December 13

Ministering Women

And many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to minister to Him. — Matt 27:55 BSB

These women were among the first of many devoted women who followed Jesus out of deep love, serving Him faithfully. Throughout history, Christian women have shown similar devotion and love in serving Christ. The story of women’s ministry to Christ is one of the most inspiring and beautiful parts of history. Women owe a great debt to Jesus, for He lifted them from a place of oppression and degradation.

Women have always responded with gratitude, serving Christ with remarkable devotion. They are found by the bedside of the sick, offering care and tenderness, and in hospitals and battlefields, moving with compassion and strength, like angels. Christian mothers continue the work of the Master, leaving a lasting legacy. Christian teachers quietly serve in ways that may go unnoticed but are truly noble in God’s eyes.

Everywhere, there is a need for women’s ministry. Though Christ is no longer physically present to be served as He was by these women, He is still present in the lives of the needy and suffering. Whenever we do acts of kindness to the least of His followers, we are serving Him.

This picture is an inspiration to all women, urging them to follow Christ. Why do so many young women choose a life of vanity and aimlessness, focused on appearances and trivial things, when a life of meaningful, glorious service is open to them?