Monica's impact on Augustine's Life

In the temple of the Lord, (year 1100 BCE.) lies a woman in deep grief. Her loud wailing and crying can be heard a far off. She prays for a son. Nine months later, a baby boy is born. This boy, Samuel, grows up to be one of the most influential leaders in the history of God's nation. 1,470 years later a similar woman lies grieving in the temple. This time she pleads for the salvation of her son. In her prayers, a dream visits her. She is comforted. She calls for a priest, and begins her pleading. "Instruct my son," she cries! "teach him of his wrong ways." The priest answers in wisdom. "Pray, be patient, and have faith." The mother returns to the temple, and cries again in anguish. Nine years later, her son is born again. This boy, Augustine, goes on to be one of the most influential leaders in Christian History.