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She is born in Ur of the Chaldeans, where she worships many gods. But then she marries Abram and starts a journey, both physical and spiritual. It is an epic story filled with laughter and tears.
Sarah becomes the mother of a nation – actually two nations. It is interesting how relevant her story has become since 9/11!
Sarah was one of my original characters and she has grown immensely since her debut in the spring of 1995. Of course, in telling her story, we are also hearing Abraham's story - a story of great faith from a man who was willing to leave his life behind and "go out" in obedience to the call of God. Sarah's part in this is open for conjecture. We know she followed him, but how she felt about it - we do not know. I chose to make her somewhat resistant and unenthusiastic about this plan. Life was very good in Haran, and her husband was asking her to leave everything she knew (and we mustn't forget he had done it once already when she was a young bride) and take off for parts unknown. It is important to note that we know they went to Canaan, but when they left Haran, they had no idea where they were going - they just "went out." Now that is an act of faith.
 
But how can I apply that to my life? God hasn't asked my husband to pack his bags and leave for parts unknown. But God has asked me to pack up some of my desires, my agenda and "go out" with this WOB ministry. I don't know what I will encounter when I arrive at my destination. Sometimes the accommodations are lavish, other times very modest. I may encounter a bounty of food I can eat, or I may have to make do. At the location of the event, the facilities can be perfect for me or it can be incredibly challenging.
Abraham and Sarah must have encountered many surprises along the way - some good, some very difficult.
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