“10 women in the Bible who exceeded expectations.
Immediately we can think of women in the Bible like Mary, Eve, Sarah, Miriam, Esther, Ruth, Naomi, Deborah, and Mary Magdalene. But there are others that have only a small appearance in the Bible, some as few as one verse.
While plenty of women in the Bible were strong, capable women, these ladies didn’t sit around waiting for someone else to get the job done. They feared God and lived faithfully. They did what they needed to do.” (Kate Edwards is a School Chaplain, Kid’s Ministry Leader and aspiring Bible Scholar. http://www.thenurturedword.com/)
This week we will look at some of the lesser-known women in the Bible. They will challenge us in our walk with the Lord.
8. Priscilla
“Priscilla, also known as Prisca, was a Jewish woman from Rome who converted to Christianity. Some may point out that she is always mentioned with her husband and never on her own. However, they are always shown as equals in Christ, and the two of them together are remembered as leaders of the early church.
Priscilla in the Bible – Romans 16:3-4
“Greet Prisca and Aquila, who work with me in Christ Jesus, and who risked their necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles.”
Pricilla and Aquila were tentmakers like Paul (Acts 18:3).
Luke also tells us in Acts 18 that when Apollos began to speak in Ephesus it was Priscilla and Aquila together who pulled him aside and explained the Way of God more accurately.
How she exceeded expectations:
Priscilla is an example of how a husband and wife can have an equal partnership in their work for the Lord. She was noted of having equal importance to her husband, both to God and the early church. Here we see the early church respecting husbands and wives working together as useful teachers for the gospel.” (Kate Edwards is a School Chaplain, Kid’s Ministry Leader and aspiring Bible Scholar. http://www.thenurturedword.com/)
Priscilla was a well-trained leader in the first century church. She was a tent maker, a teacher of God’s word, loyal to Paul’s ministry, and wise in correct doctrine.
Does God use women in ministry? YES! Priscilla is commended by Paul for her hard work. She is also faithful to her husband. They work together to see people saved and encouraged in God’s word.
Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 907 715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com
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