This challenge focuses on 31 days of reading and studying stories of prominent women in the the Bible. Challenge yourself to read the word consistently for 31 days over the course of March.
Below, you will find our Reading Plan that covers numerous stories of women in the Bible.
The Importance of the Book of Ruth
God has a track record of using the ones who appear to be unqualified, ordinanry, or overlooked. Ruth was one of those people as a kind woman of her time even though she was a widow. She stayed faithful to the Lord. God favored Ruth consistently because of her heart, faith, and taking care of her widowed Mother-in-Law. The book of Ruth is one of the only two books in the Bible named after a woman.
The Importance of the Book of Ester
The book of Ester is also one of the only two stories in the Bible that are named after women. The book of Ester includes drama, romnce, murder, leadership, and so much more. The story of Ester is told like a novel.
The Importance of Women in the Bible
The rest of this challenge includes the short stories and mentioning of some other prominent women in the bible. This challenge, we highlight and focus on the following women: Eve, Abagail, Lea, Mary of Nazareth (Mother of Jesus), Rahab, Hannah, Deborah, Elizabeth, Mary of Bethany & Martha (Two sisters), Mary of Magdalene, Leah, and Proverbs 31–what a virtuous woman embodies.
Prayer for this Challenge
Dear Father, I thank You for your word. I pray as I begin this challenge, You would equip me daily with your strength to endure and be consistent. I pray this challenge changes my life greatly. I pray I get to know You on a deeper level than I’ve ever been. I pray I hear from You in a special way that strengthens our bond. I pray I gain a deeper understanding of Your love and the essence of Your goodness. May I fall in love with Your word and absorb Your wisdom. I pray for myself and the people on this challenge with me as we honor You; may we get to know You deeper through this study. Amen.
Bible Study Reflection Questions
What did I learn?
How does this chapter relate to my life’s circumstances currently?
How can I apply this chapter to my life?
How does this passage relate to the world today?
What key words stood out to me in this chapter?
How does this chapter inspire greater gratitude, humility, and/or joy in Christ?
How do the truths of this text shape the way I view present circumstances?
How do the truths of this text shape the way I view God?
How could I explain this chapter to someone in six words or less?
How can my attitude/actions improve based on truths I learned today?
How can I apply this chapter to my prayers?
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