Welcome to a collection of insightful and inspiring quotes by Frank Peretti, an acclaimed author known for his captivating works in the realm of Christian fiction. With a penchant for weaving compelling narratives infused with spiritual themes, Peretti has left an indelible mark on literature, captivating readers with his imaginative storytelling and profound insights into faith, humanity, and the supernatural.
Throughout his career, Frank Peretti has masterfully crafted tales that explore the interplay between the seen and the unseen, drawing readers into worlds where the spiritual realm intersects with everyday life in profound and often unexpected ways. His writings delve into the complexities of belief, the power of redemption, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, offering readers both entertainment and food for thought.
In this compilation, we gather some of the most memorable and thought-provoking quotes from Frank Peretti’s works. Whether you’re seeking wisdom, inspiration, or simply a glimpse into the rich tapestry of his storytelling, these quotes are sure to resonate and stir the imagination. Explore these words of wisdom, and let them ignite your own journey of reflection and discovery. Now, without further ado, delve into the profound words of Frank Peretti below.
I don’t watch television. Frank Peretti
First of all, I was a good Christian kid. My mom and dad taught me never to fight. So I never fought. The other kids picked that up right away. They said, ‘Oh, he’s not going to try to do anything.’ They’d push me, shove me, hit me. I’d just stand there and take it. Frank Peretti
When people get their mind made up about something, then it’s: ‘Don’t bother me with facts.’ They’ve got their minds made up and dismiss you out of hand. Some people don’t even give you a fair hearing. Frank Peretti
The Gospel can stand up to scrutiny. Frank Peretti
There’s nothing sacred about the book you’ve written. The Bible says there’s safety in a multitude of counselors. The movie is the movie, and the book is the book. They’re different critters, and each must stand on their own merits. Frank Peretti
I just feel the need as a writer to try something kind of deep and fulfilling. Frank Peretti
When you are making a movie, there are a zillion cooks in the kitchen, and you don’t always get what you want to do. The story can always go in a different direction than what you would like. You compromise, and there is dealing and bickering. Frank Peretti
It’s man’s nature to abuse knowledge and power, be it in the realm of science, government, or Wall Street. Take God out of the picture, and you have real trouble. Frank Peretti
‘Illusion’ is a story of God’s love and our hunger to find him when we’re separated from him. If I can paint a picture of two people still in love after 40 years, that’s a pretty good message. Frank Peretti
I’m given a lot of credit with opening the doors for Christian fiction. It was kind of a difficult field when I got into it… But I don’t feel like a king. Frank Peretti
Evolution is the key to avoiding the whole issue of God. When you challenge evolution, you’re basically challenging someone on a spiritual level. Frank Peretti
A good book or movie or screenplay should be emotionally satisfying. When they’re done, you want people to breathe a deep sigh and say, ‘Wow.’ Frank Peretti
I like doing thrillers. Frank Peretti
I’m trying to move a little more toward literary fiction while still retaining a popular feel. Frank Peretti
We have a God who loves us. We are in the palm of his hand. He doesn’t leave us, and He doesn’t forsake us. Frank Peretti
My main goal is still for the books to minister in some way, to teach a spiritual truth, to enlighten people. Frank Peretti
At the bottom of a Peretti novel is the biblical view of things, the Christian message. Whether you’re a Christian or not, you’re still going to have to deal with good versus evil. Frank Peretti
When I was a kid, I really got into monsters. Frank Peretti
My earlier books, ‘The Oath,’ ‘This Present Darkness’ were pretty straight adventure. ‘The Visitation’ is like a deeper book, more thought-provoking. It probes at character more. Frank Peretti
Just like all my novels, ‘Illusion’ is a good way to observe where Frank Peretti was in his life when he wrote it. Frank Peretti
Moviemaking is just really neat, and I really like doing that. I’d like to get into it more, but in terms of my role in all of this and in terms of the gift that God has given me, I had to come to the conclusion that my strength is as a storyteller, creating the story. Frank Peretti
I always want to be on the cutting edge. Frank Peretti
If you’re going to read a Peretti book, you’re going to get a message. But the book is a pretty good read. Frank Peretti
When you are writing for the Christian culture, there is a whole gamut of expectations. Frank Peretti
I try to write cinematically. Let me define what I mean by that. First of all, I try to write in a visual way so that the reader can watch a movie in their head. And it keeps moving. I try to structure the stories like a screenplay may be structured. Frank Peretti
I’m a very methodical writer. Before computers, I used reams of paper and stacks of index cards. Frank Peretti
There are writers, and there are readers who want something more. They want to get at the grist of life. Frank Peretti
I’m just a slow writer. I’m picky and careful and fastidious. Frank Peretti
When I first started out writing the ‘Darkness’ books, there was, at least in my mind, a certain sort of rulebook we had to follow. Frank Peretti
I don’t know what idea is going to hit me when. Frank Peretti
I became very timid, very retreating. I wouldn’t talk to anybody. I didn’t look you in the eye. I just had that kind of personality as a kid that basically puts a target on you. Frank Peretti
The Lord God carries us throughout our lives just as a father carries his child. The Lord carried me, and He still is. He made you. He knows what you’re good at. He knows what you can do and what you can become. Trust Him. Love Him. He’ll always love you back. Frank Peretti
I don’t like to write boring books. Frank Peretti
Kids are not going to sit and read a slow-paced book. Neither are adults. Frank Peretti
Some folks run from the doubt and go backward. You try for all the spiritual Band-Aids you can find… when actually, what you need to do is press forward, to accept those doubts and work through them. Frank Peretti
I wanted to write a novel where the meaning is in the story and characters and the subliminal, in the shades and nuances. It’s exciting to develop that as a writer. Frank Peretti
I hear a lot of, ‘I’m a writer because of you.’ It’s not a bad feeling, but it sneaks up on you. You don’t ask for it. Frank Peretti
There’s a reason evolution is a hot-button issue. It’s not just a matter of science, either. It’s a matter of the big questions in life – why are we here, what is truth, where is our moral basis? Frank Peretti
Generally, my notes and outlines comprise more words than my novels. I suppose that’s one reason I’m a comparatively slow writer, something that has always bothered me given the fact that other authors can turn out a book every six months while I usually take about two years. Frank Peretti
The people that usually have the most trouble with my books are the ones that pick them apart from a theological point of view. Frank Peretti
The logical outcome of evolution is that it makes monsters. We turn into monsters because evolution takes away everything that makes us human in the sense of our moral accountability, our moral absolutes, and our idea of being distinct from the animal kingdom. Frank Peretti
I’d like to write a series that, in an adventurous and fun way, teaches kids a way to discern between good and evil, to establish a foundation on moral absolutes. Frank Peretti