God created us as social creatures who need to connect and interact with each other, forming and nurturing relationships. When God created Adam and Eve, the entire reason is initially presented as so they could be together because it is not good for the man to be alone (Genesis 2:18). It's the same situation in…
As a Psychology Professor and as a human being in general, I'm very well aware of anxiety struggles in life. I tend to be pretty open with my students about my own struggles with anxiety and related topics when relevant in class. Once at the end of a semester, a student mentioned being a Christian…
Many years ago, God made promises to a man named Abraham. These promises were for a family, a land, and to be a blessing for the whole earth (Genesis 22:15-18). Indeed, Abraham had many sons, starting with Ishmael and later Isaac (Genesis 16:15, Genesis 21:2). Abraham lived with his family in Israel, called Canaan in…
In "Esther of Persia," Patricia Herdoiza Hernández captures the essence of an era where destiny was written in the sands of vast empires and the will of a single individual could shape the fate of nations. This novel is a profound exploration of the historical and personal growth of Queen Esther, who, against all odds,…
In the heart of ancient Persia's opulent courts, a story unfolds that transcends time and culture. Patricia Herdoiza Hernández's "Esther of Persia" brings to life the tale of Esther, a figure of enduring strength and wisdom. This book is more than just a retelling of a biblical narrative; it is a deep dive into the…
Recent release “Esther; Queen of Persia,” from Covenant Books author Patricia Herdoiza Hernández, is a retelling of the Old Testament's Book of Esther that follows Esther, who is told she must hide her Jewish identity from everyone, including her new husband, King Xerxes. But when a plan is hatched to kill the Jews in Persia,…