The Call of Women

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Lesson 11 February 14,2021 ➢ Look at the women who were faithful in their ministry. ➢ Look at God’s view of women in the Old Testament. ➢ Show women in the culture of that day. ➢ Show how embraced women during his ministry. ➢ Understanding Key Points from ( 1 Timothy 2:11-12; 1 Corinthians 14:34-35) ➢ How can learn valuable lessons from all the Todays Lesson women in the . ➢ List the acts of devotion by the women who followed Jesus. ➢ Demonstrate ways to show our loyalty to Jesus. ➢ Explain the importance of women being the first eyewitnesses to testify about Jesus' resurrection. Background Scriptures: Luke 8:1-3 (vs.1) After this, Jesus traveled about from one town and village to another, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of God. The twelve were with him, (vs.2) and also some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases: Mary (called Magdalene) from whom seven demons had come Devotional out;(vs.3) Joanna the wife of Chuza,the manger of Herod’s household; ; and many others. These women were Reading: helping to support them out of their own means. Mark 15:40 Roman 4:13-25 Some women were watching from a distance. Among them were , Mary the mother of James the younger and of José's, and . Other Women in Ministry Joanna – Wife of Chuza,the house-steward of Herod the Tetrarch. Though the mention of her is brief, one is convinced of her genuine conversion, the depth of her love for Jesus, and faithfulness of her stewardship. (Luke 8:3;24:10)

Suzanna – One who ministered to Jesus of her substance, because Susanna had been cured of diseases she joyfully ministered and helped to spread the good news of . (Luke 8:3)

Mary mother of James Jose, and Salome – Mary was likely a women of some means, as Scripture tells us that she was one of the women who had followed Jesus and “cared for his needs”. (Mark 15:41) Background Scriptures John 20:10-18 (vs.10)Then the disciples went back to where they were staying. (vs.11) Now Mary stood outside the tomb crying. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb (vs.12) and saw two in white, seated where Jesus body had been, one at the head and the other at the foot. (vs.13) They asked her, ”Woman, why are you crying?” (vs.14) At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize Devotional that it was Jesus. (vs.15) He asked her, "Woman, why are you crying? Who are you looking for? "Thinking he was the Gardner, she said “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me Reading: where you have put him, and I will go get him.” (vs.16) Jesus said to her, "Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, ”Rabboni”(which means “Teacher”). (vs.17) Jesus Roman 4:13-25 said, "Do not hold on to me, for I have not yet ascended to the Father. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, "I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’’’ (vs.18) Mary Magdalene went to the disciples with the news: “I have seen the Lord” And she told them that he had said these things to her. Mary Magdalene

Jesus follower Mary Magdalene, Magdala being her birthplace or home, located on the sea of Galilee, three miles northwest of Tiberias. Mary was one of Jesus most prominent Galilean female disciples. The first mention of Mary in the is in (Luke 8:2). Mary was a devout follower of Jesus and was the first of his disciples to see Him after His resurrection (Mark 16:9;Luke 8:2;John 20:11-18). Many scholars believe that because Mark writes that seven demons were removed from Mary ,that she was of bad character and an immoral life- style. Some suggest Mary had mental conditions that caused her to see things, others allude to the possibility that she was a “Prostitute”. The bible is not confirm this.

Mary's grief in not knowing where the Lords body laid obscured her vision, even as Jesus stood before her she did not recognize him. However, when the Jesus spoke her name, she knew it was the Lord.

Do we lose sight of Jesus during difficult times and sadness? Mary Magdalene is a model of a wounded person who was healed and made whole by the love of Christ. Mary was called and commissioned by Him to serve in his ministry of the kingdom.

This commissioning to “go and tell” is an affirmation for contemporary women; Jesus was and is intentionally gender-inclusive, establishing the place of women in the proclamation of the through Mary.

Jesus promises that no matter where you are or where you come from or what you have done, he can find you, if you allow Him in your life. What does God say about women in the Bible

• God created mankind, He created both “male and female”. Both were created in God’s image.(Genesis.1:27) • And the Lord God said, it is not good that the man should be alone; I will make a helper suitable for him (Genesis 2:18). • Therefore, shall a man leave his father and his mother and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh (Genesis 2:24) • Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favor of the Lord (Proverbs 18:22). • House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the Lord (Proverbs 19:14). • Has not the Lord made them one? In flesh and spirit, they are his. And why one? Because he was seeking godly offspring (Malachi 2:15). • And the said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God (Luke 1:30). • And, behold, thou shall conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shall call his name Jesus (Luke 1:31). How did the Jewish community view Women in the Bible

A woman had no voice in her marriage. Her father decided whom she would marry, when she would marry, and why she would marry. A woman could not divorce her husband under any conditions, only a man could initiate a divorce. Jewish women were to be seen as little as possible in public. If a man was seen talking to a woman in public, it was shame in ancient Israel. Women depended on their husbands for biblical knowledge, they could not be taught by the Rabbis. Women were considered inferior to men. They were regarded as property just like cattle and slaves. Jewish males during the 1st century in Israel, prayed a daily prayer that shows how poorly Jewish men looked upon women. • Praise be to God. He has not created me a Gentile. • Praise be to God. He has not created me a woman. • Praise be to God. He has not created me an ignorant man.

* We see today, that these practices are still in place in some parts of the world. How did Jesus' view Women

• Jesus regularly addressed women directly while in public, this was unusual to do. The women caught in the act of adultery (John 8:10-11),Widow of Nain (Luke 7:12-13),The woman who called him from the crowd (Luke 11:27-28),the women bent over for 18 years (Luke 13: 11-12),and a group of women on the route to the cross (Luke 23:28). • Jesus speaks with the Samaritan women and led her to a conversion experience (John 4:7-11) • Jesus lifted women from the agony of degradation and servitude to the joy of fellowship and service. • Jesus also did not gloss over the sins in their lives, he held them personally responsible for their own sin. Each had the personal freedom and a measure of self- determination to deal with the issues of sin, repentance, and forgiveness (John 8:10-11) • Jesus valued their fellowship ,prayers, service ,financial support, testimony, and witness. • He honored women, taught women, and ministered to women (Luke 10:38) • Jesus addressed to the woman with the issue of blood as a “daughter of Abraham", Thereby giving her a spiritual status equal to that of men (Luke 13:16). • Jesus did not think it strange that Mary sat at his feet, assuming the role of a (Luke 10:39). • Jesus loved Mary & , his friends. (John 11:5)) • There were women in the upper room on the day of Pentecost (Act 1:14). The Elephants in the Room

(1 Timothy 2:11-15) (vs.11) A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. (vs.12) I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be silent. (vs.13) For Adam was formed first, then Eve. (vs.14) And Adam was not the one deceived; it was the women who was deceived and became a sinner. (vs. 15) But women will be saved through childbearing if they continue in faith, love and holiness with propriety. Note: Paul was protecting the church. The Ephesian church had a particular problem with false teaching, and the women lacked Biblical knowledge to discern the truth, that they might have fell victim too. After women were properly taught the “good news” then they were able to teach and minister to others.

(1 Corinthians 14:34-35) As in all the congregation of the saints, women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to speak, but must be in submission, as the Law says. If they want to inquire about something, they should ask their own husbands at home; for it is disgraceful for a woman to speak in the church.

Note: Paul was asking women not to flaunt their Christian freedom during worship. The purpose of Paul's words was to promote unity ,not to teach about women’s roles in the church. There are many women who are named in the bible, that we know very little about. But God thought them worthy and important enough to be included by name.

There are over 1523 women either named or mentioned women in the Bible. 184 named, 220 daughter or daughter-in-law, 400 wife or wives, 311 mother or mother-in-law, 8 widows, and 400 unnamed.

Some of the most courageous leaders were women, although the culture was male-dominated.

There were many wealthy women who helped/support in the establishment of the early church. Note: Some were either successful businesswomen or widows with means.

These women took on multiple roles and huge risk that were pertinent to the early church's success. The work often done behind the seen can be as equally important.

All of the women in the Bible are pieces of a puzzle that was created by God., that leads us to Christ. Women of the Bible

ABIGAIL #1 ABIGAL #2 ABIHAIL #1 ABIHAIL #2 ABIJAH ABI-Daughter of Zechariah ABIAH-Wife of Hezron Wife of Nabal Sister/Half-sister of King David Wife of Abishur Wife of Rehoboam Mother of Hezekiah (2 Kings 18:2) (1Chr. 2:24) (2 Sam. 17:25) (1Chr.2:29) (2 Chr. 11:18) (2 Chr. 29:1) ABISHAG ABITAL ACHSAH ADAH #1 ADAH #2 AGAR AHINOAM #1 One of David’s Wives Daughter of Caleb One of the two wives of Lamech Canaanite wife of Esau Greek name for Hagar Wife of Saul Concubine of King David (2 Sam. 3:4;1 Chr. 3:3) (Josh.15:16,17; Judg.1:12,13) (Gen.4:19,20,23) (Gen.36:2,4,10,12) (Gal. 4:24-25) (1 Sam. 14:50) (1 Kings 1:3,15;2:17,21,22)

AHINOAM #2 AHLAI AHOLIBRAMAH ANNA ASENATH ATARAH ATHALIAH Daughter of Sheshan (Ohoilbamah) Recognized Jesus as the awaited Messiah wife of Joseph Second wife of Jerahmeel, mother of Onam Queen of Judah, daughter of King Ahab One of David’s Wife. (1 Chr. 2:31) Daughter of Beeri, called Judith (Luke: 2:37-38) (Genesis 41:45,50-52;46:20) ( 1 Chronicles 2:25-28) (2 Kings 11:1-3) Chronicles 21-22 (1 Sam. 25:43; 27:3;1 Chr. 3:1) (Genesis 36:5,14)

AZUBAH #1 AZUBAH #2 BAARA BASHEMATH #1 BASHEMATH #2 BASMATH BATHSHEBA Wife of King Asa,mother of Jehoshaphat Wife of Shaharaim One of Esau’s wives, daughter of Elon (Genesis Daughter of Ishmael Daughter of Solomon Wife of Uriah/David/mother of Solomon Caleb’s first wife (1 Kings 22:42) (1 Chronicles 8:8) 26:34) (Genesis 36:3-4,10,13,17) Wife of Ahimaaz (2 Samuel 11:12:24) (1 Chronicles 2:18-19) (1 Kings 4:15)

BERNICE BILHAH BITHIAH CANDACE CHLOE CLAUDIA COZBI Rachels handmaid, mother of Dan and Pharaoh daughter, wife of Mered Ethiopian queen, title not her name that refers to a Presumably, a Christian woman from Corinth or Ephesus Greeted by Apostle Paul A Midianite princess killed by Phinehas. Daughter of Sister of King . Bernice (Acts 25:13) and her Naphtali (1 Chronicles 4:18) line of queens (1 Corinthians 1:11) (2 Timothy 4:21) Zur sister Drusilla (Acts 24:24) were two of the most corrupt (Genesis 30:3-7,7) (Acts 8:27) (Num.25:15,18) women of their time

DAMARIS DEBORAH #1 DEBORAH #2 DELILAH DINAH EGLAH Nursemaid to Rebekah and later Jacob and Prophetess and the fifth judge, and the only The” woman in the valley of Sorek” who Samson Daughter of Jacob, patriarchs of the Israelites Christian women from Joppa. Also known as One of King David's wives and mother of David's son A converted Christian as a result of Paul sermons Esau female judge loved (Genesis 30:21,34:1) Tabitha Ithream (Acts 17:34) (Genesis 24:59; 35:8) (Judges 4-5) (Judges 16:5) (Acts 9:36-43) (2 Samuel 3:5;1 Chronicles 3:3)

ELISABETH ELISHEBA EPHAH EPHRATAH ESTHER Hadassah EUODIAS Wife of Aaron Concubine of Caleb Second wife of Caleb, mother of Hur Queen of Persian Empire. Daughter of Abigail Mother of Timothy, daughter of Christian of the church of Philippi Wife of Zacharias, mother of . (Exod. 6:23) (1 Chronicles 2:46) (1 Chr. 2:19) (Esther 2:15; 9:29) (2 Timothy 1:5) (Phil. 4:2) (Luke 1)

EVE GOMER HAGAR HAGGITH HAMMOLEKETH HAMUTAL HANNAH Wife of Hosea and a prostitute Egyptian handmaiden of Sarah, mother of Ishmael Fifth wife of King David, mother of Adoniyah Daughter of Machir Daughter of Jeremiah of Libnah A prophetess and worshipper at Jerusalem. Mother First Woman, wife of Adam (Hosea 1:1-11) (Genesis 16:1-16) (1 Chronicles 3:2) (1 Chr. 7:18) (2 Kings 23:31;24:18;Jer.52:1) of Samuel (Genesis 3:20; 4:1 Women of the Bible

HAZELEPONI HELAH HEPH-ZIBAH Hodesh HODIAH HOGIA or HOGLAH HULDAH Wife of King Hezekiah, mother of One of the wives of One of the five daughters of Prophetess Daughter of Etam,sister of Jezreel One of the wives of Ashur Queen who demanded John the Baptist head Sister of Na’-ham (2 Chronicles 34:22-28) (1 Chr. 4:3) (1 Chr.4:5,7) Manasseh (Matt 14:1-12) Shaharaim (1Chr.4:19) Zelophehad (2 Kings 21:1) (1 Chronicles 8:8) (Number 26:23)

Hushim ISCAH JAEL JECHOLIAH JEDIDAH JEHODDAN JEHOSHEBA JEHUDIJAH One of Shaharaim wives, a Moabite Daughter of Abrahams younger brother Heroine who killed Sisera to deliver Wife of Amaziah Wife of King Amon, mother The mother of Amarziah, wife of Joash Daughter of Jehoram, rescued her Mother of Jered, Heber, and Jeku-thiel (1 Chronicles 8:11) Haran Israel, wife of Heber (2 Kings 15:2;2 Chr. 26:3) of King Josiah (2 Kings 11:2) nephew Joash (1 Chr. 4:18) (Genesis 11:29) (Judges 14:17-22) (2 Kings 22:1-2) (2 Kings 11:1-3;2 Chr. 22:10-12)

JEMIMA JEROITH JERUSHA JEZEBEL #1 JEZEBEL #2 JOANNA JOCHEBED JUDITH First of ’s three daughters Second wife of Caleb or perhaps a Wife of King Uzziah and mother of Wife of Ahab king of Israel. Tyrant who corrupted her False Prophetess Wife of Cuz and supported of the Mother of Moses, Miriam, and Aaron Hittite wife of Esau (Job 42:14) concubine Jotham husband (Revelation 2:20 works of Jesus. (Hebrews 11:23) (Genesis 26:34) (1 Chr. 2:18) (2 Kings 15:33) (1 Kings 16:31;18-19;1 Kings 18:4,13;1 Kings 19:3) (Luke 8:3; Luke 24:1-10)

JULIA JUNIA or JUNIAS KEREN-HAPPUCH KETURAH KEZIAH-KEZIA LEAH LOIS LO-RUHAMAH A Christian woman at Rome A Jewish Christian at Rome, that Paul Youngest of Job’s daughters Wife of Abraham after Sarah’s death Daughter of Job First wife of Jacob Mother of Eunice, and grandmother of Daughter of Hosea (:15) sent greetings (Job 42:14) (Gen. 25:1,4,1 Chr. 1:32-33) (Job 42:14) Older daughter of Laban (Hosea 16:1; 2:1,23) (Romans 16:7) (Gen.29:16-30;31-35; 30:17-20; 30:21) (2 Timothy 3:15; Acts 16:1)

LYDIA MAACHAH #1 MAACHAH #2 MAACHAH #3 MAACHAH #4 MAACHAH #5 MAACHAH #6 MAACHAH #7 Businesswomen who used her wealth to support the Gospel. Daughter of Abraham Daughter of Talmai Daughter or granddaughter of Absalom Mother of Asa One of Caleb's concubines (1 Chr. 2:48) Wife of Machir Wife of Jehiel First converted Christian Macedonia (Gen. 22:24) (2 Sam. 3:3;1 Chr. 3:2) (1Kings 15:2;2 Chr. 11:20,21,22) (1Kings 15:10,13) (1 Chr. 7:13,16) (1 Chr. 8:29; 9:35) (Acts 16:12-15,40)

MAHALAH MAHALATH #1 MAHALATH #2 MAHLAH MARA Martha Mary #1 Mary #2 Magdalene rd Daughter of Hammoleketh Daughter of Ishmael and 3 wife of Esau Granddaughter of David One of the five daughters of Zelopehad Another name for Naomi The women first declared “I am the Mother of Jesus Witnessed most of the events surrounding the (1 Chr. 7:18) (Gen. 28:9) (2 Chr. 11:18) (Num. 26:33; 27:1;Josh.17:3) (Ruth 1:20) resurrection, and the life”. (Luke 1-2; 1:32; 1:38; 2:7) crucifixion, disciple of Jesus (John 20:11-18; Acts 1:14)

MARY #3 MARY #4 MARY #5 Mary of Rome #6 MATRED MEHETABEL MERAB MESHULLEMETH Sister of Martha, sister of Lazarus Mary’s sister, wife of Cleophas Mother of Greeted by Paul Mother-in-law of Hadar or Daughter of Matred King Saul’s eldest daughter Wife of Manasseh, mother of Amon and Judah (Luke 10:38-42) (John 19:25) Opened her home for prayer to release (Rom. 16:6) Hadad (Gen. 36:39; Chr. 1:50) (1 Sam. 14:49; 18:17,19) (2 Kings 21:19) Peter (Gen. 36:39;1 Chr. 1:50) (Acts 12:12)

ME-ZAHAB MICHAL MILCAH #1 MILCAH #2 MIRIAM #1 MIRIAM #2 NAAMAH #1 NAAMAH #2 Granddaughter of Mehetabel Daughter of Saul,wife of David Daughter of Zelophehad A daughter of Haran wife of Nahor Moses and Aaron sister A daughter of Ezrah of the tribe of Sister of Tubal-Cain Mother of King Rehoboam (Gen. 36:39;1 Chr.1:50)) (1 Samuel 18:25; 18:27-28;2 Samuel:18- (Numbers 36:11-12) (Genesis 22:20-22) (Num.26:59; Num 12:1-2) Judah (Genesis 4:22) (2 Chr. 12:13) 20) (1 Chr.4:17) Women of the Bible

NOADIAH NAARAH NAOMI Prophetess who tries to hinder the efforts to Wife of Asher Mother-in-law to Ruth rebuild the wall of Jerusalem NOADIAH NO-AH OPRAH (1 Chr. 4:5-5) (Ruth 2:1; 4:21-22; Matt.1:5) (Neh.6:14) NEHUSHTA Daughter of Elnathan False Prophetess One of the five daughters of Zelophehad OHOLIBAMAH Sister -in-law of Ruth (2 Kings 24:8) (Num. 6:14) (Num. 26:33; 27:1) One of Esau’s wives (Ruth 1:4,14)

Peninnah Persis PHANUEL -Phe’-be Priscilla Puah Rachel of Jericho Wife of Elkanah A woman who has worked hard in the Lord. Parent of Anna, not clear as to if this is a man or women Deaconess of the church of Cenchrea, wealthy Wife of Aquila, and missionary partner to One of the two midwives who saved the Hebrew boys Second wife of Jacob, mother of Joseph Hid the Hebrew two spies, helping them to escape (1 Samuel 1:2,4) Apostle Paul, calling her Beloved (Luke 2:36) businesswoman Paul (Exodus 1:15) and Benjamin Josh. 2:1-21; 6:17-25; Matt.1:5) (Romans 16:12) (Rom.16:1) (Rom.16:3;2 Tim.4:16;1 Cor.16:19 (Gen.29:6,11; Gen.29:15-18;26-30)

RAHAB Rebekah Reumah Rizpah Ruth Salome #1 Daughter of Herodias Salome #2 Follower of Jesus, present at his crucifixion as well as the empty Wife of Salmon and mother of Boaz Wife of Isaac, mother of Jacob and Esau Concubine of Abraham’s brother Nahor Servant girl in the home of Mary, mother of John Mark Daughter of Aiah, concubines of King Wife of Boaz, mother of Obed. Obed is the descendant of Perez (Matt.14:6-11) tomb (Matt 1:5) (Gen.24) (Genesis 22:24) (Acts 12:13) Saul the son of Judah, and the great- grandmother of King David. (Mark 15:40; 16:1; 20:20-24) (2 Samuel 3:7; 21:8,10-11 (Ruth 1:16; 2:1)

Samaritan Women at the well is a well-known Sapphira Sarah #1 Sarah #2 Sheerah SERAH SHELOMITH #1 SHELOMITH #2 figure from the Gospel of John A dishonest woman who held back funds with Wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac. Her name was originally A daughter of Asher Founded three towns, descendant of (Gen. 46:17;1 Chr, 7:30) Daughter of Dibri of the tribe of Dan Daughter of Zerubbabel (John 4:4-26) her husband, struck dead by God “Sarai” (Num.26:46) Ephraim (Lev.24:11) (1 Chr. 3:19) (Acts 5:1-11) (Gen,20:12;21:1-7;23:1-20) (1 Chronicles 7:24)

SHELOMITH # 3 SHERAH SHIMEATH SHIMRITH Shiphrah SHOMER SHUA Susanna #1 A women who was nearky sentenced to death to a false adultery Daughter of Maachah and King Rehoboam Daughter of Beriah,descedant of Ephraim Ammonite mother of Jozachar Same as Shomer One of the two midwives who saved the Moabite mother of Jehozabad Daughter of Heber,a Benjamite accusation before being saved by Daniel (2 Chr. 11:20) (1 Chr. 7:24) (2 Kings 12:21;2 Chr. 24:36) (2 Chr. 24:26) Hebrew boys (2 Kings 12:21) (1 Chr. 7:32) Not a part of the KJV (Exodus 1:15)

Susanna #2 Syntyche Tabitha-Dor’-cas TAHPENES Tamar #1 Tamar #2 Tamar #3 Taphath A follower of Jesus, provider of food Christian of the church in Philippi mentioned Disciple at Joppa, full of good works and alms Queen of Pharaoh of Egypt in David’s time Widow of ER and Onan,sons of Judah Daughter of King David by Maacah Only surviving daughter of Absalom Daughter of Solomom (Luke 8:3) with Euodia (Acts 9:36) (1 Kings 11:19,20) (Gen.38:30; Matt. 1:3) (2 Sam. 13:1-22) (2 Samuel 14:27) (1 Kings 4:11) (Philippians 4:2)

TIMNA Tirzah ryphena of Rome Vashti ZEBUDAH ZERESH ZERUAH ZERUIAH Concubine of Esau’s son Youngest of five daughters of Zelophehad A Christian woman Queen and wife of King Ahasuerus, who was banished Mother of Jehoiakim Wife of Haman, prime minister “window women” at the time of the Half-sister of Davis and sister of Abigail (Gen.36:12) (Num.26:31; Josh:17-3) (Romans 16:12) form the court for refusing the king’s commands (2 Kings 23:36) (Esther 5:10,14;6:13) birth of her son Jeroboam (1 Sam. 26:6;2 Sam. 2:13; Kings 1:7; 2:15; Chr. 2:16; 11:6,39;18:12;26:28) (Esth. 1:11) (1 Kings 11:26)

ZIBIAH ZILLAH ZILPAH Zipporah Wife of Ahaziah and mother of Jehoash One of the two wives of Lamech Leah’s handmaid Wife of Moses, daughter of Jethro priest of Midian (2 Kings 12:11) (Gen.4:19,22,23) (Gen. 29:24; 30:9,10;35:26;37:2;46:18) (Exodus Ex.2:21-22; 4:25; 18:2-4) • Jesus loved them. • Jesus respected and honored women. • Jesus established inclusivity for women, salvation was offered to all How did Jesus’ through Him. • These faithful followers shifted from change the hope in a promised Messiah to service and dedication to their Savior. hearts of the • They became a substance to sustain the physical needs while many Spiritual women needs were being addressed. followers? • Their selfless acts of charity, mercy and hospitality demonstrated their unwavering faith in Jesus. Faithful Steadfast Love Acts of Devotion Obedient by the Women Courageous who followed Prayer Warriors Generosity Jesus Heart of Servitude Joyful Hopeful What do you think the importance of women being the first eyewitness to testify about Jesus's resurrection? These women were faithful followers of Jesus. They persevered in there commitment and their faith. It was women that Jesus gave the privilege of announcing His resurrection. Hagar-Hamitic (Genesis 16:1-16:21:8-21) Zipporah-Cushite wife of Moses (Numbers 12:) Keturah Ethiopian Wife of Moses – Midianite-Ethiopian (Num. 12:1) Bathsheba – Descended of Ham, wife of King David (2 Samuel 11:1- 12) Black History and the Bible Bride of King Solomon- Shulamite (Song of Solomon 1:5-6) Alkebulan-Arabic As’e-nath- Mizraim-Joseph’s wife (Genesis 41:45) Rahab- Canaanite (Hebrews 11:31)Joshua 6:22-25 “Mother of Mankind” Queen of Sheba (Makeda), Hamitic woman (1 Kings 10:1-13) The Original Name for Africa Tamar – Canaanite (Genesis 38:1-30) Canaanite-wife of Judah (Genesis 38:1-5) Candace, queen of Ethiopia (Acts 8:27) Conclusion God can use anyone, including women. Jesus lived and died for the sins of everyone. The magnitude of your contribution to the building of God’s Kingdom is only limited by you. Jesus welcomes all things big and small.