Women in the Bible
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Esther
Esther is one of two women who have a book of the Bible named after them. She would become a deliverer of her people. She was an orphan from the tribe of Benjamin. She was a Jewish girl being raised by her cousin, Mordecai. King Ahasuerus was on the throne during the period of Esther.
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Mary
Originally posted 12/19/23 As Christmas draws closer, Mary becomes a prominent figure as we focus on the birth of Christ. Nativity scenes are being pulled out of boxes and displayed. Images of Mary holding a baby appear on many Christmas cards. You can read more about the history of the nativity here: What is a
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Phoebe
Originally posted on 11/28/23 Romans 16:1-2 Many people seem surprised when they find out that I don’t think women should be pastors. I’ve been asked how I could believe that. For me it is simple–the Bible does not permit it. Most people would agree that I am an opinionated person. When it comes to what
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Priscilla
Origially posted 11/21/23 Acts 18:2 ESV And he found a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, recently come from Italy with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had commanded all the Jews to leave Rome. And he went to see them, Acts 18:18 ESV After this, Paul stayed many days longer and then took leave
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Huldah
Originally posted 11/14/23 2 Kings 22:14-20; 2 Chronicles 34:22-28 Huldah was a prophetess while King Josiah reigned as king. Josiah was a God-fearing king. The temple was being rebuilt and the Book of the Law had not been located. We do not know much about Huldhah except what is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 34:22 “So
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Deborah (Judges 4-5)
Originally posted 11/7/23 Deborah was a judge during a time of great lawlessness. As the book of Judges unfolds, it shows the lack of obedience to rid the land of the Canaanites. Israel was neglecting to do what God had asked. Judges 4:1 states, “And the people of Israel again did what was evil in