of faith or from our lived experience, every day presents the opportunity to receive blessings from others and in turn to share them with the people we hold dear and also with those we might meet for the first time. We are greatly blessed that in Box of Butterflies Roma Downey has provided us a beautiful and readily accessible means of reflecting on our experiences, whether they be joyous or sorrowful, anticipated or unexpected. Box of Butterflies helps us to think about significant moments in our lives and understand them in the context of sharing the experience with others. Through Roma Downey's beautifully presented reflections we can all gain valuable insights. I highly recommend Box of Butterflies for your personal collection and as a treasured gift for your loved ones.
My friend, Roma Downey, shares love and acceptance with everyone she meets. In her new book, Box of Butterflies, she does what she does every day: encourages, affirms and shares God's love. Through her personal stories, favorite scriptures, and poetic verses, she invites us to find blessings in unexpected places and the unforeseen wonders in each and every day.
Box of Butterflies can transform you from a crawling caterpillar, trapped by worldly desires, to an elegant winged being, exploring the heavens with wonder and gratitude.
Roma Downey's book is like a gentle Irish rain of grace for the soul. She shares her memories and stories with a lilting voice that uplifts and inspires.
Anyone who meets my friend Roma will testify to her deep love for God and her enormous heart for people. This beautiful book reflects her heart perfectly, and invites you to journey with her through suffering and into joy, receiving the gift of God's presence in the midst of pain.
I've long said that the happiest people don't have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything. Roma is a prime example of that, and in Box of Butterflies, she shares the difficult times she's gone through, and the perspectives that have helped her overcome. Roma will help you find the strength within to go to heights you never imagined.
"This is not about me or my life or even my faith. This is about how God has shown up in my life - and how He can show up in yours." I read this in the opening pages of Box of Butterflies, and it may be my favorite line I've ever read. From there, I couldn't put it down. Every word that follow proves this statement to be true. Willie and I have known Roma for a few years now, and have admired her faith and been blessed by her love. What a privilege to learn more of the story of her life through this book that is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside - just like it's author. Thank you, Roma, for sharing your triumphs and sorrows, and for your faithfulness through it all.
Every so often a person comes along who possesses that remarkable combination of passionate faith and natural authenticity, so much so that God can use them to change the world and transform hearts. Roma Downey is just that kind of person, and Box of Butterflies is a powerful reflection of her one-of-a-kind spirit. Hear her testimony of love, loss, hope, courage, faith and prayer in her own words and be inspired by the mysterious and wondrous beauty of God's promises for your life.
I love the charming stories that Roma Downey has so beautifully packed into her Box of Butterflies, a book that will long be a treasure in every home it resides. I have always loved Roma's touching story of the yellow flannel sheets, fresh from the clothesline at her Irish home, the last gift of kindness from her dear departed father. But I now can add new favorites to Roma's repertoire of inspiration: an incredible lesson of forgiveness discovered while producing Ben Hur; the sweetness of Della Reese's invitation to be her "baby girl"; and the astonishment of Roma's awareness that a bullet had just pierced the hood of her red cape, mere inches from her face. In short, I love Box of Butterflies!
Sowing hope and light in each chapter, Roma generously offer pages of her own life in this inspiring book. A beautiful gift of a luminous soul.
We've all done it haven't we? Laid in bed, staring at the ceiling, worried and fearful about the future. This book is a lovely remedy of sorts. One to place on your bedside table - and in those opening or closing moments of the day be reminded of God's greatness, the beauty that's woven into life, and most of all, how near heaven truly is. Box of Butterflies will not only inspire you, we believe will be a great comfort to you.
Don't let the short, sweet stories fool you. There is deep wisdom here. Box of Butterflies is a true gift.
Roma Downey is one of the most generous, compassionate, and all-around amazing people I have ever met. She is always creating, always producing, always building - and yet when you talk to her, you feel like there is nothing she'd rather do than hear about your dreams and endeavors. She's never too busy or too important to care about the person in front of her. I can't think of a clearer indicator of greatness than that. Somehow, she has managed to capture her humanness, empathy, and humility in the pages of her book Box of Butterflies. Reading this book is like having a face-to-face chat with Roma herself. You'll come away refreshed, comforted, and inspired to live with deeper peace and greater faith. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
In this moving book, Roma shares the source of the light she has been beaming to the world since she entered our lives in Touched by an Angel. Not one to deny the difficulty and darkness of the world, she recounts stories of her own losses and how she found courage and faith in difficult times. Thanks, Roma!
Roma writes the same way she lives - with passion, humility, integrity and love. In every chapter, this "angel" will remind you that God loves you and has a plan for your life.
Roma Downey spreads beauty and light wherever she goes. In this book, you will find comfort and encouragement, no matter your circumstances.
Roma Downey brings her heart, her creativity and her faith to Box of Butterflies. In the process, she gives the reader her life. Bono, another Irishman, has said that a true artist digs their hands into their chest, breaks their rib cage, rips out their heart and gives it to the audience. This is the gift readers will get from this book.
This testimony and faith journey of Roma Downey reveals yet once again, how the Lord provides, protects and never fails at taking broken pieces and making something magnificent.
I like Roma. I like her heart for God and her love for people. She is the real deal, and has written such a great book! In her book, Box of Butterflies, she reminds each of us that God is real and is ever present. She weaves stories from her own life with poems and songs - all to create this wonderfully inspiring piece. You will love it!!
This book is classic Roma Downey... full of life and love, hope and inspiration, joy and kindness! You can feel her smile on every page. Reading it is like sitting down with Roma for a cup of tea and conversation, then leaving encouraged and lifted up.
In Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey offers glimpses of life's challenges and blessings, echoes of God's Word, and whispers of wisdom, all with the grace of poetry. This book gladdens the heart, nudges the memory and lightly touches the soul with inspiration. Here is an invitation to hope, joy and insight in the tradition of the Irish bards.