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WOMEN IN DISCIPLESHIP (sm)
WOMEN OF FAITH FROM BARRENNESS TO BLESSEDNESS
WEEK ONE
Sarai - Sarah
INTRODUCTION
Facts: - Sarah was Abraham's wife. (Gen. 11:29) - Abraham was Sarah's half-brother. (Gen. 20:12) - Sarah was barren until the age of 90. (Gen. 17:17) - Sarah was one of a select few who was given a miracle-birth child. (Gen. 18:10-11) - Sarai's name was changed to Sarah. Both names can mean "princess" or "beautiful to look upon." (Gen. 17:15) - Sarah's changed name emphasized the new meaning, "mother of nations." (Gen. 17:15) - Sarah lived 127 years. She was the only woman whose age at death is recorded. (Gen. 23:1)
With the above information regarding Sarah, let us now look into Scripture to learn what God desires for our lives from these significant passages.
DAY ONE
- Read the story of Sarah from Genesis 11:26--23:20 in one sitting. Pray that the Holy Spirit will give you insight and application for your life.
- Read Genesis 11:27-32 and list the details you learn about Sarai.
- Read Genesis 12:1-9. Abram, Sarai, and their family had settled in Haran for a season then were on the move again. Why?
- Look on a map and trace the journey of Abram, Sarai, and their family from Ur to Egypt. How many miles was it approximately?
- What significance do you see in this form of travel for Sarai compared to today or 100 years ago?
LESSONS AND APPLICATIONS
- Sarai traveled from Ur to Egypt because this was the command of her husband. What have you done recently because your spouse, parents, or job required it of you?
- How was your attitude?
- The Lord said for them to "go" (Gen. 12:1-2). In what area of your life is the Lord telling you to "go" today?
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