As some of you may know, this website is a small ministry. It consists of Scarlett Stough and me, with contributions from some of our readers. As such, when major occurrences happen in our lives, it can affect the website. That is why the website for this month was delayed.

My father passed away in March, so the month overflowed with personal concerns. While the passing away of anyone we love is never easy, my father led a long, full and good life. He would have turned 89 in May of this year. He was a decorated World War II veteran. He was wounded while helping two other men, one of whom was wounded, out of the mire of a small creek as they were withdrawing from heavy enemy fire. While the other two continued in the withdrawal, he was subsequently captured and became a prisoner of war. He survived the war and helped raise his four children. My father had faith in our God in heaven. He tried to serve others whenever he could. 

The season in which he died is full of hope. We are reminded of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for us. I know my father will live again because of that sacrifice. 

This website was started to focus on the lessons we can learn from the women in the Bible. As I watched “The Nativity Story” and “The Passion,” I was reminded of the great faith of Mary. When the angel announced to Mary that she was to be the mother of “the Son of the Most High,” she answered, “I am the Lord’s servant, may it be to me as you have said.” When God sacrificed his only son, Mary watched on as her son died.

The next few months we will focus on another woman of faith. She had great faith and served others. She received the prophet Elisha in her home. In “A Prophet’s Reward,” we study what we can learn from her example of that service. 

As we reflect on Jesus Christ’s service and sacrifice this special season, come join us as we learn a lesson of service and faith from “A Great Woman.”