Bible Verse: John 12:3 Then Mary took about a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume; she poured it on Jesus’ feet and wiped his feet with her hair. Mary of Bethany is best known in the Bible for her acts of deep devotion and worship toward Jesus. She was the sister of Martha and Lazarus, and … Continue reading Mary of Bethany: Devotion and Worship
Women of the Bible
The Proverbs 31 Woman: Reverence
Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. In today's world, women are often praised for their charm and beauty. Charm involves being pleasant, attractive, and engaging in a way that captivates others, typically through a combination of charisma, grace, and … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Reverence
The Proverbs 31 Woman: Strength and Dignity
Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:25 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. A Proverbs 31:25 woman demonstrates both physical and emotional strength. Her strength is evident in her ability to support and nurture her family, pursue her passions, and stand firm in her beliefs. This strength is derived … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Strength and Dignity
The Proverbs 31 Woman: Prudence
Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:16 She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. Proverbs 31:16 describes the virtuous woman as prudent, meaning she acts with care and thought for the future. She applies careful planning, caution, and good judgment in practical matters. By considering a field before purchasing it, … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Prudence
The Proverbs 31 Woman: Noble Character
Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. A wife of noble character is exceptionally rare and precious. Her value is compared to that of rubies, she is exceedingly valuable and cherished. This verse points out the high regard and esteem in which a … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Noble Character
Ruth: The Importance of Family
Bible Verse: Ruth 4:13 So Boaz took Ruth and she became his wife. When he made love to her, the Lord enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. Family plays an important role throughout the Book of Ruth, starting with Ruth’s loyalty and devotion to her mother-in-law Naomi. Even though Ruth’s … Continue reading Ruth: The Importance of Family
Ruth: Hard Work and Diligence
Bible Verse: Ruth 2:7 She said, ‘Please let me glean and gather among the sheaves behind the harvesters.’ She came into the field and has remained here from morning till now, except for a short rest in the shelter. Ruth is portrayed as a diligent worker, tirelessly gleaning in the fields from morning until evening, … Continue reading Ruth: Hard Work and Diligence
Ruth: Loyalty
Bible Verse: Ruth 1:16 But Ruth said, 'Do not urge me to leave you or turn back from following you; for where you go, I will go, and where you lodge, I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God, my God. In the Book of Ruth, Elimelek, along with his wife … Continue reading Ruth: Loyalty
Deborah: Leadership and Wisdom
Bible Verse: Judges 4:4-5 4 Now Deborah, a prophet, the wife of Lappidoth, was leading Israel at that time. 5 She held court under the Palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites went up to her to have their disputes decided. Deborah’s story is … Continue reading Deborah: Leadership and Wisdom
Leah: Resilience
Bible Verse: Genesis 29:17 Leah had weak eyes, but Rachel had a lovely figure and was beautiful. The Bible speaks of the daughters of Laban, Leah's appearance and her sister Rachel's beauty. Jacob had fallen for Rachel but was deceived into marrying Leah by her father Laban. Later, after agreeing to work another seven years, … Continue reading Leah: Resilience
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