Teaching Sessions – God’s Word for Women
Jehosheba: The Woman who Saved Christmas
We consider the less-known story about a princess named Jehosheba who chose to follow God despite being brought up in a dysfunctional family. She made a heroic choice and even risked her very life, for the sake of God's honor. Little did she know that her selfless act would enable her to be a critical part of God's eternal plan to bring Jesus the Messiah to earth as the "Son of David".
2020-11-26: Rebecca - Beloved Wife or Great Deceiver?
We consider the life of Rebecca, Isaac's wife. Isaac was the "son of Promise", and God hand-picked Rebecca in a wonderful demonstration of divine providence to be Isaac's beloved wife. This teaches us many principles and lessons on weddings. Rebecca had many amazing gifts and abilities. Unfortunately great beginnings do not guarantee great endings. The story has a very tragic ending, as over th...
2020-11-05: Hagar - The Woman Seen by God!
Hagar is a woman who has a lot to teach us. For one thing, she was seen by God and blessed by God, yet unlike Abraham and Sarah, she is not in God's great "Hall of Faith" in Hebrews chapter 11. This is because although she had many encounters with the the God of her master and mistress, she made choices that had far-reaching consequences, negatively impacting her legacy for generations to come....
2020-10-22: Sarah - Lady In Waiting!
This study is about a woman who had to wait for a very long time for God to work in her life. We look at God's amazing unconditional covenant with Abraham that was fulfilled through Sarah. Her life teaches us that God is in full control of our circumstances and He always delvers on His promises. Suffering is not a punishment,. God's plan is always perfect. Patience and obedience though not easy...
2020-10-08: Eve - The First Lady!
As we begin our study of "God's Word for Women, it is appropriate that we start with the very first woman who existed - Eve. She holds many "first" world records, which unfortunately includes being the first woman to rebel against God and sin. However, she was also the first woman who received God's wonderful plan that includes a "scarlet thread of redemption" which weaves through the rest of t...
Testimony of Vanita Thomas
This is my story of redemption. I testify how God has been faithful in and through all my brokenness, and is helping me know Him and to grow in my love of Him. It is my prayer that this will be an encouragement to anyone who is broken and discouraged.