Day 7 of 31 Days: From Enemy to Heir
To find the beginning of the story, click here.
Every seventh day during the 31 Days challenge, we will take a Sabbath rest from the story and turn our eyes back to the Scriptures from which it was shamelessly plagiarized. It is my desire that we take these days to think about and pray over the passages I have highlighted. If you are reading this series to your children, read these passages too. You might be amazed at how well your children put the pieces together!
My kids, who have started to expect a new chapter as part of their bedtime routine (they get the privileged of hearing it before all of you), were a little disappointed that today’s “chapter” was just a verse.
Then they read Ephesians 2:13 and 19.
“Wow, Mom,” Jonathan said. “That is just perfect for our story!”
Yes, it is. He will learn what plagiarism means later. For now, it is enough that he knows that his mom did not just make this story up. God wrote it first.
If you have some time today, you might also want to compare the story with what you know about salvation. Here are some questions to get you started:
1) In what ways are you like Obscurity?
2) Why was the Enchanter described as beautiful, but the prince as plain? Can you think of some Scriptures to back up your answer?
3) How does the prince fit your understanding of Jesus?
4) From Enemy to Heir is the story of salvation, and beyond. Have you felt Jesus calling for you to come? How have you responded? If you have not accepted His invitation, why are you resisting? What fears do you have that keep you from running into His arms?
5) If you have been rescued by the Prince, tell someone. Read this series with your children or with a friend and tell them about the One who saved you from a life of obscurity. Because this is not just any story. This is your story.
Tell it.
*The story continues tomorrow with Day 8.
Kristi, are you going to publish this story as a book? I love your questions today. They’re questions that naturally were roaming around in my mind as I read your story and I appreciate that I’m asked to consider them again. It reinforces the work that the Spirit is doing within me. Thank you!
I love the way you’ve lead us chapter by chapter, and you’re right – it does parallel the Bible! Your writing style is just beautiful and it’s blessing so many people. May God continue to bless you as you’ve blessed us.
With love,
Amanda
Thank you, Amanda. I don’t know what will come of this story. It’s just been on my heart to write ever since I spoke at several MOPS groups and used a very shortened version of this story as the introduction. People always asked if I had a hard copy they could take and read to their kids, or give to someone they knew who was struggling. Some people just wanted my notes, but my notes wouldn’t have made sense to anyone but me. 🙂 So, I thought this was a good time to put it all down, and add all the stuff I didn’t have time for in a 45-minute lecture. We’ll see what God does with it.
Kristen,
Thank you so much for a wonderful depiction of our Savior’s love. Thank you for sharing of your busy days to bless all of us anxiously awaiting the next installment!
Kathy
Thanks, Kathy! It has been busy, but it has been good. It blesses me to spend so much of my day meditating on God’s truths.
God has given you an amazing gift for writing. I am enjoying your posts. Thank you for glorifying God and serving others.
Thank you so much, Heather. It really is a joy. God made me to write, and I am happiest when I am doing that.
Yes. Looking for more opportunities to share.