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Women of Courage: 31 Daily Devotional Bible Readings - The Remarkable Untold Stories, Challenges & Triumphs Of Thirty-One Ordinary, Yet Extraordinary, Bible Women
Women of Courage explores the lives of inspiring women from the Bible, through thirty-one daily bible readings.
In a quest to understand what a Godly woman looks like, Jennifer examines the often untold stories of thirty-one women in the Bible.
Each of these remarkable women has much to teach us. They led busy lives and experienced challenges, disappointments and triumphs. Yet each found fruitfulness, purpose and contentment. Their stories can inspire us to be more courageous and help us find our place in God's plans and purposes.
Understand more of why God has created you to be exactly the way you are and enjoy the special gifts that He has given you. Discover and embrace the unique plan and purpose for your life, and be set free to experience God’s gift of fullness of life.
Find inspiration and hope in the stories of these ordinary, yet courageous, women.
In a quest to understand what a Godly woman looks like, Jennifer examines the often untold stories of thirty-one women in the Bible.
Each of these remarkable women has much to teach us. They led busy lives and experienced challenges, disappointments and triumphs. Yet each found fruitfulness, purpose and contentment. Their stories can inspire us to be more courageous and help us find our place in God's plans and purposes.
Understand more of why God has created you to be exactly the way you are and enjoy the special gifts that He has given you. Discover and embrace the unique plan and purpose for your life, and be set free to experience God’s gift of fullness of life.
Find inspiration and hope in the stories of these ordinary, yet courageous, women.
170 pages, ebook
First published April 5, 2012
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About the author
Jennifer Carter
36 books6 followersJennifer is the author of several Christian titles that reflect her deep passion for those living through challenging times and building the local church.
With a heart for encouraging others through Scripture, her books invite readers to explore the power of faith, hope, and purpose—especially in life's most challenging seasons.
Jennifer is a proud mother of three grown children and a joyful grandmother to ten. She divides her time between a peaceful beachside apartment in the south of England and a cozy country cottage in Sweden—both of which inspire her writing and provide space for reflection and creativity.
With a heart for encouraging others through Scripture, her books invite readers to explore the power of faith, hope, and purpose—especially in life's most challenging seasons.
Jennifer is a proud mother of three grown children and a joyful grandmother to ten. She divides her time between a peaceful beachside apartment in the south of England and a cozy country cottage in Sweden—both of which inspire her writing and provide space for reflection and creativity.
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December 31, 2019
I am very picky about my devotionals. I like to read something that has some actual depth to it, but not so much depth that I can't understand it. This devotional has been perfect to suit my needs and I have really enjoyed going through it each day.
Each chapter talks about one woman from the Bible who had faith and courage. It's not just about the more "popular" women in the Bible that we usually hear stories about, but also about the ones who we don't know much about too. It gives a look into their lives and how they lived courageously through Christ.
Each chapter includes a Scripture passage (not just a verse) for you to read about that woman and then talks about her story and how we can apply it to our daily lives. I have read some good devotionals, but not every chapter would apply to me. In this devotional, I found there was so much meat and so much I could apply to my life. I am so grateful I found this and have highly recommended it to others.
Each chapter talks about one woman from the Bible who had faith and courage. It's not just about the more "popular" women in the Bible that we usually hear stories about, but also about the ones who we don't know much about too. It gives a look into their lives and how they lived courageously through Christ.
Each chapter includes a Scripture passage (not just a verse) for you to read about that woman and then talks about her story and how we can apply it to our daily lives. I have read some good devotionals, but not every chapter would apply to me. In this devotional, I found there was so much meat and so much I could apply to my life. I am so grateful I found this and have highly recommended it to others.
July 9, 2014
I really enjoyed revisiting these women's lives, sometimes picking up a new insight but mainly just appreciating again these women's faith.
I'm not really sure why the word untold hit the title. All the women were familiar to me (and to those brought up in Christian families I'm guessing the same would be true for them too) and most of them I didn't learn anything new about them. I was expecting something different as the word untold was in the title. I did enjoy the book, but I do think the word untold should be removed from the title.
I'm not really sure why the word untold hit the title. All the women were familiar to me (and to those brought up in Christian families I'm guessing the same would be true for them too) and most of them I didn't learn anything new about them. I was expecting something different as the word untold was in the title. I did enjoy the book, but I do think the word untold should be removed from the title.
January 6, 2020
Women of Courage feels a short book because every chapter is only a few pages long.
Each starts with a short passage about a woman from the Bible, and then expands to how we can put the lessons into practice in our lives.
I really liked this book, and it helped me understand more about the women mentioned in the Bible, especially when they are not given a starring role in that context. I particularly liked the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter, as they made me think for a while after I’d finished reading.
Each starts with a short passage about a woman from the Bible, and then expands to how we can put the lessons into practice in our lives.
I really liked this book, and it helped me understand more about the women mentioned in the Bible, especially when they are not given a starring role in that context. I particularly liked the thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter, as they made me think for a while after I’d finished reading.
April 4, 2015
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting,but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised Prob 31:30
This is a good 31 day devotional. A look at 31 woman from the bible some you will expect others you won't. It shows how each of us has different qualities but the most important is a fear ( love and respect) of the Lord. yes would recommend. One thing she did get the wrong scripture reference for above verse she has it in Psalms instead of proverbs I am sure just a goof.
This is a good 31 day devotional. A look at 31 woman from the bible some you will expect others you won't. It shows how each of us has different qualities but the most important is a fear ( love and respect) of the Lord. yes would recommend. One thing she did get the wrong scripture reference for above verse she has it in Psalms instead of proverbs I am sure just a goof.
August 8, 2017
Inspirational Daily Devotional
I thoroughly enjoyed this look a 31 ordinary women in the Bible who lived their faith no matter what the cost. It's their legacy that inspires and teaches us to step out on faith everyday. I encourage women to read and study all about these women! It will bless you as it did me!
I thoroughly enjoyed this look a 31 ordinary women in the Bible who lived their faith no matter what the cost. It's their legacy that inspires and teaches us to step out on faith everyday. I encourage women to read and study all about these women! It will bless you as it did me!
March 1, 2013
Wow I love this book. Praise Abba our Heavenly Father. I was truly blessed and also inspired by this book. Thank You Jennifer Carter for acting in obedience for writing this when the Father put it upon your heart.
October 20, 2015
Beautifully Crafted Concoction of Heavenly Proportions
I love this book. The theme and voice are extremely appreciated for the encouraging spirit this book has influenced within my hurt soul ...each and every legacy.
I love this book. The theme and voice are extremely appreciated for the encouraging spirit this book has influenced within my hurt soul ...each and every legacy.
August 1, 2017
Fab book on women in the bible
I really enjoyed reading this book. Looking at issues from the role of women and their contributions without them probably realising. This book has encouraged me to study proverbs and the wisdom.
I really enjoyed reading this book. Looking at issues from the role of women and their contributions without them probably realising. This book has encouraged me to study proverbs and the wisdom.
December 8, 2018
Loved it! God is great!
I found it very interesting and hugely inspiring, and I will definitely listen to it again.
Very well written, beautifully narrated, excellent job!
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
I found it very interesting and hugely inspiring, and I will definitely listen to it again.
Very well written, beautifully narrated, excellent job!
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
March 23, 2015
Amazing Read
I absolutely loved this book! It showed me so many examples of women being used for Christ's purpose. It also made me want to connect further with God.
I absolutely loved this book! It showed me so many examples of women being used for Christ's purpose. It also made me want to connect further with God.
April 25, 2019
I enjoyed this devotional.
September 22, 2017
From the woman with the issue of blood, to Mary, the mother of our Saviour, to Ruth, and beyond, this devotional takes a look at the stories of 31 Biblical women, and what each of them can teach us about our own lives and walks with God. I liked how the author started each day's reading by telling the woman's story from Scripture, and then went on to expound on that and teach us how that particular woman's story could help us in our desires to walk with God.
4.5 stars
4.5 stars
February 27, 2022
Jennifer Carter focuses on 31 women of the Bible and the lessons we can learn from them. Well written, short devotionals that can be completed in a month. I enjoyed gaining new perspectives about each of these women and recommend this book for anyone who likes short devotional reads.
July 16, 2019
While some of the women highlighted were expected and others unexpected, this book was a fairly humdrum devotional. It didn't offer a lot of amazing insights and seemed to more redo the same themes.
July 1, 2023
I loved this. I listened to one a day on Audible in my car and each one had something to think about.
November 30, 2025
How women in the Bible lived and how they lived to serve the Lord.
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July 19, 2025Dear Reader,
There are times in life when we feel invisible—overlooked, forgotten, and perhaps wondering if God could really use someone like us. I’ve felt that way too.
Women of Courage was born out of a desire to shine a light on the often-forgotten women of the Bible—women who, in spite of their circumstances, their fears, or their failures, chose to trust God and walk in obedience. Some were leaders, others were hidden away in the background—but all were part of God’s bigger story.
This 31-day devotional invites you to journey with these women. You may already know some of their names, and others may be new to you—but each one has something to teach us about courage, faith, and God’s extraordinary power at work in ordinary lives.
As you read, my prayer is that you won’t just admire these women from a distance, but that you’ll begin to see yourself in their stories. God doesn’t require perfection. He asks for trust. He takes our brokenness and our fear, and He uses it—for His glory and for our good.
Whether you’re walking through a season of waiting, rebuilding after disappointment, or simply wondering what God has for you next, may this devotional encourage you to keep going. To lift your eyes. To remember that you were created for such a time as this.
With love,
Jennifer
There are times in life when we feel invisible—overlooked, forgotten, and perhaps wondering if God could really use someone like us. I’ve felt that way too.
Women of Courage was born out of a desire to shine a light on the often-forgotten women of the Bible—women who, in spite of their circumstances, their fears, or their failures, chose to trust God and walk in obedience. Some were leaders, others were hidden away in the background—but all were part of God’s bigger story.
This 31-day devotional invites you to journey with these women. You may already know some of their names, and others may be new to you—but each one has something to teach us about courage, faith, and God’s extraordinary power at work in ordinary lives.
As you read, my prayer is that you won’t just admire these women from a distance, but that you’ll begin to see yourself in their stories. God doesn’t require perfection. He asks for trust. He takes our brokenness and our fear, and He uses it—for His glory and for our good.
Whether you’re walking through a season of waiting, rebuilding after disappointment, or simply wondering what God has for you next, may this devotional encourage you to keep going. To lift your eyes. To remember that you were created for such a time as this.
With love,
Jennifer
September 28, 2025
übersetzt mit ChatGPT
das Buch an sich ist ok... nichts besonderes, an manchen Stellen etwas oberflächlich. Übersetzung liest sich aber holprig und inkonsistent (mal "Du", mal "Sie"...). an einer Stelle wurden auch Teile vom Dialog mit ChatGPT eingefügt. peinlich.
bitte bezahlt richtige Übersetzer, dann kann man das Buch auch lesen. bin froh, dass ich es über Kindle Unlimited hatte und nicht direkt darauf bezahlt habe.
das Buch an sich ist ok... nichts besonderes, an manchen Stellen etwas oberflächlich. Übersetzung liest sich aber holprig und inkonsistent (mal "Du", mal "Sie"...). an einer Stelle wurden auch Teile vom Dialog mit ChatGPT eingefügt. peinlich.
bitte bezahlt richtige Übersetzer, dann kann man das Buch auch lesen. bin froh, dass ich es über Kindle Unlimited hatte und nicht direkt darauf bezahlt habe.
September 17, 2023
I’d recommend this to all my girlfriends. I think wherever you’re at in life, you’ll find something in here that you could relate to and will surely give encouragement and hope. I think this is a much needed read after years of being in isolation, and now that most of us are feeling stuck because we feel like Covid robbed a few years from our lives. There’s always something to be grateful for, and we should always have hope in our heart.
Philippians 4:11-13
Philippians 4:11-13
November 14, 2020
Encouraging snippets of biblical women
Great short study of biblical women. Good for use as daily reading for a month. Teaches about how each woman showed the fear of the Lord in her life.
Great short study of biblical women. Good for use as daily reading for a month. Teaches about how each woman showed the fear of the Lord in her life.
July 13, 2014
Enjoyed reading the lives of the woman of the Bible but other than that, it didn't hold any substance for me.
June 1, 2015
Help for women I would recommend to women who need to be lifted up.
A great book for witnessing to women in jail.
For those who have little or no knowledge of the bible.
A great book for witnessing to women in jail.
For those who have little or no knowledge of the bible.
May 31, 2020
Encouraging readings that are uplifting.
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