Brett and Sara have lived a life of counting pennies to get through each day; wondering when the Lord would see fit to provide a raise to the people who remained faithful to Him. They believed that the Lord would provide abundance to those who were faithful in their lives and giving; and they had given more than what hurt; but they still struggled through each day. Little did they know, Satan was planning their destruction with a large sum of money. When a patient who Sara had been helping for years dies, he leaves his entire 6 million dollar fortune to her. Will Brett and Sara remain true to the Lord with everything at their fingertips? Will what they believe to be the ultimate provision actually be their destruction?
The Bible says several times, in different ways, that money is the root of all evil. It can lead to a person’s eternal destruction. One Step Away is encouraging for Christians everywhere who have wondered why God has not provided for them in the way that they have wished. I was able to relate to the Vreeland family to the point where it actually hurt me every time someone said they were not faithful enough; because if they were, God would have given them an abundance. The Word says that those who are faithful with a little will be put in charge of a lot; but some of the most faithful Christians are struggling. There are Christians who have lost everything and are being persecuted in other countries. There are starving families who remain faithful even when they don’t get to eat for days. The story was a reminder that Elyon has a reason for everything. We can never understand His reasons; but He always provides what He sees fit to provide at the time. He is faithful and He knows what He is doing; but those of us who struggle are often considered to be less of Christians than those who are not struggling. This couldn’t be less true.
It was great to read a story about a normal every day family who was trying to live a life worthy of the gospel they carry. There was nothing fake about these characters. They are real to the reader. It was also a reminder of Satan’s activity in the world. We are being constantly tested to prove our faith. Will we be able to pass the test?
“One Step Away” did not disappoint! If you are looking for a book that will challenge your faith and encourage you to build your armor against the enemy, this book is for you. If you are looking for an amazing page-turner, this book is for you. If you want a book that will keep you anxious to know what happens next, you have to read this book! I’ve never read a book by Eric Wilson before; but I am sure to read more in the future! I can’t wait to read his next book “Two Seconds Late”. Both “One Step Away” and “Two Seconds Late” are part of his “By the Numbers” series. In the “By the Numbers” series, Eric Wilson is writing modern-day stories that relate to old Biblical stories. In “One Step Away”, Eric explored the story of Job. In “Two Seconds Late”, he will explore Esther. I am very excited about the next book! I hope to see many more fans of Eric Wilson soon!
*I received a copy of "One Step Away" from Bay Forest Books in exchange for my honest review*
