Daughters of God audio book

Daughters of God. "Lord, how shall I best serve and glorify Thy name in the earth? How shall I conduct my life to make Thy name a praise in the earth, and lead others to love, serve, and honor Thee? Let me only desire and choose Thy will. Let the words and example of my Redeemer be the light and strength of my heart. While I follow and trust in Him, He will not leave me to perish. He shall be my crown of rejoicing."- Review and Herald, Aug. 10, 1886
Designed to be an encouragement, inspiration, and affirmation to women around the globe, this compilation brings together significant portions of Ellen White's counsel to women in the work of God. It includes counsels that lead women to strive for the highest ideals in whatever walk of life they find themselves, be it personal or professional. Every women is of inestimable value in the sight of our heavenly Father. He created woman to stand by the side of man, equal in value before God, and associated with him in the work he was given to do.

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Daughters of God
A Word to the Reader
Chapter 1—The Lord Calls Women to His Service
Women As Christian Laborers
Chapter 2—Women of Note in the Old Testament
Eve, Mother of All
Sarah, Wife of Abraham, Mother of Nations
Rebekah
Jochebed, Mother of Moses
Miriam, Sister of Moses
Zipporah, Wife of Moses
Rahab
Deborah
Hannah, Mother of Samuel
Abigail
Huldah, the Prophetess
Esther
Chapter 3—Women of Note in the New Testament
Elisabeth, Mother of John the Baptist
Mary, the Mother of Jesus
Mary and Martha
The Samaritan Woman
The Woman Who Touched the Hem of Jesus’ Garment
Peter's Mother-in-Law
The Canaanitish Woman
The Mother of James and John
The Widow of Nain
Women at the Cross
Women at the Tomb of Jesus
Women Who Followed Jesus
Dorcas
Lydia
Priscilla
Anna the Prophet
Pilate's Wife
Chapter 4—Bible Study and Prayer Essential
Study the Word
Prayer
Chapter 5—Women as Teachers
All Who Teach to Have a Close Connection With God
Schools to Reflect the Order of Heaven
“Nicest Work” Ever Given to Humans
Teachers Are Truly Missionaries
Sarah Peck Called to Teach
Chapter 6—Women as Physicians
Women to Treat Women; Men to Treat Men
Childbirth
Dr. Patience Bourdeau
Dr. Julia A. White
Chapter 7—Women's Role in Soul-Winning Ministry
Women Can Reach a Class That Men Cannot Reach
Visiting and Follow-up Work Essential
An Army for the Lord
Chapter 8—“The Labourer Is Worthy of His Hire”
Letter to Capt. Henry Norman
Chapter 9—Neighborhood Ministry
All to Have a Part in the Work of God
Coworkers With God
Let the Youth Be Trained to Serve Others
A Missionary Letter to Maria Chase
Chapter 10—Temperance Work
Our Relationship to the Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Mrs. S.M.I. Henry, Leader of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Seeds of Truth Can Be Sown in WCTU
Death of Mrs. S.M.I. Henry Brings a Real Loss to the Cause of God
Chapter 11—“Go Ye Into All The World”
Literature Work
Special Work For the Old and Neglected
True Missionary Spirit Essential
Missionaries Must Be Committed to the Work
Chapter 12—Self-respect
A Letter of Encouragement
Chapter 13—The Influence of Christian Women
Influence of the Christian Woman's Dress
Chapter 14—The Christian Woman Is Modest at All Times
Give a Good Example in Dress
Letter of Counsel to Addie Walling
Chapter 15—Balance in the Life
Balance Necessary in Every Phase of Life
Balance in Time Management Necessary
Self-Improvement
Letter to a Self-Centered Woman
Chapter 16—Health, Exercise, and Healthful Living
Exercise Essential
Pure Water One of Heaven's Blessings
Ellen White Insisted on Following Health Principles in Her Home
Chapter 17—Marriage, Home, Family
Marriage
Take Care in Choosing a Life Companion
When Problems Arise
Invite the Softening, Subduing Spirit of God to Settle Differences
Courtship and Marriage Serious Step
Families
Hospitality in the Home
Chapter 18—Mothers
A Mother's Source of Strength
Some Wise Counsel to Children
Children's Responsibility to Care for an Elderly Mother
Chapter 19—Responsibilities of Parenthood
Traits of Character Are Passed Along in Children
Teach Children to Form Good Habits
Parents Can Be Too Indulgent
Chapter 20—A Knowledge of Practical Duties of Life
Useful Employment Essential
The Value of Practical Education
All, Even Women, Should Learn a Trade
Women of Sharp Intellect Needed to Manage Business
Chapter 21—When Sorrow Comes
Death of a Husband
Widowhood
Death of a Child
Death of a Friend
Chapter 22—Woman to Woman
Seek Out Those Who Are Lonely
Our Will and Our Way Should Be Submitted to God
God Will Hear Us
Prayer for Service
Appendix A—At Simon's House
Appendix B—The Public Ministry of Ellen G. White
Appendix C—Exhibits Relating to the Ordination of Women
Conclusion
Appendix D—Use of the Tithe
Appendix E—James and Ellen White's Relationship
James and Ellen White
Letters (Written May 10, 12, 16, and 17, 1876)
The Setting of the Letters