Meanwhile, Sheba traveled through all the tribes of Israel and eventually came to the town of Abel-beth-maacah. All the members of his own clan, the Bicrites, assembled for battle and followed him into the town. When Joab’s forces arrived, they attacked Abel-beth-maacah. They built a siege ramp against the town’s fortifications and began battering down the wall. But a wise woman in the town called out to Joab, “Listen to me, Joab. Come over here so I can talk to you.” As he approached, the woman asked, “Are you Joab?” “I am,” he replied. So she said, “Listen carefully to your servant.” “I’m listening,” he said.
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Explore the Wise Woman of Abel. In this plan, Dr. Shenica Nelson invites us to discover what it truly means to be a spiritual warrior, one who uses wisdom as a weapon to bring peace and preservation. Drawing from 2 Samuel 20:14-22, this study highlights the story of an unnamed woman who shifted the course of a city through discernment, strategy, and Spirit-led courage. Each day reveals how we, too, can wield the powerful tools of wisdom in our homes, communities, and callings.
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If you’ve ever felt unseen or unimportant and struggled to see how you could make a lasting impact for God’s kingdom, this is the plan for you! We know the significance of famous women in the Bible, such as Esther, Eve, and Ruth. But what about the unsung and even unnamed women in the Bible? In Vol 2 of this plan, discover the lasting impact of ten more changemakers like Abigail, Zipporah, and one who's referred to only as "The Wise Woman." Their stories remind and encourage us that God sees, values, and has a divine purpose for his daughters.
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