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   The book of Acts is peppered with stories of women that would’ve raised eyebrows in the 1st century and might still today. These women aren’t the stuff of Sunday School picture books.

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   Priscilla. Holy Spirit. Timothy. Lydia. Acts is the history of the development of the first churches and the spread of Christianity. For about the first decade after the death of Jesus, Christianity existed almost exclusively among the Jews.

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   Women in Acts: Women’s Role in the Birth of the Church. Elyse Fitzpatrick 14 min read 2 months ago. Most of us easily recall Mary’s words of submission to the Spirit’s invitation and work: “I am the Lord’s servant. … May your word to me be fulfilled” (Luke 1:38 NIV).

6. www.learnreligions.com › lydia-in-the-bible-4150413Lydia: Seller of Purple in the Book of Acts - Learn Religions

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   Feb 16, 2019 · Mary Fairchild. Updated on February 16, 2019. Lydia in the Bible was one of thousands of minor characters mentioned in Scripture, but after 2,000 years, she is still remembered for her contribution to early Christianity. Her story is told in the book of Acts.

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8. www.faithward.org › women-of-the-bible-studyTabitha / Dorcas: Faithful Disciple of Jesus | Acts 9:36-42 ...

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   By Elder Regina Brannock. Tabitha in the Bible was a faithful disciple of Jesus. Acts 9:36-42 tells us that Tabitha (who was also known as Dorcas) was devoted to good works and charity. Just like Tabitha, so many of us are devoted to helping others. But, when we need help, who is there to help us?

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   Jul 22, 2023 · Carol Plafcan. Jul 22, 2023. 5 min read. The Women of Acts. Updated: May 29. Jesus loves and cares deeply for each of us whether we are a man or a woman. He has a task for each of us. No part of the body of Christ is more important than another according to Paul (I Corinthians 12: 15-26).

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    Who are the women mentioned in the Book of Acts?

    • The women in the Book of Acts are real and diverse. They include household servants, tradeswomen, business leaders, and intellectuals. They are essential to the church's understanding of itself in any era or culture.

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    What is the Book of acts about?

    • The book of Acts is primarily written about the male leaders of the early church. As you watch this episode, think of the different cultures of these prominent women and the different times they appear in the history of the Church. The first story is about Tabitha, also known as Dorcas.

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    What did women do in the Bible?

    • Although not everyone was literate, women who were may have read passages of Scripture in gatherings—and also offered interpretations. Acts 18:24–26 describes how Priscilla and Aquila helped instruct the teacher Apollos. (5) Women performed acts of charity, which met the physical needs of their community.

    5 Ways Women Participated in the Early Church

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    What does the Bible say about women's work?

    • In this way, women’s work likely hinged on the labor of men in the family.” In the New Testament, we see examples of women in the marketplace (e.g., Lydia in Acts 16:14) and working in the family trade (e.g., Priscilla in Acts 18:2–3). This costs substantial money and resources, but we don't charge a cent to you to cover any of those expenses.

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    Who was Tabitha in the Bible?

    • Tabitha, mentioned in the Bible's Book of Acts, was a person of means who devoted her resources, time, and labor to serving her community by clothing the poorer women at her own expense. Acts 12:6-19

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    What happened to Tabitha in the Book of Acts?

    • In the Book of Acts, Luke records the story of Tabitha's illness and death. He highlights the widows' weeping and showing Peter the good things Tabitha had made for them while she was living. In response, Peter prayed over Tabitha and raised her from the dead. Luke's account of Tabitha is one of real, diverse, and essential women in the Book of Acts.

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    Mar 19, 2023 · The Book of Acts describes how prayer was a central part of early Christian gatherings (e.g., Acts 1:14; 12:12–27), with men and women praying together. (3) Women led hymns.