In this Lenten study, we delve into the lives of three remarkable women who not only witnessed but actively participated in the unfolding of Jesus’ ministry, culminating in the events of the first Holy Week and Easter. Through the stories of Mary of Bethany, Mary of Nazareth (Jesus Mother), and Mary Magdalene, we uncover profound lessons of faith, devotion, courage, and redemption.
Mary of Bethany, with her act of anointing Jesus’ feet with expensive perfume sets the stage for the Lord’s burial, infusing the air with the fragrance of her sacrificial love.Through her story, we learn about the power of extravagant worship and selfless devotion
Mary, the mother of Jesus, ever faithful and steadfast, stands by Jesus from his first breath to his last, whose unwavering faith and obedience played an important role in God’s redemptive plan. We reflect on Mary’s journey, exploring issues of trust, surrender, and the challenges of embracing God’s will, even in the face of uncertainty and suffering. Her unwavering presence at the foot of the cross inspires us to persevere in our own faith journeys, even in the face of adversity.
Mary Magdalenes’, remarkable journey we witness her transformation from a place of darkness and despair to one of radiant hope and unwavering faith. In the midst of Jesus’ darkest hours, Mary emerges as a beacon of courage and steadfast support, standing faithfully by His side. Mary stands as the first and primary witness to the extraordinary event of Jesus’ resurrection.
With profound insights and contemporary relevance for today’s women, Liz Curtis Higgs invites us on a journey through the Easter narrative, offering a fresh perspective through the lives of three remarkable women named Mary. In her exploration of the Biblical text, Higgs gives insight to the transformative encounters these women had with Jesus, revealing the depth of their dedication, courageousness. and faith.
What an extraordinary trio of women, each contributing uniquely to the Easter narrative. And what a Savior, whose life, death, and resurrection forever changed their lives and continues to transform ours. Through Higgs’ insightful exploration, we are invited to walk alongside these women, discovering anew the beauty and significance of Easter in our own lives. With her expertise as a seasoned Bible teacher and acclaimed novelist, Liz Curtis Higgs seamlessly intertwines storytelling with significant verse-by-verse examination of Scripture, offering a comprehensive and enriching exploration of these remarkable women.
Liz Curtis Higgs has one goal: to help women embrace the grace of God with joy and abandon. She is the author of more than thirty books with 4.6 million copies in print, including her nonfiction bestsellers It’s Good to Be Queen, Bad Girls of the Bible, The Girl’s Still Got It, and The Women of Christmas; her award-winning Parable Treasury for children; and several Scottish historical novels, including her New York Times bestseller, Mine Is the Night.
A seasoned professional speaker and Bible study teacher, Liz has toured with Women of Faith, Extraordinary Women, and Women of Joy, and has spoken at more than 1,700 conferences in all fifty states of the United States and fifteen foreign countries.
Liz is happily married to author Bill Higgs. They share their life together in a nineteenth-century farmhouse in Louisville, Kentucky.