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Four Tamars: Searching for Meaning in Difficult Circumstances
What do you do when faced with the unthinkable?
How do you find hope in the darkness of overwhelming circumstances?
Tina Royer shares her story of walking that road and discovering that the Tamars of Scripture walked it too.
The first Tamar we encounter is a story of widowhood and neglect, the second Tamar is an assault survivor, and the third Tamar represents hope. Perhaps it is the fourth tamar, the reference to the strong tree of biblical times, that gives us the assurance that no matter the abuse and darkness of our past, God can transform us into a pillar of strength to help others.
The author writes, “Not everyone can relate to the type of darkness I went through. I know that. But there’s a chance you’re going to minister to people who’ve gone through worse. And God’s got to be able to trust you to look on them with love and compassion.” This book instills in us that compassion for helping others on their journey to becoming whole through God. Whether you are looking for hope in difficult circumstances or needing a resource to help you minister to someone who is going through such an experience, this book illustrates the healing that can take place when we put our trust in God.
How do you find hope in the darkness of overwhelming circumstances?
Tina Royer shares her story of walking that road and discovering that the Tamars of Scripture walked it too.
The first Tamar we encounter is a story of widowhood and neglect, the second Tamar is an assault survivor, and the third Tamar represents hope. Perhaps it is the fourth tamar, the reference to the strong tree of biblical times, that gives us the assurance that no matter the abuse and darkness of our past, God can transform us into a pillar of strength to help others.
The author writes, “Not everyone can relate to the type of darkness I went through. I know that. But there’s a chance you’re going to minister to people who’ve gone through worse. And God’s got to be able to trust you to look on them with love and compassion.” This book instills in us that compassion for helping others on their journey to becoming whole through God. Whether you are looking for hope in difficult circumstances or needing a resource to help you minister to someone who is going through such an experience, this book illustrates the healing that can take place when we put our trust in God.
145 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2024
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July 30, 2025
An incredible story that I’ll point young people to time and time again. So thankful for the hand of God that shepherded Sis. Royer into the amazing testimony and woman of God that she is. To know her as she is today and read of where she’s been brought from is a powerful witness to what God can do in a life.
October 22, 2024
WOW! Thank you, Tina Royer, for sharing your testimony. Indeed, you are a “Tamar: a fruit-bearing palm.” I highly recommend this book to every pastor and saint. I only wish I could make it required reading for those I am privileged to serve.
October 7, 2025
Four Tamars was phenomenal! Her testimony is powerful and inspiring, showing how God can turn shame into hope and healing. This book is such an encouragement and a reminder that we are never too broken for redemption. Truly uplifting and life-changing!
July 4, 2024
Tina’s story is the definition of Genesis 50:20.♥️
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