Learning From Women in Scripture
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Read their stories as Scripture, not as a formula for your own.
Mary listening to Jesus. Martha bringing Him her grief and questions. Lydia opening her home. Tabitha caring for neighbors. These accounts invite us to pay attention to what God is doing, not simply to collect admirable qualities or imagine that faithfulness always produces the same outcome.
Three readings to begin with
Start with Mary of Bethany, continue with Martha's conversation with Jesus, and then read about Mary Magdalene and the risen Jesus. Notice how each account points beyond the person to Christ.
Ten accounts to read with care
- Mary of Bethany Makes Room to Listen (Luke 10:38-42)
- Martha's Conversation With Jesus About Resurrection (John 11:17-27)
- Mary Magdalene Carries News of the Risen Jesus (John 20:11-18)
- Lydia Opens Her Home After Receiving the Gospel (Acts 16:11-15)
- Priscilla Helps Explain the Way of God (Acts 18:24-28)
- Phoebe and the Ministry of Faithful Help (Romans 16:1-2)
- Tabitha's Care Was Woven Into Everyday Life (Acts 9:36-43)
- Anna's Years of Worship and Expectant Hope (Luke 2:36-38)
- Elizabeth Makes Room for Another Woman's Joy (Luke 1:39-45)
- The Courage of the Hebrew Midwives (Exodus 1:15-21)
Questions worth taking slowly
What does the passage actually tell us about this woman? What does it leave unsaid? What do we learn about God, His work, and a faithful response? Avoid filling in motives or details Scripture does not give. Let the text lead the reflection.
The artwork accompanying these readings uses original devotional wording. It is encouragement shaped by the reading, not an additional Bible verse.
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