Day 2 21 Day Plan for Busy Women

092911 Day 2 - 21 Day Plan or Busy Women


The scriptures for Day 2 of the 21 Day Plan for Busy Women are Judges 16:4-22 and I Kings 21: 1-16. These two passages give us insight into two well known women from the Bible - Delilah and Jezebel. Delilah conspired with Sansom's enemies and gave Sansom's ememies the secret of Sansom's strength. As a result, Sansom's enemies were able to capture and bind Sansom. (Judges 16: 4-22) Jezebel lied, schemed and caused the death of another in order to further her husand's goals. (I Kings 21: 1-16)

These are perhaps two of the most reviled figures in history. I must admit, I have never liked Delilah. Even as a child I did not understand how a woman could intentionally and repeatedly betray a man she was suppose to love. Simultaneously, I not understand why Sansom gave the secret of his power and strength to a woman who proved herself to be unworthy of the secret. I always dislked Jezebel for her unethical behavior. However, I pitied Jezebel for her ultimate fate of being eaten by dogs. Instead of using her power and intelligence for good, she lied, conspired, caused a loss of life and her huband to be cursed.

Perhaps the lesson learned from reading about these two women is that as women we have great deal of power that we can use both for and against the men in our lives. What we must realize is that our actions have consequences lasting throughout eternity. As busy women, we have a limited amount of time and an unlimited amount of things to do. We must use our power for good because when the history books tell ourstory, we do not want to be ashamed of what the pages say.

Day 1 - 21 Day Plan For Busy Women

I have just started the "21 Day Plan for Busy Women." As a wife, mother of four and business owner, I am defintely a busy woman. I am taking the next 21 days to explore the Bible's advice for busy women like myself.

As busy wives and mothers, we need to remember that we are the very defintion of the virtuous woman of Proverbs 31. As Christian women, we are, like Mary, with God and blessed among women. (v 28) Often we are forced by the realities of life to do so many things for so many people. At those times we must realize that we are not alone and that there are blessings in the work we do. We can stand tall and not be afraid because we have found favor with God. (v30) It is good idea to talk with God and to ask Him questions about His plans. (v 34). God will answer our questions and not leave us without the information we need. (v 35) We must step out on faith and know that all things, all our hopes and dream are possible with God. (v 37) In addition, just as Elisabeth was happy when Mary was blessed by God we should find the time to be happy about the blessings received by others. (v 38) Perhaps on of the most amazing ideas is that God sees us were we are and can call us into greatness. (v 48)

In sum, my first day in this 21 day journey has been a good one and has encouraged me in my pursuit to be a better woman.

Bible in 90 Days Day 86

Bible in 90 Days Day 86 Using the SOAP Method

Scripture

I Thessalonians 1 to Philemon 1

Observations

1 The Word of God came to us in words, in power

2 We need to seek ways to please God, not ways to please man

3 You can succeed if you stand strong in the Lord

4 Jesus has told us how we should conduct ourselves

5 Jesus will return as a surprise to us, like thief in the night

II Thessalonians

1 Those who do not obey the Lord will be punished severely with flaming fire

2 Be careful in what you follow because Satan will send things out for you to follow that are not of God

3 The Lord will strengthen you and keep you from evil

I Timothy

1 The law is not for followers of God who live under grace, but for the sinful and lawless

2 We should pray for our leaders and those in authority so that we may lead peaceful lives

3 Leaders of the church should be leading proper lives and managing their families well, because if they cannot manage their homes, they cannot manage the church

4 Every creature of God is good and can be eaten because they were created to give thanksgiving

5 A person that does not provide for his own family is worse than an infidel

6 It is free to come to Christ but it costs to stay in the faith

II Timothy

1 God has called us to work for him for a purpose

2 We should study the word of God so we know what he wants of us and should not be ashamed of our working to understand. Instructions on prayer, (I need to review more with other scriptural references, such as Proverbs 31: 10 - 31)

3 All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is good for correction, teaching and so that man may be perfect

4 The word of God should be preached while it can for in the future people will not listen to the word of God, but turn to their own ways and understanding

Titus

1 Church leaders should be godly men and not ill tempered and should follow the words of God

2 We should liver soberly and righteously looking for the hope of Christ’s return

3 We are saved by mercy and not by our own works

Philemon

1 Paul is sending Timothy and asks those who receive him to treat Timothy as they would Paul

　

Application

This section of scriptures reminds me again that the Bible is a huge and powerful book that must be studied in context of the rest of the book. There are many passages that seem to say one thing, but if we read the entire bible or sometimes even the rest of the chapter we see that what we thought we understood in one verse is changed or amended or more fully explained in a verse later in the very same chapter.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me your word! Thank you for allowing me to study so that I can understand what you want from me and how I can better live out my purpose. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

Bible in 90 Days Day 85

Bible in 90 Days Day 85 Using the SOAP Method

Scripture

Galatians 3:26 - 29 to Colossians 4

Observations

3 All people are one and equal in Jesus Christ

4 In Christ we are children of promise with great things before us

5 If you walk in the spirit of God, you are not judged under the aw

6 You reap what you sow

Ephesians

1 Through Christ we have redemption through his blood and forgiveness of our sins through His grace

2 We are saved by God’s grace, it is not something we do ourselves, but a gift from God

3 We can be bold and confident through our faith in God

4 We should walk in a way that is worthy of the vocation for which God has called us

5 We should submit to each other in the fear of God

6 Be strong in the Lord and put on the whole armor of God

Philippians

1 Paul says his bonds should make others stronger in the faith

2 Paul is sending encouragement and hope to the church at Philipi

3 Paul says he presses on toward the mark of the high calling in Jesus Christ

4 Truth, honesty, justice, loveliness, goodness and virtue are things to be thought on if praise is deserved

Colossians

1 It all ends and begins with God

2 We should walk in Jesus Christ, rooted and established in the faith

3 Paul describes the behavior we should have, cleanliness, holiness and Christlike

4 Our words should be well thought out and with grace

Application

This section of scriptures was interesting because it contained a lot of suggestions on how everyday life should be lived. It talked about how Christians should walk, talk, live a faithful life, relate with family members and the world. All the direction we need is there within God’s words if we just read and obey.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for your many kindnesses and mercies. I thank you for teaching me how to behave. Please continue to teach me how to be what you want me to be and help me to be the kind of woman you want me to be. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

Bible in 90 Days Day 84

Bible in 90 Days Day 84 Using the SOAP Method

Scripture

I Corinthians 15 to Galatians 3: 1 - 25

Observations

　

15 Jesus was crucified and raised from the dead, the Christian fatith is based upon this principle

16 Paul states that he will do what he is called to do

1 God comforts us so that we can be a comfort to others who are in the midst of troubled times

2 God gives us triumph in all things and makes it possible for us to know him anywhere

3 Things that are hidden from our understanding now, will be clearly understood when we are before God

4 No matter how bad things get, we are not defeated or destroyed because we have Christ

5 All will be judged by God based upon what we have done while we are alive

6 Even to the infidel, God has said that they will serve him and he will be their God

7 Paul claimed to be happy and bold in his speech because he represented Christ

8 God blesses those with open minds who accept based on what they have rather than what they do not have

9 God loves a cheerful giver so we should give generously from our hearts, not from guilt

10 We walk in the flesh, but not after the flesh, we should walk after God and his teachings

11 Paul is afraid that the follows of Christ will grow weak and lose their faith, he encourages them to stand strong

12 Paul says he takes strength in knowing that God’s grace is sufficient and that his weakness is made strong through his belief in Christ

13 Paul calls upon the church members to examine themselves to be sure they are acting in accordance with Christ’s principles

1 Paul says that if anyone from anywhere preaches another gospel, they are not to be trusted because they are perverting the gospel of Christ

2 Man is not justified by his works, but by faith in God

3 The blessings of Abraham are extended to the Gentiles through Jesus Christ

Application

This section of scriptures reminds me that Christ and our faith in Him is real and relevant today. Our faith in God is a real thing, something that lives and breathes just as it did for the early Christians.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for your many blessings. Please continue to bless and keep me so that I can do what you would have me to do. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

Bible in 90 Days Day 83

Bible in 90 Days Day 83 Using the SOAP Method

Scripture

Romans 15 to I Corinthians 14

Observations

15 We are told to receive one another in the body of Christ with one mind and one mouth glorifying God as Christ greeted the church

16 Paul tells the Christians to make note of any divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine of Christ and to avoid them

1 Paul tells us again that first shall be last and last shall be first

2 Paul talks about the prophesy stating that man has no idea what wonderful things God has in store for those who love Him

3 Don’t be deceived by those pretending to be wise, they are actually fools if their wisdom does not come from God

4 Paul tells us that sometimes people treat us improperly because we are Christians, but God will avenge us and treat us properly

5 Paul tells us to put away wicked persons from yourself

6 When we have problems with believers, we should go to them and try to resolve the matter peacefully

7 Those who are married cannot devote all their attention to God, because they must spend time trying to please their spouses

8 Paul says the we should be careful that we do not lead others astray with freedom we take

9 You must understand those you are trying to save if you are going to save them

10 We are not tempted above what we are able to withstand

11 A woman should be covered when she prays and long hair is her covering, her hair is given to her for a covering

12 Everyone in the body of Christ has a job to do and each job is important and necessary for the body to function

13 The love chapter

14 One should not speak in tongues when prophesying if the audience does not understand because that edifies only the speaker. In order to edify the audience, one must speak in a language the audience understands.

Application

This section of scriptures is personally interesting because I have recently started attending an apostolic church that requires women to wear head coverings. This is interesting because it is an example of the church following a tradition rather than the whole scripture. Because in I Chorinthians 11:`5 it states, " if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given to her for a covering. As I have read the Bible over th past 90 days, I have seen several examples of things that are habits in the church which are the result of habit due to misinterpretation of incomplete interpretation that are not Biblical principals.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for your many blessings. Thank you for being my Lord and savior. Please continue to lead me and guide me so that I can be what you have in mind for me. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.

Bible in 90 days Day 81

Bible in 90 Days Day 81 Using the SOAP Method

Scripture

Acts 17 to Acts 28: 1 - 16

Observations

17 When we were ignorant of our sin, God ignored it, but now that we know, God calls us to repent

18 God tells Paul not to be afraid, and not to hold his peace

19 If people cast out demons, they must do it in the name of Christ, not in their own names

20 God calls church leaders to care for their churches because God has purchased the church with His blood

21 Paul was held captive and bound over for punishment

22 Paul escaped punishment by scourging only to be held over for another punishment

23 Paul continues to be persecuted because he stands for God

24 Paul’s struggles and persecution continues

25 Paul’s persecution is described as unjust

26 Paul testifies about his persecution

27 Paul’s testimony continues

28 Paul continues and testifies that he has continually been tried, found innocent and held over again for trial

Application

This section of scriptures is hopeful to me because it gives examples of a person being persecuted unjustly, but continuing to stand strong and continue on in the fight. It is helpful because today many times we are falsely accused, persecuted and tried. We must continue on and fight forward. We need to realize that the Bible contains role models for us in our current struggles.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for your many blessings and for keeping me safe. Please continue to give me strength and encouragement so that I can continue on in the fight for right.