Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:17 She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. The Proverbs 31 woman approaches her work with energy and determination. She tackles her responsibilities with enthusiasm and strength, indicating her physical and mental resilience. ""Her arms are strong for her tasks"" means that she is well-prepared and … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Hardworking
Women of the Bible
The Proverbs 31 Woman: Trustworthiness
Bible Verse: Proverbs 31:11-12Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. Trustworthiness is a foundational virtue emphasized in the description of the Proverbs 31 woman. The virtuous wife is someone her husband can rely on consistently. Her actions are … Continue reading The Proverbs 31 Woman: Trustworthiness
The Shunammite Woman: Hospitality and Generosity
Bible Verse: 2 Kings 4:8-10 8 One day Elisha went to Shunem. And a well-to-do woman was there, who urged him to stay for a meal. So whenever he came by, he stopped there to eat. 9 She said to her husband, “I know that this man who often comes our way is a holy … Continue reading The Shunammite Woman: Hospitality and Generosity
The Widow of Zarephath: Trusting in God’s Provisions
Bible Verse: 1 Kings 17:15-16 15 She went away and did as Elijah had told her. So there was food every day for Elijah and for the woman and her family. 16 For the jar of flour was not used up and the jug of oil did not run dry, in keeping with the word … Continue reading The Widow of Zarephath: Trusting in God’s Provisions
Jezebel: Warning Against Idolatry and Manipulation
Bible Verse: 1 Kings 21:25 There was never anyone like Ahab, who sold himself to do evil in the eyes of the Lord, urged on by Jezebel his wife. Jezebel’s story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of idolatry, immorality, and defiance against God. As a Phoenician princess and the wife of King … Continue reading Jezebel: Warning Against Idolatry and Manipulation
Esther: Courage and Faithfulness
Bible Verse: Esther 4:14 For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?” Esther's story in the Bible is … Continue reading Esther: Courage and Faithfulness
Vashti: Dignity and Self-Respect
Bible Verse: Esther 1:12 But when the attendants delivered the king’s command, Queen Vashti refused to come. Vashti's story in the Book of Esther is often overlooked, especially her refusal to appear before King Xerxes and his guests. When Vashti refused the king's demand to parade her beauty at his banquet, she knowingly risked facing … Continue reading Vashti: Dignity and Self-Respect
Hannah: Prayer, Gratitude, and Keeping Promises
Bible Verse: 1 Samuel 1:10 Hannah's story begins with her sadness and her inability to conceive a child. She prayed fervently to God, promising that if she became a mother, she'd dedicate her child to Him. God heard her prayers and Hannah gave birth to a son, Samuel, whose name means "heard of God" or … Continue reading Hannah: Prayer, Gratitude, and Keeping Promises
Naomi: Strength of Character
Bible Verse: Ruth 2:20 “The Lord bless him!" Naomi said to her daughter-in-law. "He has not stopped showing his kindness to the living and the dead." Strength of character includes attributes like resilience, integrity, courage, and wisdom, enabling an individual to face challenges with determination and act in ways that are consistent with their values … Continue reading Naomi: Strength of Character