- Hot topics
- Join Now!
An unnamed Biblical woman reminds us never to cling onto something small when God says to give it up, he has so much more in store
Despite the Bible never giving her name, Ros Clarke explains why she is inspired by the incredible faith of the widow of Zarephath, who used her last oil and flour to make bread for Elijah.
To continue reading, register today for more access!
If you are a member or a registered user, or if you already have a login for another Premier website SIGN IN HERE
Sign up for your free account now!
Registering is quick and easy and gives you immediate access to read more articles, plus:
- You’ll receive a weekly newsletter every Saturday with the top stories of the week
- You can save articles to read later
- You can share your comments and thoughts on the stories
Or become a member today for unlimited access! Special offers are available!
If you already have an account with a Premier website SIGN IN HERE
Related articles
-
ArticleThree women from the Bible in waiting
Elaine Storkey looks at Luke 1 and 2, where Elizabeth, Mary and Anna all had to wait for God’s plans and purposes to be outworked
-
ArticleAre all the ‘bad women’ of the Bible really bad?
Elaine Storkey unpacks the story of Queen Vashti, to show how our views of some of the women in the Bible have been influenced far more by legend than truth
-
ArticleAdoption and fostering in the Bible
Elaine Storkey unpacks three biblical characters’ stories to show that God has a heart for those cut off from their birth families
More from Opinion
-
OpinionA nation in grief: A faithful response to the Bondi tragedy
In the wake of the Bondi shooting earlier this week, Australians are grappling with shock, grief, and searching questions after violence shattered a place synonymous with joy and freedom. In this reflection, Rev. Dr. Tania Harris offers a faith-filled response, inviting us to pause, listen for the Holy Spirit, and consider how God’s light meets us in the darkness.
-
OpinionWhy spending Christmas alone this year is the healthiest thing I can do for my faith
Writer Tabby Kibugi reflects on her decision to spend the holidays by herself for the first time. Drawing on her experience as a Black eldest daughter raised in a traditional African Christian household, she explores how choosing rest over expectation has become an act of spiritual preservation.
-
OpinionFaith running in the family - a tribute to Joanna Trollope
Following the death of author Joanna Trollope in December 2025, writer Ruth Leigh reflects on the legacy of the Trollopes; exploring faith, family and the enduring power of honest, character-driven fiction.
- Issues
- Topics A-Z
- Writers A-Z
- © 2025 Woman Alive
Site powered by Webvision Cloud