A woman is: an adult female human being.
Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.” Genesis 2:18
So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep. While the man slept, the Lord God took out one of the man’s ribs and closed up the opening. Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib, and he brought her to the man. Genesis 2:21-22
So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27
EZER = to save, rescue, bring life into crisis situations.
She would sit under the Palm of Deborah, between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites would go to her for judgment. Judges 4:5
On an ordinary day, while conducting her duties as judge, Deborah delivered God’s message to Barak to take 10,000 men to battle against Sisera, the commander of Jabin’s army. Deborah’s prophecy continued, “And I [God] will deliver him into your hand” Judges 4:7
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. Ephesians 2:10
Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life. Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies. Philippians 4:6-9
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Connection Christian Academy
Looking for Christ-Centered Schooling for your kids? We’re hosting an open house, and we’d love for you to join us Tuesday, May 10th at 10:30am. Come tour our classrooms, including our Physical Education class, and get all of your questions answered about Connection Christian Academy from our teachers and other parents. Find out more HERE!1830 Ministry Night (Young Adults)
1830 Night is happening on May 20th at 6:30pm, TCC Buda Campus, for everyone ages 18 to 30. Along with worship and a great message, we’ll have free food and drinks, plus, have a great time with friends.River Baptism
Celebrate life change with us at River Baptism on Sunday, May 22nd from 3-5pm at Twin Oaks Ranch in Buda. We’ll have burgers, Kona Ice and lots of fun! Whether you’re planning to Take the Plunge or just want to have a great time with good friends, we can’t wait to see you there!
Connection Group Questions:
- Apart from your wife or mother, what woman have you know that you you think is/was a great woman? In what ways did she stand out as a leader?
- The word “Ezer” means helper in the Bible, and it also means “to save, rescue, bring life in crisis situations.” How does a biblical view of womanhood elevate women?
- In the message, we heard that God places each of us in a position to make a difference in the world. What are some of the positions that you’ve been placed in where you can do something great for God? How can you leverage your position for greater influence?
- In the account of Deborah from Judges 4, how do you think the Israelites felt about having a woman judge and deliver them? How would you have felt?
- In what ways have you experienced the Lord’s deliverance in your life?
- How can your group support you in prayer this week?