The African ProstituteDr. Patience Turtoe-Sanders, author
Celebration International Life Ministry
ISBN: 1-4257-5434-1
Recommended Book
Have you ever wondered how some people who experience major difficulties in their lives are able to keep a good spirit? Are you curious about those who are successful despite all the problems that come their way?
Dr. Patience Turtoe-Sanders is one such person, and it was her faith and hope in God that brought triumph over tragedy. Born in Nigeria, Dr. Patience now writes Christian, faith-based stories as a part of her ministry. You can view her website by going to www.DoctorPatience.org.
The author of nine books, Dr. Patience is the founder of Celebrate Life International Ministry and also hosts a local cable television show. The book I read is titled, The African Prostitute. I don’t read much fiction, but this story captured my interest and I read it through until finished—because I wanted to know what happened next!
It is the story of two families bound by cultural custom but changed through their faith in God. It is also a story of salvation, commitment and forgiveness without taking a superior moral ground that looks down upon those caught up in sin.
The story is told through the lives of two girls in their youth, Becky and Janda, both in large families living in poverty in Nigeria. Becky comes to Jesus Christ through the pastor of The People’s Church who was himself converted from dishonesty to faith. Becky’s strong faith influences her family and others around her.
Both Becky and Janda are struggling to find the needed tuition money to keep themselves and their siblings in school. Becky believes that without a doubt God will provide. Janda, however, at the suggestion of her father, believes the only way to provide is through turning to prostitution.
It is at this point that an unlikely turn enters into the story, and the question becomes, who is going to cast the first stone? Can the faith of one girl nearing adulthood change the lives of a whole village?
This book held my attention. I recommend The African Prostitute, and think it suitable both for adults and senior high youth, women and men, for Christian homeschooling families, Christian youth groups and Christian book clubs, it is an excellent book for discussion and also cross-cultural teaching and ministries.
babamarusia is Mary Katherine May, who with husband Rick owns QualityMusicandBooks, a Christian music, book and gifts webstore. The retail location in Minneapolis, MN is currently in the process of relocation.
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