Warriors like Jael, judges like Deborah, and prophetesses like Miriam are essential to understanding the Holy Scriptures. In What the Women of the Bible Say, Shannon Bream tells the stories of these and other women who were true protagonists of the Bible.
We live in a society that often fails to give due prominence to female protagonism in Christian scripture; but the truth is that biblical women played pivotal roles throughout the passages. Now, Shannon Bream gives voice to these women, with all the mistakes and successes that make them human and, consequently, so relatable.
In What the Women of the Bible Say , lawyer, journalist, and presenter Shannon Bream unravels the life stories of 16 biblical women. What is the significance of these journeys? How do they relate to each other and to humanity as a whole? With a thoughtful perspective and engaging narrative, Shannon pairs these characters, allowing the reader to compare their realities with her own. At the end of each chapter, there are questions to help understand and reflect on the stories. Thus, the author paves the way for the valuable lessons and insights that can be learned from each of them.
The first person to witness Jesus' resurrection was Mary Magdalene, who promptly became the first Christian evangelist; Esther was the queen who saved all her people; Mary of Nazareth, mother of Jesus, is an example of love and faith; Anna is an example of hope; and Rahab of audacity. Among warriors, judges, prophetesses, and other well-known figures, we discover that these women were much more than mere supporting characters—they were true protagonists.
What the Women of the Bible Say is a sensitive and challenging analysis of the lives of 16 fascinating women, whose importance is finally recognized in this work. These heroines are vivid examples of how to struggle to resist bitterness, despair, and pride and instead find one's true self in faith, hope, and love. By studying them, we can find wisdom and insights into how to best navigate our journey of faith.
"Shannon Bream reminds us: when women of God speak, the wisest thing to do is listen, take notes, and learn. I discovered this firsthand, and Shannon's book is a great reminder, revealing powerful life lessons found in the stories of these biblical women." – Max Lucado, pastor and New York Times bestselling author
In What the Women of the Bible Say , Shannon Bream offers us valuable examples of how to live a God-fearing life. Through thought-provoking and engaging stories, Shannon reveals how women played central roles in the Bible. They were courageous queens, strong mothers, and wise prophets. They defended Israel and were the first Christian evangelists. There are lessons for everyone in this book. – Michael W. Smith, singer-songwriter
