Sarai/Sarah....


Genesis 17 tells a lot about her. Here her name is changed from Sarai to Sarah, which means 'princess'. Abraham is also told that she shall be a 'mother of nations; kings of people shall be of her.' (vs 16)


At this stage, Sarah was 90 years old, certainly way past the normal time for child bearing. She had been barren up to this point, so if she was to have a child it would certainly be a miracle.


I know that Sarah would have felt great sorrow in not being able to have a child. She would have come to accept the fact, but it would have always been there in her mind and heart. To imagine her great joy and surprise when she heard Heavenly messengers telling Abraham that she would have a son is not surprising.


Sarah was an amazing woman, and I love reading her story. I am astounded by her faith and courage, and her incredible fortitude.