Recently my mom passed along a humorous video by Anita Renfroe see it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCbPqi3virQ&feature=share
I thought it was super funny and showed it to my husband, Joe. His comment afterwards was, "Yeah, that was funny, they could have gotten a better rapper though." (I will not yet speak on how many white, female rappers I am aware of). I tried to explain that it was Anita Renfroe, a famous Christian speaker, author, and comedian...to which my wonderful husband replied...and I quote..."The only Christian woman I know is Beth frickin' Moore....and Joyce Meyer...and Jill Ferguson."
At first I was simply surprised at my dear husband's lack of knowledge...then I freaked out a bit when I realized I didn't even make the list. Gee Wiz! I guess I need to work on being a Christian Woman :)
Anyways, I decided to share a list of a few of my favorite Christian Women, you can listen to them, read their work, and hopefully be encouraged by many of their ministries!
1. Beth Moore, she's awesome! I have participated in several of her studies and been challenged each time! You can find more about her at http://www.lproof.org/. My favorite study that she has done is Breaking Free. Check it out!
2. Joyce Meyer, amazing author and speaker! Find more about her at http://www.joycemeyer.org/.
3. Priscilla Shirer, WOW, she can teach Scripture!!! I have learned SO much through her studies! Check her out at http://www.goingbeyond.com/. I especially enjoyed Can We Talk?
4. Anita Renfroe makes the list! She is SO funny and yet has great insight into living a godly life as a woman, wife, and mother.
There are also women who have had a significant impact on my life personally.
1. My MOM! In honor of Mother's Day, I just have to say that my mom has been an excellent example of being a godly wife and mother! YAY Gloria Phillips!
2. Betsi Calhoun, she is a beautiful example of a woman chasing after God! I learned so much about ministry and being married to a man in full time ministry from her!
3. Jill Ferguson, congrats on making my husband's list! You're on mine too! Thank you for showing me that Christian women in full-time ministry can be funny, creative, goofy, and all-around AWESOME!
4. Wendy Adams, you are such an amazing example of following God completely and trusting Jesus with your whole heart!
Of course my list could go ON and ON, what about you? What Christian women have impacted your life???
