It Was Supposed to Be Forever: A Christian Novel

A Heart-Wrenching Tale of Love, Faith, and the Cost of Disobedience Lorena had saved her heart for a love that would honor God. Roberto was charming, passionate, and seemed willing to change everything for her. Against biblical counsel and the warnings of her family and pastor, Lorena chose to believe in their love, convinced it was strong enough to bridge the gap between their two different worlds. What begins as a dream romance quickly unravels into a quiet nightmare. It Was Supposed to Be Forever is a powerful Christian novel that explores the painful reality of an “unequal yoke”—the biblical warning against marrying outside the faith. Through the poignant story of Lorena and Roberto, author Anilton Oliveira delivers a gripping narrative that is both a cautionary tale and a testament to God’s enduring grace. Follow their journey from exhilarating first love to a wedding day full of hope, and then into the slow erosion of a marriage built on shifting sand. Witness Lorena’s struggle as her faith is tested, her dreams fade, and she must face the consequences of a choice made against wisdom. This novel is more than a story; it’s a mirror for anyone who has ever let their heart overrule their convictions. It asks difficult questions: Can love truly conquer all, even fundamental differences in faith and values? What happens when the passion fades and reality sets in? Where can we find hope and redemption when our dreams fall apart? Perfect for readers who enjoy heartfelt Christian fiction that doesn’t shy away from real-life struggles, will captivate you from the first page and leave you reflecting long after the last. It is a story of love lost, lessons learned, and the unfailing mercy that promises to make all things new. Discover a story that could save a heart from a lifetime of regret.