Drink Offering

What is one woman from the Bible that you can relate to, and explain why you relate to her?

The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. You can find them all in the Word of God. Everyday people, in everyday situations, that are just as relevant in today's world as they were in history. I am so grateful to our Lord for these records of women, just like me, whose life story is still in the making. God acted in surprising and wonderful ways through the lives of these women, just as he continues to act through our lives today!

We share some of the same dreams, failures, and longings. I can relate to many of these women in different seasons of my life.

Like Abigal, I too had been mismatched in marriage once. When Nabal's folly jeopardized their entire family, it was Abigal who would pick up the pieces.... Abigal was a women who rose above her circumstances to change the course of events taking place around her. After the Death of Nabal she become the wife of King David, a man after God's own heart. Perhaps the virtues she carried in her heart were not inborn, perhaps they developed in the midst of a troubled relationship. After the Death of one relationship, God blessed me with a Godly man who would be the spiritual leader of my family, as well. I am forever grateful!

Like Hannah, I have been a women who was deeply troubled. I too poured out my hurt and sorrow to God on behalf of a child and God Granted my request. He blessed me with not one, but two beautiful daughters. Hannah made her requests, the desires of her heart, known to God and He provided for her. Just as he provides for me in the big and little things.

I pray that like Jochebed (the mother of Moses) I will continue to cast my children into the flowing rivers of life, Surrendering them to God and his perfect will for each of their lives. Even when the waters are turbulent. Trusting that God will protect them from the dangers of this world, as he unfolds the paths that they must follow.

Like Rebekah, God has gone to extraordinary lengths to pursue me. He invites me to become a part of his family, his chosen. His invitation is open to all who are listening and willing to trust God fully in the promises he has made.

Thank you Lord for these beautiful, fascinating, everyday women.