Introduction The Woman at the Well! What more can be said about one of the most explored texts of the New Testament? How can we, as women, who have heard this …
Faith in the Time of Crisis and Chaos – The Story of Jochebed
“Every woman has a story AND every woman’s story matters to God”. (Tabitha’s Daughters) INTRODUCTION The planet Earth is on a divine pause and God has pushed the button. It is clear, especially to those who honor and love the Lord that God is speaking and humanity is now compelled to listen. The grandiose plans …
More Than What You See – I Am Woman!!!!!!
INTRODUCTION: In the “beginnings” of the Bible, in the book of Genesis, we find one of the most recognizable stories of Scripture – the story of Adam and Eve. Regardless of one’s familiarity with the Bible, whether a scholar, a student, a preacher, or simply someone who has little to no interest in Scripture …
“Born this Way.” The Story of the Phenomenal Hospitality Minister, – Mary, John Mark’s Mother
Tabitha’s Daughters – “Every woman has a story AND every woman’s story matters to God.” INTRODUCTION – In the period of time between Jesus’ resurrection and ascension, to the holy day which Scripture describes as “the day of Pentecost,” in the book of Acts, what was it like for Jesus’ followers? How did they manage …
“My Help Cometh from the Lord” – The Story of the Woman with Jars of Oil
INTRODUCTION As we, humanity, move through one of the most provocative and disturbing times in recent history, the divine irony of God is evident for the entire globe. Nature, through the genesis of trees, animals, air, water, and land is making an amazing comeback. By a forced global sabbatical, God is replenishing the earth without …
The Fierce Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control & the Story of Herodias
The anticipation and celebration of a brand new decade, only four months ago, pales in comparison to a global pandemic that threatens to overtake humanity on six of the earth’s seven continents. So, while it seems inconceivable to be at this juncture, at this time, the ideas of social distancing and self-quarantine are the new …
The Journey to Justice – Why Justice Should Matter to the Daughters of God
INTRODUCTION The unfolding of humanity is found within the power of story. This is a primary reason why holy Scripture, an ancient collection of writings, which predates science and rationality by thousands of years, has so much resonance and value for contemporary believers. As black women, and especially because we are considering Black History month, …
” A Cry for Freedom!” – The Story of the Divining Enslaved Woman
INTRODUCTION “PERSPECTIVE……What you see depends not only on what you look at, but also, on where you look from.” – James Deacon The director and writer of the movie “Harriet” was asked in a recent interview why she chose NOT to focus on the brutality, violence, and the dehumanizing aspects of slavery, like those found …
The Spiritual Practice of Letting Go – The Story of Mary Magdalene
INTRODUCTION “There is a right time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens. (Ecclesiastes 3:1) Spiritual Exercise: Consider a leaf and the tree it was attached to until recently. Thinking like the tree that must released the leaf, imagine how the tree feels, as this leaf and a hundred others begin to …
THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND!
INTRODUCTION Scripture is clear on the subject of friendship. Friendship is a gift from God. We often have heard it said that we can’t choose our family; but we can choose our friends. This sounds wise; but consider another way of looking at this suggestion. True friends are not chosen – they are sent by …
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