Exodus 35:25
Exodus 35:25 in Multiple Translations
Every skilled woman spun with her hands and brought what she had spun: blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen.
And all the women that were wise hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen.
And all the women that were wise-hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, the blue, and the purple, the scarlet, and the fine linen.
And all the women who were expert with their hands, made cloth, and gave the work of their hands, blue and purple and red and the best linen.
Every woman skilled in spinning with her hands brought what she had spun: blue, purple, or crimson thread, or finely-woven linen.
And all the women that were wise hearted, did spin with their hands, and brought ye spun worke, euen the blewe silke, and the purple, the skarlet, and the fine linen.
And every wise-hearted woman hath spun with her hands, and they bring in yarn, the blue, and the purple, the scarlet, and the linen;
All the women who were wise-hearted spun with their hands, and brought that which they had spun: the blue, the purple, the scarlet, and the fine linen.
And all the women that were wise-hearted spun with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen.
The skillful women also gave such things as they had spun, violet, purple, and scarlet, and fine linen,
All the women who were skilled to make cloth brought fine linen thread and blue, purple, or red yarn/thread that they had made/spun.
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Exodus 35:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/כָל
אִשָּׁ֥ה
חַכְמַת
לֵ֖ב
בְּ/יָדֶ֣י/הָ
טָו֑וּ
וַ/יָּבִ֣יאוּ
מַטְוֶ֗ה
אֶֽת
הַ/תְּכֵ֨לֶת֙
וְ/אֶת
הָֽ/אַרְגָּמָ֔ן
אֶת
תּוֹלַ֥עַת
הַ/שָּׁנִ֖י
וְ/אֶת
הַ/שֵּֽׁשׁ
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
אִשָּׁ֥ה
ʼishshâh
H802
woman
N-fs
חַכְמַת
châkâm
H2450
wise
Adj
לֵ֖ב
lêb
H3820
heart
N-ms
בְּ/יָדֶ֣י/הָ
yâd
H3027
hand
Prep | N-cd | Suff
טָו֑וּ
ṭâvâh
H2901
to spin
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
וַ/יָּבִ֣יאוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
מַטְוֶ֗ה
maṭveh
H4299
yarn
N-ms
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/תְּכֵ֨לֶת֙
tᵉkêleth
H8504
blue
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הָֽ/אַרְגָּמָ֔ן
ʼargâmân
H713
purple
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
תּוֹלַ֥עַת
tôwlâʻ
H8438
worm
N-fs
הַ/שָּׁנִ֖י
shânîy
H8144
scarlet
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/שֵּֽׁשׁ
shêsh
H8336
alabaster
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:25
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אִשָּׁ֥ה
ʼishshâh
H802
"woman"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.
Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.
חַכְמַת
châkâm
H2450
"wise"
Adj
This word means wise or skilled, describing someone intelligent or crafty, like a cunning man or a prudent leader.
Definition: 1) wise, wise (man) 1a) skilful (in technical work) 1b) wise (in administration) 1c) shrewd, crafty, cunning, wily, subtle 1d) learned, shrewd (class of men) 1e) prudent 1f) wise (ethically and religiously)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: cunning (man), subtil, (un-), wise((hearted), man). See also: Genesis 41:8; Proverbs 16:14; Psalms 49:11.
לֵ֖ב
lêb
H3820
"heart"
N-ms
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
בְּ/יָדֶ֣י/הָ
yâd
H3027
"hand"
Prep | N-cd | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
טָו֑וּ
ṭâvâh
H2901
"to spin"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To spin means to twist threads together, as in Exodus. This verb is used to describe spinning fibers into yarn or thread.
Definition: (Qal) to spin
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: spin. See also: Exodus 35:25; Exodus 35:26.
וַ/יָּבִ֣יאוּ
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
מַטְוֶ֗ה
maṭveh
H4299
"yarn"
N-ms
This word refers to yarn or something that is spun, often used to describe a thread or fiber. It is a physical object created through spinning or twisting. In the Bible, it is used to describe a basic material for clothing or textiles.
Definition: that which is spun, yarn
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: spun. See also: Exodus 35:25.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/תְּכֵ֨לֶת֙
tᵉkêleth
H8504
"blue"
Art | N-fs
Describes the color blue or violet, obtained from a specific type of mussel, used to dye fabrics in Exodus 28. It is a distinct color in the biblical spectrum.
Definition: 1) violet, violet stuff 1a) violet thread 1b) violet stuff or fabric 2) (TWOT) blue (covering spectrum from brilliant red through deep purple)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: blue. See also: Exodus 25:4; Exodus 39:1; Jeremiah 10:9.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הָֽ/אַרְגָּמָ֔ן
ʼargâmân
H713
"purple"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for purple, describing the color or dyed fabric, is used in the Bible to describe royal garments, like those worn by King Solomon. In Exodus 28:5, it is used to describe the priestly robes. The color symbolized wealth and power.
Definition: purple, red-purple
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: purple. See also: Exodus 25:4; Exodus 39:1; Proverbs 31:22.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
תּוֹלַ֥עַת
tôwlâʻ
H8438
"worm"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for worm or maggot, this term is also used to describe a deep red or crimson color. It's associated with a specific type of worm that produces a vibrant dye. In the Bible, it's used to describe the color of cloth or other materials.
Definition: 1) worm, scarlet stuff, crimson 1a) worm-the female 'coccus ilicis' 1b) scarlet stuff, crimson, scarlet 1b1) the dye made from the dried body of the female of the worm "coccus ilicis" Also means: to.le.ah (תּוֹלֵעָה "worm" H8438B)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: crimson, scarlet, worm. See also: Exodus 16:20; Exodus 39:2; Psalms 22:7.
הַ/שָּׁנִ֖י
shânîy
H8144
"scarlet"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word describes the deep red color of the coccus ilicis insect, used to dye fabric scarlet or crimson, like the scarlet thread in Joshua 2:18. It symbolizes wealth and importance.
Definition: 1) scarlet, crimson 1a) properly, the insect 'coccus ilicis', the dried body of the female yielding colouring matter from which is made the dye used for cloth to colour it scarlet or crimson
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: crimson, scarlet (thread). See also: Genesis 38:28; Exodus 39:1; Proverbs 31:21.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/שֵּֽׁשׁ
shêsh
H8336
"alabaster"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to fine white linen or marble, often used to describe the luxurious clothing and buildings of ancient times, like the Temple in Jerusalem.
Definition: alabaster, similar stone, marble, material of pavement
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] blue, fine (twined) linen, marble, silk. See also: Genesis 41:42; Exodus 36:35; Proverbs 31:22.
Study Notes — Exodus 35:25
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- Exodus 35:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
- Sermons on Exodus 35:25
Context — The People Offer Gifts
23Everyone who had blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, goat hair, ram skins dyed red, or articles of fine leather, brought them.
24And all who could present an offering of silver or bronze brought it as a contribution to the LORD. Also, everyone who had acacia wood for any part of the service brought it.
25Every skilled woman spun with her hands and brought what she had spun: blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen.
26And all the skilled women whose hearts were stirred spun the goat hair. 27The leaders brought onyx stones and gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 16:12 | Greet Tryphena and Tryphosa, women who have worked hard in the Lord. Greet my beloved Persis, who has worked very hard in the Lord. |
| 2 | Luke 8:2–3 | as well as some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, Joanna the wife of Herod’s household manager Chuza, Susanna, and many others. These women were ministering to them out of their own means. |
| 3 | Proverbs 14:1 | Every wise woman builds her house, but a foolish one tears it down with her own hands. |
| 4 | Romans 16:1–4 | I commend to you our sister Phoebe, a servant of the church in Cenchrea. Welcome her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her with anything she may need from you. For she has been a great help to many people, including me. Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who have risked their lives for me. Not only I but all the churches of the Gentiles are grateful to them. |
| 5 | Acts 9:39 | So Peter got up and went with them. On his arrival, they took him to the upper room. All the widows stood around him, weeping and showing him the tunics and other clothing that Dorcas had made while she was still with them. |
| 6 | Exodus 36:1 | “So Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person are to carry out everything commanded by the LORD, who has given them skill and ability to know how to perform all the work of constructing the sanctuary.” |
| 7 | Romans 16:6 | Greet Mary, who has worked very hard for you. |
| 8 | Philippians 4:3 | Yes, and I ask you, my true yokefellow, to help these women who have labored with me for the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life. |
| 9 | Proverbs 31:19–24 | She stretches out her hands to the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She opens her arms to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy. When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for they are all clothed in scarlet. She makes coverings for her bed; her clothing is fine linen and purple. Her husband is known at the city gate, where he sits among the elders of the land. She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. |
| 10 | Galatians 3:28 | There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. |
Exodus 35:25 Summary
In Exodus 35:25, we see a group of skilled women using their talents to create beautiful materials for the tabernacle. They spun blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, as well as fine linen, to be used in the construction of this special place of worship. This verse teaches us the importance of using our God-given skills and talents to serve Him and others, just as the women did (as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-7). By doing so, we can demonstrate our devotion to God and show our gratitude for the redemption we have experienced, just like the Israelites did in Exodus 14:13-14 and Exodus 25-31.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the skilled women spinning with their hands in Exodus 35:25?
The skilled women in Exodus 35:25 demonstrate their devotion to God by using their talents to create beautiful materials for the tabernacle, as seen in Exodus 35:25, and this is reminiscent of the Proverbs 31:13-16 woman who works with her hands to benefit her family and community.
What kinds of materials did the skilled women bring to the tabernacle construction?
According to Exodus 35:25, the skilled women brought blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, which were likely used for the tapestries, garments, and other textiles needed for the tabernacle, similar to those mentioned in Exodus 26:1 and Exodus 28:5-6.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Exodus?
Exodus 35:25 highlights the Israelites' obedience to God's commands, as given in Exodus 25-31, and their willingness to use their skills and resources to build a place of worship, demonstrating their gratitude for the redemption they experienced in Exodus 14:13-14.
What can we learn from the example of the skilled women in this verse?
The skilled women in Exodus 35:25 show us the value of using our God-given talents and skills to serve Him and others, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, and to be good stewards of the resources He has provided, as seen in Luke 12:48 and 1 Peter 4:10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can use my skills and talents to serve God and others, just like the skilled women in Exodus 35:25?
- How can I demonstrate my devotion to God through my daily work and activities, as the skilled women did through their spinning and weaving?
- What are some things I can learn from the example of the skilled women about the importance of community and working together to achieve a common goal, as seen in Exodus 35:25 and Romans 12:4-5?
- In what ways can I show my gratitude to God for the redemption I have experienced, as the Israelites did through their construction of the tabernacle in Exodus 35:25?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:25
And all the women that were wise hearted,.... That were ingenious, and had a good hand at spinning particularly, these were of the common and lower sort; the more honourable and richer sort of women
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:25
And every man, with whom was found blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine linen, and goats' hair, and red skins of rams, and badgers' skins, brought them. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
(25) All the women that were wise-hearted—i.e., “all who had sufficient skill.” Spinning was probably a very general accomplishment of the Hebrew women. It was effected in early times by means of a wheel and spindle, with or without a distaff. The only materials used for the fabrics of the sanctuary appear to have been flax and goats’ hair. The flax was dyed before it was spun into thread, as sometimes by the Greeks (Horn. Od. iv. 135). Of fine linen.—Rather, of white. Most of the Egyptian linen is of a yellowish white, being made from flax imperfectly blanched.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
Verse 25. All the women that were wise-hearted did spin] They had before learned this art, they were wise-hearted; and now they practise it, and God condescends to require and accept their services. In building this house of God, all were ambitious to do something by which they might testify their piety to God, and their love for his worship. The spinning practised at this time was simple, and required little apparatus. It was the plain distaff or twirling pin, which might be easily made out of any wood they met with in the wilderness.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:25
20–29. Presentation of the offerings.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:25
25. Women… did spin — This appears to have been the business of women among the Egyptians and other ancient nations. The fact that the wise hearted women did this work shows that it was a labour requiring skill.
Sermons on Exodus 35:25
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Epistle 320 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about the significant roles of women in the Old Testament and the importance of women's involvement in the work and service of the Lord in both the time of the |
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Against romanism.—no. Ii. Archbishop Ussher on Prayers for the Dead by J.H. Newman | J.H. Newman preaches about the diverse beliefs and practices regarding prayers for the dead in the early Church, highlighting the misconceptions and fallacies surrounding the doctr |
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Homily 31 on Romans by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom emphasizes the importance of recognizing and honoring the contributions of various individuals in the Christian community, highlighting the virtues and labors of bo |
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1999 Advent Week 3 - Mary Magdalene by John Piper | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Mary Magdalene and her encounter with Jesus. Mary, who had been possessed by seven demons, is freed by Jesus and becomes a devot |
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(1 Timothy) the Role of Women in the Church by Brian Brodersen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Paul's instructions to Timothy regarding the conduct of men and women in the church. He emphasizes the need for men to pray and lift up holy |
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New Testament Church Principles - Part 4 by Mike Attwood | This sermon emphasizes the significant service of women in the local church, highlighting the various roles and impactful contributions they can make. It encourages focusing on the |
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God's Ways Are Different From Ours by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility after being blessed by God, highlighting how pride often arises through comparison with others and the need to die to self in orde |