![]() When this is done, I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. “Then Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: ‘Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. The book of Esther explains how she helped save God’s people. Despite great danger to herself, Esther went before the king. EstherĮsther became queen and learned of a plan to destroy the Jews by one of the King Xerxes’ nobles. ![]() Hannah shows us the need to be faithful to God. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord’” ( 1 Samuel 1:25-28). I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him. As surely as you live, I am the woman who stood here beside you praying to the Lord. “.they brought the boy to Eli, and she said to him, ‘Pardon me, my lord. 1 Samuel tells the account of her tearful vow to God in the temple, and the result. One of two wives of Elkanah, Hannah was in despair because she was barren. Rachel shows us that God will give us the patience we need to wait on Him. “Jacob was in love with Rachel and said, ‘I’ll work for you seven years in return for your younger daughter Rachel’” ( Genesis 29:18). Genesis shares the many twists and turns of her life. She later became his wife and bore him Joseph and Benjamin. Rahab shows us that God will protect us when we stand for Him.Ī shepherdess, Rachel met Jacob when he arrived at her father’s house. ![]() Give me a sure sign that you will spare the lives of my father and mother, my brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them - and that you will save us from death’” ( Joshua 2:12-13). “‘Now then, please swear to me by the Lord that you will show kindness to my family, because I have shown kindness to you. The book of Joshua tells the request she makes of them. When Joshua sent two spies into the city, she took them in and protected them from the king. Miriam shows us that all our words matter to God. “Then Miriam the prophet, Aaron’s sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing” ( Exodus 15:20). Her story is told in the books of Exodus and Numbers. Because she spoke against the wife of Moses, however, she was struck with leprosy but was later healed. The cousin of Moses, she led worship for the people of Israel. ![]() ‘But because of the course you are taking, the honor will not be yours, for the Lord will deliver Sisera into the hands of a woman.’ So Deborah went with Barak to Kedesh” ( Judges 4:9).ĭeborah shows us that God demands obedience. “‘Certainly I will go with you,’ said Deborah. When Barak refused to go without her, the book of Judges quotes Deborah’s reprimand. DeborahĪppointed to be a judge over Israel, Deborah instructed a warrior named Barak to go into battle. Mary shows us that we can completely trust in God. ‘May your word to me be fulfilled.’ Then the angel left her” ( Luke 1:38). “’I am the Lord’s servant,’ Mary answered. Her story is predicted in the Book of Isaiah, and is fully told in the Gospels. You will be challenged to prepare your heart, like the holy of holies, to become a home for His love and glory - a dwelling place for the Most High God.Mary was a young woman chosen by God for an amazing purpose. And certainly, no Old Testament event so richly prefigures the coming of the true Tabernacle, Jesus Christ. Through the tabernacle God initiated a deeper relationship with His Chosen People by bringing reconciliation and revealing His glory. Perhaps no Old Testament event so dramatically illustrates God's persistent desire to relate to His children as the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness. Note: Participants must view DVD messages to complete Member Book assignments. Explore the fascinating account of the building of the Old Testament tabernacle, the significance of its intricate design, its pivotal role in God's eternal plan, the grand fulfillment of its purpose by Jesus Christ, and its variety of meanings for your walk with God today. A Woman's Heart: God's Dwelling Place - Bible Study Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study.
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