The seeming insignificance of many of the women mentioned in the New
Testament is put to rest in this insightful Bible study, which delves
into the many examples of those-such as Anna, Joanna, Susanna, Dorcas,
Lydia, Priscilla, Phoebe, and Junia-whose stories show the critical
roles they played in helping Jesus in his ministry and in the formation
of the church. As you read about these women at work two thousand years
ago, you'll find that in many cases their issues are still issues for us
today. How they handled their work life may help us manage ours in ways
that bring honor to God and joy to us in the midst of our work.
This Bible study is part of The Bible and Your Work Study Series. Each
book contains Scripture references, thought-provoking questions, and
prayers to help you explore what the Bible says about work and apply it
to your life in positive, practical ways. The lessons in each chapter
are designed for thirty-minute lunch breaks, although they can be used
in other formats as well.
The Theology of Work Project is a resource to help you apply the
Scriptures and Christian faith to your work. It includes wisdom from
over 140 contributors from sixteen countries who attest that although we
often find ourselves frustrated, exploited, or underappreciated as we
work, God didn't intend it to be toilsome. So what was God's original
plan for work? How do we claim our divine calling to work? Why does your
work matter to God? By exploring the topic from Genesis to Revelation,
we see a theology of work that shows us how to support ourselves, serve
others, and find value in our vocations.
