Berean Christian Church Dr. Kerwin B. Lee, Senior Pastor

Bible Study

April 11, 2017

Values That Women Add To God's Kingdom :1-16

Mark 14:9 reads, “I tell you the truth, wherever the Good News is preached in all the world, what this woman has done will be told, and people will remember her.” (NCV) This verse reveals words of compliment spoke about a lady because of her sacrificial gift to him. There are a plethora of examples of women in the either doing great things for the Lord or helping someone else excel on their God given assignment. Female believers of the 21st Century should have a strong desire and work ethic to continue to do likewise. This lesson is designed to share values that women add to God's Kingdom.

Breakdown of Romans Chapter 16

1. Paul's Salutations Verses 1-16, 21-24 2. Paul's Consultation Verses 17-20 3. Paul's Exaltation Verses 25-27

1. Leadership is a value that women add to God's Kingdom. Verses 1, 2 “I commend to you our sister , who is a deacon in the church in Cenchrea. 2) Welcome her in the Lord as one who is worthy of honor among God’s people. Help her in whatever she needs, for she has been helpful to many, and especially to me.” (NLT)

2. Partnership is a value that women add to God's Kingdom. Verses 3, 4 “Give my greetings to , my co-workers in the ministry of Jesus. 4) In fact, they once risked their lives for me. I am thankful to them, and so are all the Gentile churches.” (NLT)

3. Companionship is a value that women add to God's Kingdom. Verse 7 “Greet Andronicus and Junia, my fellow Jews, who were in prison with me. They are highly respected among the apostles and became followers of Christ before I did.” (NLT)

4. Workmanship is a value that women add to God's Kingdom. Verse 12 “Give my greetings to Tryphena and Tryphosa, the Lord’s workers, and to dear Persis, who has worked so hard for the Lord.” (NLT) (Over)

5. Fellowship is a value that women add to God's Kingdom. Verse 15 “Give my greetings to Philologus, Julia, Nereus and his sister, and to and all the believers who meet with them.” (NLT)

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