Women’s Ministry Bible Studies

Women’s Ministry Bible Studies

The opportunity to grow spiritually through Bible study is a tremendous blessing. Women’s Ministry has produced Christ-centered and scriptural Bible studies for use individually or in a group. Resources to help start a study group or evaluate Bible studies from other sources are also provided. These free resources are available for download on the Women’s Ministry resource center. God’s blessings on your study of the his Word!

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Recommended: Heirs Together

Do you have questions about how the LORD wants you to serve in his church?

Do you have questions about what the LORD made you to do as a woman in his church and in this world?

Do you wonder what “headship” is really about?

Do you know how to use your gifts to the fullest and yet also honor and respect headship as part of God’s design for his church and people?

Do you see headship as a burden or a blessing as you strive to serve the LORD with your words, actions, and life?

You’re not alone. Those of us on the Women’s Ministry Committee have had some or all of the questions you may have. After more than a year of Bible study with pastors, seminary professors and laywomen, we were delighted to find that God answered all of those questions himself in Scripture. The WMC felt the need to let God answer those questions himself for you too. Therefore a Bible study was written by that committee entitled, “Heirs Together of God’s Gracious Gift of Life.” We encourage you to work through our foundational Bible study, Heirs Together, for an in-depth look at the beauty of God’s design.

This bible study begins with an emphasis on the shared blessings and responsibilities men and women have in serving Christ. The lessons provide opportunities for men and women to discuss what Scripture says about their interdependence and the unique applications of unchanging principles for different ministry settings.

There are 11 Lessons in the book, each has 2 parts. The topics in the first half of the study are: Equality in God’s Image; Equality in Sin and Salvation; Our Shared Mission as Royal Priests of God; The Spiritual Gifts God Gives both to Men and Women. The second half of the study looks at our unique callings as male and female by defining head, helper and calling, and then applying these relationships in marriage, church and the unbelieving world.

Recommended: Ruth

Available from NPH $14.99

Ruth: Living in God’s unfailing faithfulness allows flexibility for a variety of schedules making it practical to use as a personal or group Bible Study. The discussion questions help participants share their faith and make real-life applications. Answer helps at the back of the book guide readers to new insights. Prayer Pauses throughout the study offer moments to stop and pray. The book also includes 5 one-hour Bible study lessons for groups with a set schedule.

Prayers To Open Bible Study

Prayer # 1

Heavenly Father, as we gather together to study your Word, we pray that you would send your Holy Spirit to be with us. Clear our minds from the distractions and concerns of the day and open our hearts to receive the truth of your Word. Guide our study and discussions that we may grow closer to you in all we do and say. Strengthen our faith according to the promises in your Word and bind our hearts to one another in fellowship and love. May the words of our mouths and the meditation of our hearts be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, our Rock and Redeemer, Amen.

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Lord Jesus, it is a privilege and pleasure to gather together as sisters in Christ to study your Word. Bless our time together and strengthen our faith with your Word. Deepen our understanding of your truths and grant us wisdom as we learn to apply all that we have studied. When we see the truth of the law in your Word, pierce our hearts to see our sin, and then quickly comfort us with the blessing of your gospel. When we feel discouraged because we cannot keep all your commands, remind us that Christ has indeed lived a perfect life on our behalf. Help us focus on your amazing gifts of grace, forgiveness and righteousness. May our time together leave us with joyful hearts, renewed faith, confidence in the gospel and motivation to live for your glory. In the name of Jesus our Savior we pray. Amen.

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Lord Jesus, as we gather around your Word we pray that you would teach us as children learning from their dear Father. Remind us of the blessed waters of baptism which washed us clean and filled us with your Spirit. Give us faith to be child-like in accepting your truth with unquestioning hearts; but grow us into mature believers who love your Word and search its depths for your wisdom and love. Guide and direct our study that we may keep your truth pure and grow in the knowledge and grace of your Son, in whose name we pray. Amen.

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Lord Jesus, in your grace and love you have given us your Word as a light for our path, to guide us in our journey of life. But your Word gives us more than just direction; it gives us life itself. Your Word is the power and strength of the Church on earth, and it is ours as well. Thank you for this priceless gift; lead us to treasure it above all things. Make us diligent students and eager learners that we may grow in grace and wisdom. Open our hearts to understand your teachings that we are equipped and motivated to faithfully serve you with our gifts by the power of your almighty Word. Bless our study that all we say and learn is in keeping with your truth; let our hearts and words bring you glory and build our fellowship. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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