With Christmas in less than a week, it is only fitting that this month’s Moms in the Bible episode focuses on Mary, the mother of Jesus. Her life was changed in an instant, yet she handled it with such grace. Beginning with humble acceptance, the Lord brought her to a place of rejoicing at what he had invited her into. Allow her story to move you to a place of rejoicing at what God has invited you into as well.
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Moms in the Bible–Naomi and Ruth
In Naomi and Ruth’s story, we see the power of God at work in our pain. He does not leave us to bear it alone but journeys with us in the heartache.
Moms in the Bible–Leah and Rachel
How much better to live in the pleasant places of God than in the throes of envy and competition. When we take refuge in God and establish him as Lord of our lives, everything changes. The bones that were rotting become strong and healthy.
Moms in the Bible–Jochebed
The narration of Jochebed’s story is short, only ten verses. Yet they are full of faith, strength, courage, and hope. Her life and actions set in motion the rescue of God’s people from Egypt and the creation of the nation of Israel.
Moms in the Bible–Samson’s Mother
A woman of simple faith. That is who I think Mother was. Simple in the sense that she did not require all the details that so many of us seek in order to believe
Moms in the Bible–Hagar
Lift up your eyes, dear one. Above your emotions. Above the faces of those around. Above your circumstances. Lift up your eyes and look to El Roi.
Moms in the Bible–Eve
Eve was tempted by wisdom. Wisdom is a good thing to seek out! However, she was looking to the wrong source. Rather than trusting the Lord and his plan, she doubted his goodness and sought her own way.
Lyssa Stoyko 