Wisdom from Women in the Bible: Giants of the Faith Speak into Our Lives

by John C. Maxwell

Overview

If you could spend a few minutes with biblical heroines Ruth, Sarah, Mary, and others, what valuable lessons would they share with you? In the tradition of Running with the Giants and Learning from the Giants, John Maxwell shares wisdom on life and leadership inspired by the Bible-this time focusing solely on the stories of nine incredible women.

Learn how God blesses the promises you keep to Him, why you should follow your heart to find your hope, and how not to miss your moment with God. Read on your own or study with a group using the provided faith-building questions. You'll enjoy the journey with Maxwell as he imagines what it would be like to visit heaven and meet giants of the faith who had their lives transformed by God.

You'll gain insights from:
Ruth...for when you must make a decision but don't know what to do.
Sarah...for when you can't understand God and impatience threatens to overwhelm you.
Mary. . .for when God asks you to do something outside of your comfort zone.

The women who influenced Maxwell inspired this book, and he includes the perspectives of those closest to him in this volume. They and the giants of the faith who continue to inspire them will encourage you to fulfill your destiny and leave a lasting, positive impression on your family and the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781455557097
Publisher:	FaithWords
Publication date:	03/31/2015
Series:	Giants of the Bible
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	258,963
File size:	814 KB

About the Author

John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than twenty-four million books in fifty languages. Often called America's #1 leadership authority, Maxwell was identified as the most popular leadership expert in the world by Inc. magazine in 2014. And he has been voted the top leadership professional six years in a row on LeadershipGurus.net.

He is the founder of The John Maxwell Company, The John Maxwell Team, and EQUIP, a non-profit organization that has trained more than five million leaders in 180 countries. Each year Maxwell speaks to Fortune 500 companies, presidents of nations, and many of the world's top business leaders. He can be followed at Twitter.com/JohnCMaxwell. For more information about him visit JohnMaxwell.com. Maxwell lives in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix

Preface xiii

Ruth … for when you must make a decision but don't know what to do.

Sarah … for when you can't understand God and impatience threatens to overwhelm you. 26

Rahab … for when you're feeling jaded or disappointed with your life. 47

Hannah … for when you don't want to do something you know you should. 72

Abigail … for when you've been put in a difficult situation. 95

Miriam … for when you're discouraged because others seem more successful than you. 121

Mary … for when God asks you to do something outside your comfort zone. 147

Martha … for those times when you sense God's presence. 174

The Samaritan Woman … for when you're feeling unworthy or unloved. 199

Conclusion 220

Notes 225

Editorial Reviews

"Clear and inspiring, this is a great approach to leadership."—Publishers Weekly on Good Leaders Ask Great Questions

"The first time I met John Maxwell, I could tell that he and I shared the same values. He cares about people and he wants to help them. One of the best ways to do that is to teach people how to overcome failure and adversity. That ability turned my life around. If you read Sometimes You Win—Sometimes You Learn, you will learn that valuable skill. I highly recommend this book."—Ben Carson, M.D., pediatric neurosurgeon on Sometimes You Win—Sometimes You Learn

"Millions of individuals—myself included—have been inspired by the words and works of John Maxwell. Now, in The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth, John again shares his remarkable insights and wisdom into how each of us can reach our full potential and make a positive difference in the lives of others."—Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. Cabinet Secretary, Senator and President of the American Red Cross, on The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

"As a coach and leader, I am always looking for way to teach my players how to grow. Thanks to my good friend John Maxwell, you hold in your hands the instruction manual for taking next steps of growth. Embracing these laws will cause you to grow individually and in your contribution to those around you. This book is a must-read for anyone responsible for helping others to grow."—John Calipari, Head Basketball Coach at the University of Kentucky, on The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth

"John Maxwell's books have been required reading for my leadership team for years. I can't think of anyone better at distilling decades of leadership experience into practical, approachable principles that anyone can apply at any level of leadership."—Dave Ramsey, host of The Dave Ramsey Show and best-selling author of The Total Money Makeover, on The 5 Levels of Leadership

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