In many respects the world has changed a great deal since the times of the women whose stories are part of the biblical narrative. However, even though they lived many years ago and in cultures that were in some ways very different from our own, the interpersonal relationships, life circumstances, reoccurring temptations, and faith choices that were a part of their lives are very similar to what women face today. Because these similarities are indeed so familiar and real, there is a great deal we can learn from their very personal encounters with God; and their stories have the potential for powerfully impacting our own faith journeys.