A few years ago, a group I was studying with was looking for a new workbook. I immediately recommended Beth Moore even though it was a mixed sex group. I explained that even though she writes with a focus towards women, she has been given a beautiful gift for the Word. The idea was tolerated long enough to humor me and then another study was found without true consideration for my opinion. Now, as much as it may sound like I am complaining, I am not telling you this to stomp my feet and whine about not getting my way. Here is what I am saying:
I am working through the book of Daniel using a Beth Moore series. I am being SO blessed by it! I've wanted to study prophecy for some time and I love the accounts of what happened during Daniel's time on earth. As I work through, I find myself being changed. Not so much by Beth but by the words God has given us. I find myself aware of the world around me and the role I play in it. I feel drawn closer to God in numerous ways that He knows I need right now. I feel a clearer sense of who I am being called to be in Christ. I feel an awareness of the world around me and what it would have me be. The two differ so much but I am being fed real, solid food to prepare me for whatever comes my way! I can honestly say that it has been a few years since I have been so eager to study my Bible.
As I work through the book, several names are being laid on my heart to take this study to. I feel burdened to ask them to honestly go through this study and grow closer to the God who spoke through Daniel. A few of these names are those of men. I fear that my recommendation won't be taken seriously because it was written for women and by a woman. This opens up a big can of worms for those who have a history in the church of Christ but I pray that they would look past that and see the lessons that are theirs for the taking. God is calling us to be more than we are. I hope I can live up to it.
About Me
- Dana
- I am a lover of the small things is life - a deep blue sky, the smell of rain, the laughter of a child, the comfort of a hug, getting lost in a good book, the joy in my niece and nephew. I am reminded daily of God's promises, presence, and goodness. He has blessed me with a loving family and supportive friends. He loves me too much to leave me as I am.
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2 comments:
Bible study is Bible study whether the preparer was a woman or a man. I love the depth of Beth Moore. God has blessed her with wisdom.
I do hope the men will listen to you and check out her studies. I completely understand and am not trying to advocate a woman taking a leadership role in the church.
The study is a personal study based on scriptures and comments she has prepared but still a personal study that will benefit anyone doing it.
As your dad would say, the truth, no matter the form or where it comes, is still the truth. I know you will present it in such a way that they'll see your motivation is for their edification and growth. Love you!
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