Generous women in the Bible
October 11, 2021
I’m Miriam Neff-with STARTING OVER FINANCIALLY, and I’m Valerie Neff Hogan, and we’re here to talk about money
M Scripture gives many examples of women who were generous with their money. Luke 8: 1—3 lists women who provided financially for Jesus’ housing and food as he traveled through cities and villages proclaiming the gospel.
V Mary, called Mary Magdalene who had had 7 demons, supported him from her own wealth. She is mentioned 12 times in the Gospels and was at his crucifixion and resurrection. She had been forgiven much, and loved much. Her generosity bore witness to her heart.
Joanna was the wife of Herod’s steward Chuza. She followed Jesus supporting him from her own means as well.
M Little is said about these two women. But their generosity was important, evident, and unusual in that day.