A Woman and Her God: Life-Enriching Messages

By Beth Moore and Jill Briscoe

Book Overview

Human beings are embedded in a set of social relations. A social network is one way of conceiving that set of relations in terms of a number of persons connected to one another by varying degrees of relatedness. In the early Jesus-group documents featuring Paul and coworkers, it takes little effort to envision the apostle's collection of friends and friends of friends that is the Pauline network. The persons who constituted that network are the focus of this set of brief books. For Christians of the Western tradition, these persons are significant ancestors in faith. While each of them is worth knowing by themselves, it is largely because of their standing within that web of social relations woven about and around Paul that they are of lasting interest. Through this series we hope to come to know those persons in ways befitting their first-century Mediterranean culture.Women played a prominent role in the development of the early Jesus communities and formed an essential part of Paul's social network. Lydia was one such woman. Her heart was opened to Paul's message, she responded with faith by being baptized, and she offered her home in hospitality to Paul and his companions. But beyond this not much is known of her. In "Lydia: Paul's Cosmopolitan Hostess, " Richard S.Ascough constructs an image of Lydia based on what is known about the political, commercial, social, and religious norms of the first-century world. Ascough describes the styles of possible dwellings in which Lydia could have lived, the business opportunities that would have been available to her, and the religious cults that held sway in Philippi at the time. With Ascough, readers will find that the importance of Lydia's story is that she hears the message of God through Paul and responds with faith."Richard S. Ascough is associate professor of New Testament at Queen's Theological College, Kingston, Ontario. He is the author of numerous articles and essays on the documents and contexts of the early Jesus believers, particularly their community structures. His books include: "Passionate Visionary: Leadership Lessons from the ApostlePaul" (with Sandy Cotton, Novalis/Hendrickson, 2005), "What Are They Saying About the Formation of Pauline Churches? "(Paulist Press, 1998), and "Paul's Macedonian Associations" (Mohr Siebeck, 2003)."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 159145204X
• ISBN13: 9781591452041
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers
• Length: 169 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.4" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Outstanding!

I loved reading this book! Every chapter is written by a different author and all not only give in depth Biblical knowledge, but also practical knowledge that will touch the heart of any woman. I learned so much and enjoyed the read! This is a great gift for any wife, daughter, aunt or girlfriend. A must read!

A Woman and Her God:Life-Enriching Messages

It has been my discovery that whatever Beth Moore puts her name and efforts to is going to edify me...

A Keeper for the Bookshelf!

A WOMAN AND HER GOD is collection of encouraging messages from well-known authors and speakers (Beth Moore, Jill Briscoe, Sandra D. Wilson, Kathleen Hart, Dr, David Hager, Thelma Wells, Bevery LaHaye, and Lori LaHaye Scheck). The goal of each message is to convey to the reader her "extraordinary" purpose. The messages are for married and single women as well as for the young and mature. Some of the messages that were tremendously enjoyed by this reviewer were: A WOMAN AND HER GOD: Popular bible study teacher, Beth Moore begins the series of messages with "A Woman and Her God." Beth's down to earth style may be familiar to others and warmly received by new readers. While reading Beth's passionate message, readers may find themselves underlining or highlighting certain statements that really touch them. "We were meant to utterly devote ourselves to Him." "One thing that is so incredible about allowing our Father to meet our needs first thing in the day is that if our husband or friend showers us with love later on, our cup overflows. But it's not their job to intially meet the needs of our soul." AS JESUS CARED FOR WOMEN: "It only takes a quick study of Scripture to discover that Jesus broke all the cultural codes of his time in terms of His treatment toward women." The only male writer in the group, David Hager, M.D., provides a wonderful look at how Jesus interacted with women and fulfilled their needs. Dr. Hager points out several lessons that can be found in the Scripture such as respect (Luke 7:36-38) and love ( Mark 5:35-43). BEING A GODLY WOMAN THROUGH EVERY STAGE OF LIFE: Kathleen Hart says, "Choose to be satisfied with Jesus and have His peace in this moment." Kathleen encourages the reader to explore where she is at right now in her life with six poignant questions. The other writers cover such topics as a woman's role, self-concept, the spirit of unity and trusting God. This is a book you might want to keep as a copy or purchase as a gift for friends. The messages are definitely encouraging and worth reading again and again. --- reviewed by Tyora Moody for Christian Bookshelf

Excellent book!

I am always impressed with Beth Moore but not only do you get Beth in this book but several other phenomenal Christian writers as well. This book really ministers to a woman's needs and gives incredible insight to the seasons of a woman's life and application of God's word. I would highly recommend this book!