During the early nineteenth century Presbyterian women claimed new roles for themselves and formed missionary and charity societies, established and taught in Sunday schools, became missionaries, promoted female education, and frequently became the acknowledged spiritual leaders of the home. The author discusses why women sought new opportunities, why the male clergy and laity assented, what developments facilitated the changes, what kinds of women responded to the new climate in the church, the...
Fresh from her groundbreaking book The Mom I Want to Be, speaker and young-adult mentor Eller offers 18- to 29-year-old women an honest, faith-filled look at the journey to maturity.
Consecrated A Woman's Guide to Virtuous, Liberated Love
by Shellee a Mitchell
The debate over women's roles in the Southern Baptist Convention's conservative ascendance is often seen as secondary to theological and biblical concerns. Elizabeth Flowers argues, however, that for both moderate and conservative Baptist women all of whom had much at stake disagreements that touched on their familial roles and ecclesial authority have always been primary. And, in the turbulent post war era, debate over their roles caused fierce internal controversy. While the legacy of race and...
Drawing on real-life situations, guidance from Scripture, and practical advice, Annie helps women deal with irritating people, offers options for handling anger before it becomes destructive, and encourages readers to draw closer to God.
101 Favorite Bible Verses for Women: Passages to Fortify the Faith of Women Today
This book is the perfect gift for busy grown-up friends-or even for your busy self. In our busy, grown-up world, we move so fast that we often miss the fun of life. But with the help of this little book, you'll rediscover the big joys that are wrapped in the slow moments.
Need to be held by your heavenly Father? Let this mom-friendly devotional help you connect with the One who alone can bring refreshment and strength for whatever life may throw at you. Busy moms themselves, authors Laurie and Sharon know the kinds of struggles you are facing as you raise your family. Reflecting their characteristic honesty and real-life approach, these uplifting and practical devotions will encourage you in the tiring, challenging, and awesome role of "Mommy." Includes discussio...
A Woman's Gotta Do What a Woman's Gotta Do
by Michelle McKinney Hammond
Personable and sassy, Michelle McKinney Hammond invites women on a lively journey through the wisdom of Proverbs 31. Readers will discover practical insights and godly advice based on biblical truths and real-life experiences. Packed with interactive checklists and intriguing questions, A Woman's Gotta Do What a Woman's Gotta Do gives readers opportunities to explore who they are, where they're going, and who they're influencing:Do you react first and think later?When it comes to family and frie...