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The story of Naomi in the Bible has long been one that fascinated me, as a woman of the Bible her story stands out in the midst of others, not because of her leadership skills like Ester, or Deborah, not because of her prayers like Hannah’s prayers for a child in 1 Samuel. We know …
The season of Advent is upon us! It is a time when Christians prepare for Christmas. There are many traditions that go with this special time. Some people light candles each day to remind themselves of God’s mercy; others give gifts to those in need. But no matter what you do during Advent, your focus …
The story of Rahab in the Bible has long been one of my favorites, her story of redemption and salvation, along with her courage, wisdom, and faith are striking examples of what can do in the lives of ordinary people. It’s a living testament of the power of our God, and how He can use …
Are you a praying woman? Do you wonder if God hears your prayers or if he listens to women at all? Throughout Scripture, women have played an important role. We see mothers raising god-fearing children who change the world as well as sisters stepping into dangerous jobs to help all the while working alongside female …
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Deborah in the Bible is probably one of the best-known women in the Bible, ask most Christians to name a woman in the Bible and you’ll probably hear her name come. But do we truly know this heroic woman of the Bible? The story of Deborah in the Bible is one that is inspiring and …
How does the Parable of the Good Samaritan relate to our lives today? Have you ever been waiting in your car at a red light, or out shopping, and been asked for money by a down-and-out person? What did you do? Did you help? Did you squirm with discomfort and apologize that you don’t have …
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In the hustle and bustle of today’s busy lifestyles, it is so important that we get a daily break from the chaos to feed on God’s Word. That is why daily devotionals are so great! And while many of us keep a pocket devotional in our purse, most ALL of us never leave home without …
Have you ever felt like a prodigal daughter or son? The Parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most well-known stories in all of Christianity. It is often used to illustrate forgiveness, redemption, and reconciliation. But what does it really mean? What does this parable represent symbolically? And how can we apply these …
Who is Esther? You might have heard her name in a Sunday School lesson, a sermon, or in a Bible Study. She is, of course, a woman who lived in Old Testament times and there is a book of the Bible named after her. She is famous for many reasons and we will look at …
Jesus used a lot of parables when He taught. In essence, parables are short stories that compare two things, usually a physical object with a spiritual one. Stories were often used in Jesus’ ministry because he could use them to bring across his point in a way that would be memorable. At one point in …
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