CONTRIBUTORS: Barbara A. Heard, Brenda J. Little, Vashti M. McKenzie, Brenda Salter McNeil, Jeanne L. Porter, J. Alfred Smith Sr., Marsha Thomas, and Jeremiah A. Wright, Jr.

This book forces you to examine yourself and your family in life's challenging situations, using the Bible to show you how all things are possible through Christ. The end of each chapter brings you to your knees with meditation and prayer. Arlene T. Dyer, author

In these pages some of the brightest stars from the African American pulpit address a phenomenon that has altered the face of societythe empowerment of women and the collective quest of women for richer and more meaningful lives. You'll find God's wisdom for areas of personal concern, such as

• building self-esteem
• strengthening relationships
• overcoming external obstacles
• coping with grief and pain

Read this book in solitude, using it to find wholeness for your mind, spirit and soul. Or use it as a guide in group devotionals and Sunday school classes. You'll find the questions at the end of each chapter to be a great resource for digging deeper.

Includes prayers and study questions for every chapter, plus an appendix on reading Women's Liberation Jesus Style with a small group.

ABOUT THE EDITOR Stephanie Francis Bibb is a graduate of Tufts University and Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. She presently lives in the Chicago area where she works as a lecturer at a local university and as a consultant. She is a member of Trinity United Church of Christ.

INTERVARSITY PRESS 2003
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