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Ten Everyday Women And Their Unprecedented Stories

February 3, 2025


Let’s glean and learn from ten ordinary women's extraordinary and unprecedented life lessons. God esteemed these women, and we should, too. They were positively the history-makers of their time. And what they share with us is priceless wisdom. Some people are wise; some are otherwise. 

Let’s start with some humor and a bit of truth. Husband: “Scientists have found that men say about 10,000 words daily, while women say about 20,000 words daily.” Wife (shouts from the kitchen): “It’s because we have to repeat everything twice to you blockheads!” Husband: “What?” Someone once said being a woman is difficult since it involves dealing with men. Here’s one last thought. A smart guy once said a woman was created beautiful and foolish. Beautiful, that man might love her, and foolish, that she might love him. Hmm. 

Who are these ten women? What are the lessons they learned by experience in their life journey that can uplift and enlighten us?

Meet Sarah. Sarah could not have children for most of her life, and she and Abraham were disappointed. God promised Abraham that Sarah would have a son, but Sarah didn't believe. Sarah sent her handmaid, Hagar, to Abraham so that Hagar could bear a child for them. At age 90, Sarah gave birth to Isaac, fulfilling God's promise. What lesson did she learn? Nothing is too difficult for God.

Consider this. Sarah's relationship with God protected her, even when her husband did not. Sarah's faith in God's promise that she would have a son was tested by her doubt. Sarah's story reminds us that God's timing is different from ours. (Genesis 17, 21)

Meet Hagar. Sarah, Abraham's wife, gave Hagar to Abraham as a concubine so she could have a child. Hagar became pregnant and treated Sarah with arrogance. Sarah treated Hagar harshly, and Hagar fled into the wilderness. An angel of the Lord found Hagar by a water spring and told her to return home. Hagar returned home and gave birth to Ishmael. Sarah feared Ishmael would become an heir, so she sent Hagar and Ishmael into the desert. God sustained Hagar and Ishmael in the desert. What lesson did Hagar learn? Even in the wilderness, God is there

Consider this: Hagar is the first person in the Bible to be visited by an angel and the only person to give God a name, El Roi, which means "The God who sees me." Hagar symbolizes God's faithfulness and goodness, even to those who experience abuse and torment. Someone reading this needs to know that God is there with them, even amid some challenging situations. (Genesis 16)

Meet Rahab. She hid two Israelite spies in her home to protect them from the authorities of Jericho. Rahab led the pursuers of the spies on a wild goose chase. She hung a scarlet rope out of her window to signal to the Israelites which house to spare. Rahab agreed to help the Israelites because she and her family would be spared. What is Rahab’s lesson for us? Your past doesn’t matter. God can use anyone.     

Consider this. Rahab and her family were spared when Jericho was destroyed. Rahab married Salmon, an Israelite, and became part of the people of Israel. Rahab's son Boaz married Ruth, and Joseph, the legal father of Jesus, is a descendant of Rahab. Rahab's story demonstrates the power and forgiveness of God and the importance of faith. In the book of Joshua, Rahab was called “Rahab, the prostitute.” In Matthew, she was Rahab, the great-grandmother of Jesus. God changes labels and rewrites stories. We could call Rahab’s story, How a Hooker and Her Lies Pleased God. That’s amazing grace. Rahab's story shows that God can save anyone, no matter their past. Her story also reveals that we need to start hanging out with people who fit our future, not our history. (Joshua 2)

Hannah was one of Elkanah's two wives who lived in the mountains of Ephraim. Hannah was barren, which was difficult for her because she wanted a male child. Elkanah’s other wife, Peninnah, had many children, which made Hannah feel worse about her situation. Hannah prayed to God for a son, promising to dedicate him to God's service. Hannah was a woman of prayer who sought God honestly and humbly. Hannah praised God in all circumstances. What is Hannah’s lesson for us? God answers big prayers.  

Consider this. Hannah demonstrated her faith through obedience, even when it meant a personal sacrifice. Hannah trusted God and believed his plan for Samuel was better than hers. Hannah brought Samuel to Shiloh for religious training. Samuel anointed Israel's first king, Saul, and Israel's greatest king, David. Prayers do work. Prayer is communication with God. When you can’t see God’s hand, trust in God’s character. And please trust that no matter what is happening, God’s got your back. Your present distress is for your future best. (1 Samuel 1, 2)

So, let's summarize the lessons we have learned in these four women’s life journeys: Nothing is impossible for God; even in the wilderness, God is there; your past does not matter to God - God can use anyone; God answers big prayers. Prayer is getting God involved in your needs.    

These four ladies were regular, everyday ladies. They learned that God could turn a nobody into somebody and that it’s not over until God says so. So, ladies, be kind, thoughtful, genuine, confident in God and yourselves, and, most importantly, thankful. You will meet our six other ladies and their life lessons next week.


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