HAVE FAITH IN GOD'S PROMISES
Psalm 31:25-28
25) She is clothes with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.
26) When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.
27) She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness.
28) Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her.
I had mentioned recently that during my recovery, I intended to delve deeper into the stories of the women in the Bible. And guess what? I’ve done just that! I was astounded by the similarities among these women. Many of them faced barrenness until their advanced ages. Despite these challenges, they emerged as doers, achievers, brave, powerful, and devoted individuals. What truly united them was their unwavering faith in God, who played a pivotal role in shaping their lives and stories.
God visited the barren and blessed them with children. Sarah, the mother of Isaac at the age of 90, Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist in her old age, and others, including Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, and Manoah’s wife (the mother of Samson), were among these women. These women, especially Sarah, were considered tests of their faith in God’s promises. How could one not have faith in someone who grants the one thing they have always desired—a child?
In today’s world, immaculate conceptions are rare. However, there are numerous alternative ways to welcome a child into your life, such as adoption, fostering, mentoring programs, teaching, and even offering babysitting services to those in need. I volunteered at the school my grandkids, nieces, and nephew attended, working in the library and substituting for teachers when they were unavailable.
As for some of the other women, can you imagine being an independent businesswoman like Lydia? She dyed and sold the purple cloth that was widely used because it symbolized royalty, high status, wealth, and holiness. Then there was Priscilla, one of the first female teachers and a preacher in the early church.
Women in our society have faced challenges in making their mark, but progress is being made. Women-owned businesses are thriving, and more women are sharing their faith from the pulpit and impacting lives.
Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go, I will counsel you with my eye upon you.”
Deborah, the only female judge mentioned in the Bible, even fought alongside Barak. Today, women comprise over 30% of judgeships in federal, district, and circuit courts, and approximately 18% of our active military consists of women.
Throughout the early days of the Bible, God has consistently guided women on their paths, empowering them to shape their lives and achieve their set goals and dreams. What are your dreams? Have you set personal goals? Have you remained steadfast in your faith that God is there to support you in achieving those aspirations?
Psalm 31-29
There are many virtuous, capable women in the world, but you will surpass them all!”
25) She is clothes with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.
26) When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.
27) She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness.
28) Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her.
I had mentioned recently that during my recovery, I intended to delve deeper into the stories of the women in the Bible. And guess what? I’ve done just that! I was astounded by the similarities among these women. Many of them faced barrenness until their advanced ages. Despite these challenges, they emerged as doers, achievers, brave, powerful, and devoted individuals. What truly united them was their unwavering faith in God, who played a pivotal role in shaping their lives and stories.
God visited the barren and blessed them with children. Sarah, the mother of Isaac at the age of 90, Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist in her old age, and others, including Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, and Manoah’s wife (the mother of Samson), were among these women. These women, especially Sarah, were considered tests of their faith in God’s promises. How could one not have faith in someone who grants the one thing they have always desired—a child?
In today’s world, immaculate conceptions are rare. However, there are numerous alternative ways to welcome a child into your life, such as adoption, fostering, mentoring programs, teaching, and even offering babysitting services to those in need. I volunteered at the school my grandkids, nieces, and nephew attended, working in the library and substituting for teachers when they were unavailable.
As for some of the other women, can you imagine being an independent businesswoman like Lydia? She dyed and sold the purple cloth that was widely used because it symbolized royalty, high status, wealth, and holiness. Then there was Priscilla, one of the first female teachers and a preacher in the early church.
Women in our society have faced challenges in making their mark, but progress is being made. Women-owned businesses are thriving, and more women are sharing their faith from the pulpit and impacting lives.
Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go, I will counsel you with my eye upon you.”
Deborah, the only female judge mentioned in the Bible, even fought alongside Barak. Today, women comprise over 30% of judgeships in federal, district, and circuit courts, and approximately 18% of our active military consists of women.
Throughout the early days of the Bible, God has consistently guided women on their paths, empowering them to shape their lives and achieve their set goals and dreams. What are your dreams? Have you set personal goals? Have you remained steadfast in your faith that God is there to support you in achieving those aspirations?
Psalm 31-29
There are many virtuous, capable women in the world, but you will surpass them all!”
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