The Life of Lillian Trasher: Nile Mother

by Beth Prim Howell, Bruno Andrade (Editor)

"Do you mean to say you have no food for tomorrow?" the Egyptian man sputtered. "Well, yes” Lillian replied. The man exclaimed, "How awful! Will you be able to sleep tonight?" One of the orphan girls laughed out loud and “Why? Mama never has any food for tomorrow, and she never loses sleep over it!” Arriving in Egypt late in 1910 with her sister Jennie and less than $100, a dying woman soon gave her baby to Lillian to take care of her and others like her. On February 10, 1911 she opened, what became, the Lillian Trasher Orphanage, where she lived entirely on faith and charitable contributions, often not having food for more than one day. She traveled on donkeys and sailed by boat; one time, her boat nearly sank. She contracted the bubonic plague, but survived. When Lillian Trasher founded Egypt's first orphanage, others thought that an American woman, all by herself, with no means of support would surely be killed or starve to death. But Lillian - certain of God's guidance - stood by her earlier promise to Him, "If I can ever do anything for You, just let me know - and I'll do it." In the midst of poverty, war and deadly epidemics, Lillian faced each day with a heart of trust, modeling the life she hoped her children would someday live in their own homes. During fifty tumultuous years, the Mother of the Nile cared for thousands of desperate children, with unwavering faith that God does indeed look after the orphans.

227 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 11, 2018

Reviews

[Miriam Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Note: This particular book is not well made. There are typos and the structure of the story is poor.

Lillian’s testimony will always be my favorite. I first read her story as a six year old and she instantly became my biggest role model, 16 years later nothing had changed. Her insane reliance on God in all circumstances is what speaks to me the most. In famine, sickness, betrayal, heartbreak, fire, flood, and war her prayers were humble and faithful. This book has reminded me not to underestimate what God can do with a life that is fully surrendered to His will. “If I can ever do anything for You, just let me know - and I’ll do it. “ - Lillian Trasher

[Jessica McFalls · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful, encouraging story of Faith and God's miraculous provision

It was an easy read. It was also encouraging to be reminded of God's faithfulness to provide all that is needed!

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great story of faith but so many typos. Too bad there seems to have been no proof reading. It made it hard to read.