Queen Vashti is mentioned only once in the Bible. She is often an overlooked woman in the Scripture because her story is attached to that of Esther whose story overshadows Vashti’s.  Yet, Vashti’s story holds some powerful, practical life lessons for women. Although she was unlikely to be a…

Shiphrah and Puah were powerful women of faith in the Old Testament. Only a few verses in the Bible tell their story but their bravery and faithfulness make them outstanding examples. They stand to speak of the power of God, even in our professional life, to cover and protect…

Joseph’s coat of many colors is one of the most popular Bible stories for children. Learning as a child, you probably only focused on how it made Joseph’s brothers become green-eyed monsters.  But as an adult, revisiting this story is making me realize that there is so much more…

There are just about a dozen verses in the Bible about Jochebed. Yet, she stands out as a powerful example of faith. Jochened’s story is  empowering for many women and mothers who trust God to take them through each day. What powerful nuggets can we draw from her life…