Three Sisters (Includes Exclusive Interview with the Author)
Heather Morris concludes The Tattooist of Auschwitz series with another shocking and inspiring novel, Three Sisters.
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Lord, when will it be my turn? Am I going to be alone forever?
After attending a wedding this past week, rather than coming home happy for the bride and groom (though I was), my hope dwindled as I listened to Satan's little whispers telling me that I would never have that kind of love and am not worthy of the things I desire.
Are you in a season of waiting? Maybe you’re waiting for God to finally open the door for you to have a relationship. Maybe you’re waiting to move house. Maybe you’re waiting for a new job opportunity. Maybe you’re waiting for God to speak to you during this time of hardship. Whatever you're waiting for, I want to encourage you that it's not through our ways or understanding that God will answer your prayers, but HIS!
You may have an idea in your mind of how things will happen, but are you prepared for God to direct you in another direction?
I'll admit, I've imagined how I'll one day meet a guy, and we'll wind up talking for hours until, over time, the relationship blossoms beyond anything I've experienced before. Nevertheless, as my hopes for this meet-cute came crashing down the night I returned home from the wedding, I felt the Lord speak to me over the enemy's whispers. He said, "Hannah, you have all of these ideas, but you doubt that I don't know what you need. Leave it to Me. Trust in Me. I will open each door when the time is right. Stop trying to do MY job. All you need to do is focus on Me, and as I continue to shine a light on the paths you should take, then MY Will will be done! Do you trust Me to bring you what you NEED rather than what you think you want? Do you trust that My understanding and knowledge is greater than your own?"
Leave it all to God! Pray, seek, and walking in obedience. I promise, your prayers are being heard; but, until we submit our ways to God and lay our lives at His feet, we will continue to walk in our human understanding, which is incomparable to the will and purposes God has in store! Don't lose hope! God's timing is perfect, and He will make your paths straight when you trust in Him and lean on Him rather than yourself!
As I’ve been reading Michael Todd’s recent release, Crazy Faith, I was struck by his observation of Peter walking on water. Michael explained that while many people focus on Peter looking away from Jesus/Yeshua, he wanted to highlight the faith it took for Peter to step out of the boat and take those few steps toward our Savior in the first place! Michael writes, “You may feel like you’re standing on the edge of the boat waiting for God, but He’s out on the water waiting for you.”
September was all about getting out of my comfort zone. After begging God to take me out of isolation, He showed me that it is a choice to remain behind closed doors. While I may be surrounded by people who speak another language than me, God has a plan and purpose for my being here; however, it all begins with taking that first step of faith!
I want to live my life with the faith Peter had when he got out of the boat and walked toward Yeshua — making the impossible possible — and I want to encourage you that you can do the same!
Have you been asking God for direction? Are you struggling to understand what you should be doing in this season of your life?
Take the time to soak in prayer and preparation. And, then, STEP OUT OF THE BOAT!
I'm seeing so many people declaring the end of the world and preaching about the times we're living in, but very few are speaking about pressing into the present! Instead, you have "prophets" looking up at the sky, watching the news for more "signs," and encouraging people to store up provisions for the coming tribulation (whatever happened to 'storing up treasures in heaven?)
With so much noise comes confusion, and I feel like people are struggling to know what they should be doing at this time. Yes, we live in a precarious era, but the last time I checked, that doesn't mean our stories have come to an end, or our work is any less important! The present is HERE, and it's not to be wasted! I don't believe this is the hour for isolation or "running for the hills," but of proclamation and obedience! Now is the time to be honing in on the work God has called us to do and shining a light as we bring glory to His name and serve others!
Where are the people willing to step out of their bubbles and minister to the lost and searching? Where are the ones who will share HOPE and LOVE rather than fear and condemnation? Where are the groups that will shout Yeshua's name and be a testimony to the rest of the world?
The lost are waiting to meet their Savior, but how can they hear the true gospel if we're locking ourselves up prematurely, condemning those living in the world, and only associating with like-minded believers? Let's get to work in the harvest fields and be a VOICE in the sea of confusion, fear, sickness, unbelief, and hatred!
I’m going to be completely honest, this has been a rough week, and I’ve struggled to feel positive as discouragement has weighed me down. From the enemy's lies telling me that I’m not worth anything and that my efforts will all be in vain to watching my friends explore and build community, it's been tough to see the good in my circumstances. Nevertheless, as I pressed into the Word and poured my heart before the Father, I was reminded that each of us are on separate journeys and will experience different seasons of prosperity and change. I might not understand why God has brought me to where I am, but that doesn’t mean I’m stuck where no joy or hope can be found!
God listens to your prayers, and when you desire something, if it is acceptable to Him, He will make a way and provide for your needs! The enemy can tell you all the lies he wants, but they will NEVER discount the truth. So, don’t listen to the whispers in your ear telling you that you’re not enough. Don’t believe the doubt that says your work is useless. Don’t listen to the fear that creeps into your mind when you’re lonely and makes you think you’ll never find a partner to spend your life with!
Instead, listen to what the Word of God says. You are CHOSEN. You are LOVED. You are CALLED. (Ephesians 1:4-6; 1 Corinthians 15:58)
“For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will— to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves.” Ephesians 1:4-6
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58
Take heart; you are in the right place and are not alone! In fact, be of good cheer because you were brought here for such time as this! God is with you and there is a reason for these trials, so don’t give up! There is work to be done, and God has chosen you to do it!
What are you waiting for? Dedicate this day to seeking the Father and stepping out of your comfort zone. Your perspective will never change if you keep sitting at home wishing for more without actually doing something to make it happen!
“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8
Stand in the Gap - Prayer
In a time where so many people are going through trials, battling illnesses, or mourning the loss of loved ones, it’s our duty as believers to stand in the gap. Though our instinct can be to race to the frontlines and fight beside those struggling to find strength, sometimes God calls us to stay in the back and intercede on their behalf. Whether you’re on the frontlines or praying in the back, God hears your requests and is doing mighty things! We might not understand why everything is happening the way it is, but by pressing into the Spirit and meditating on the Word, we will find the strength to get through another day and take that step closer to breakthrough!
James 5:16, “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
Who in your circle is having a hard time right now? Dedicate this week to pray for them and send words of encouragement as they seek strength, wisdom, peace, and comfort from our Commander in Chief, Yeshua Ha’Mashiach (Jesus Christ)
Stand in the Gap - Prayer
In a time where so many people are going through trials, battling illnesses, or mourning the loss of loved ones, it’s our duty as believers to stand in the gap. Though our instinct can be to race to the frontlines and fight beside those struggling to find strength, sometimes God calls us to stay in the back and intercede on their behalf. Whether you’re on the frontlines or praying in the back, God hears your requests and is doing mighty things! We might not understand why everything is happening the way it is, but by pressing into the Spirit and meditating on the Word, we will find the strength to get through another day and take that step closer to breakthrough!
James 5:16, “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.”
Who in your circle is having a hard time right now? Dedicate this week to pray for them and send words of encouragement as they seek strength, wisdom, peace, and comfort from our Commander in Chief, Yeshua Ha’Mashiach (Jesus Christ)
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