Welcome back to summer bible study!
*We are working on some blog issues with images right now, so I apologize if this post looks a little weird without the usual graphics.
Were you excited to finally study a biblical beauty do this week? The captivating woman sure kept things interesting! If she’s single, her passionate pursuit of Christ makes her quite a catch and if she’s married well, she’s got one happy husband! No matter what your relationship status is today, I hope you found some encouraging truths about God’s plan for passionate intimacy.
Week Five Video: The Captivating Woman
Married ladies, get your fan ready, it’s about to get a little steamy in here! And all you teen gals, get ready for a great lesson on how to attract a godly guy. If you are an adult single, I would encourage you to also listen to the teen video. It’s got some great wisdom about dating that you don’t want to miss! Let’s listen as Laurie teaches us how to be captivating! (Click one of the links below for this week’s FREE online video lesson).
Beauty by the Book: Week Five (The Captivating Woman) – Listening Guide: Pg. 107
Beauty by the Book for Teens: Week Five (The Captivating Woman) – Listening Guide: Pg. 107
Reflecting:
This week’s lesson was eye opening wasn’t it? I’m sure even those of who have been married for decades learned something new. But maybe there are still areas of your life that are holding you back from becoming the Captivating woman. Are you single and struggling with staying pure? Are you married and not exactly enjoying intimacy with your husband? I want to show you some resources that can help you overcome any personal obstacles you have in this department in a God honoring way.
For Married women:
The Act of Marriage by Tim and Beverly LaHaye
Sheet Music by Dr. Kevin Leman
Intimate Issues by Linda Dillow and Lorraine Pintus
Sacred Sex by Tony Evans
No More Headaches by Dr. Julianna Slattery
Singles:
Who Has Your Heart by Emily Ryan
Passion and Purity by Elisabeth Elliot
Surrender: The Heart God Controls by Nancy Leigh DeMoss
5 love languages – Singles Edition by Gary Chapman
Fulfilled: The NIV Devotional Bible for the Single Woman
Teens:
Confessions of a Boy Crazy Girl by Paula Hendricks
Kisses from Katie by Katie Davis
Beyond Waiting by Rebekah Snyder
Lies Young Women Believe by Nancy Leigh DeMoss
I’m going to challenge you to find one of these books that speaks to where you are at and read it!
Let’s Chat!
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In the comments, answer one or more of the following discussion questions: (Remember, every week you answer a “Let’s Chat” question you are entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card! The winner will be announced at the end of the study.)
- Married ladies: Busyness causes many marriages to suffer and drift apart. How do you prioritize spending time together, connecting, and enjoying one another’s company on a regular, daily basis?
- Married ladies: What are some of the common pitfalls and habits many wives develop that prevent them from being appealing to their husbands? What are some creative ways a wife can appeal to her husband’s five senses? (BBB – ques. 3, 2nd chart, p. 97)
- Single ladies: What characteristics in Ruth’s life do you most desire in yours? (BBBT – ques. 5, p. 100)
- Single ladies: What kind of guy do you want to say, “I do,” to? (BBBT – ques. 5, p. 104)
To Do This Week – Week Six:
- Complete the five days of homework in your workbook.
- Beauty by the Book: pgs. 108-128
- Beauty by the Book for Teens: pgs. 108-124.
- Watch the Week Six video and complete your Listening Guide.
- Beauty by the Book: The Ideal Woman (Week Six Listening Guide: p. 129)
- Beauty by the Book for Teens: The Ideal Woman(Week Six Listening Guide: p. 125)
- Hop online again starting next Wednesday, August 6th to discuss The Ideal Woman.
You are so close to the finish line! Join me again next week for our last day of summer bible study. See you soon!
Stephanie