Anger, it can make us do some pretty crazy things, can’t it? Each of these Bible women let their anger consume them, causing them to take it out on those around them. If you’re dealing with anger, may you use these stories as a reminder of the harm that can come when we give in to our angry feelings.
The Wives of Dathan and Abiram
Moses had his hands full with people questioning his authority and presuming themselves to be superior. In Numbers 16 he’s approached by Korah, a Levite, and Dathan and Abiram, Reubenites. They brought alongside them in their rebellion two … Continue reading The Wives of Dathan and Abiram
Wicked Women: Potiphar’s Wife
Last week we looked at a unnamed pagan woman attracted to a man of God. This week we look at Potiphar’s wife, another unnamed pagan woman attracted to a man of God, only this woman was already married … Continue reading Wicked Women: Potiphar’s Wife
Worn Out Women: Hagar
In today’s episode of All God’s Women we continue in our Worn Out Women series with Hagar. If any woman was worn out and weary, Hagar certainly was. Hagar used to make me very uncomfortable. I didn’t like … Continue reading Worn Out Women: Hagar
Worn Out Women: Naomi
It’s been a rough two years, and there’s a good chance you’re feeling exhausted and quite possibly discouraged at the way your life is going. Things haven’t turned out the way you thought they would. You’re not sure … Continue reading Worn Out Women: Naomi
Herodias: The Woman Who Murdered John the Baptist
We’ve had several months of feel-good stories, of women in desperate situations who were redeemed by the love and mercy of Jesus. Today’s story is not so pretty. We look at Herodias, a vile woman consumed with power … Continue reading Herodias: The Woman Who Murdered John the Baptist
Job’s Wife – A Bitter Woman
In today’s episode of All God’s Women, we look at Job’s wife, a woman like Zeresh, who gave bad advice to her husband, but we have no evidence that she ever turned from her foolish thinking.
Athaliah: A Truly Evil Woman
How far would you go to get your way? What if your children or grandchildren were keeping you from achieving your dream? Would you be willing to murder them? I hope not. I usually try to find some … Continue reading Athaliah: A Truly Evil Woman
Jezebel: The Powerful Influence of an Evil Woman
Have you ever met a truly evil person, someone so depraved you shudder just thinking of them? What effect did that person have on those around them? What eventually happened to them? In today’s episode of All God’s … Continue reading Jezebel: The Powerful Influence of an Evil Woman
Michal: A Princess With a Tragic Ending
As a young girl did you dream of being a princess? Did you read fairy tales and think if you could only marry your Prince Charming, everything would be perfect? Or maybe now, do you watch Hallmark movies, … Continue reading Michal: A Princess With a Tragic Ending
Naomi: A Woman With a Late Life Surprise
Has your life ever taken an unexpected turn, either for good or for bad? Have you had your life mapped out, convinced you knew what was ahead, only to have God lead you in an unexpected direction? Have … Continue reading Naomi: A Woman With a Late Life Surprise
Miriam: Pride Came Before Her Fall
In today’s episode of All God’s Women we look at Miriam, a woman who worshiped God with all her being, but who let pride and arrogance mar her ministry. She learned the hard way God’s thoughts on pride. … Continue reading Miriam: Pride Came Before Her Fall