Older Women Likewise

Cindy, Jill, Dana Burk and Jennifer Ackett share ideas about what we can do amid a crisis to grow wisdom and see God’s mercy. How can we ensure that the trial brings us closer to God and transforms us for the better?

Ila introduces Beth Stuckey and Genesia Jeffries who give several Bible examples of perseverance as well as some practical tips to keep on keeping on!

What can we do to protect the family of God from division, unnecessary conflict, and disharmony and how can we use our wide range of personalities, backgrounds, races, and preferences to benefit the church instead of needlessly dividing it? How do we balance diligently seeking peace (1 Pet. 3:11), with the responsibility of not glossing over a problem when someone is harming themselves or the church? Cindy leads a discussion with Jill and Colleen O’Steen about these questions.

God says a lot about the transformative nature of His words within our lives when we take the time to meditate on it. In this program, Cindy facilitates a conversation with Jill, Lauren Bassford and Dana Burk around how the world’s practice of meditation differs from what the scriptures describe. The panel will also discuss in what sense is the Word of God  “alive”, and the indispensable nature of self-evaluation as a tool in overcoming our weaknesses and changing our lives for the better.

Beth Stuckey and Jill Yopp present a lesson showing Jesus’ interaction with the Samaritan woman at the well. Coincidence or God’s plan - We all know THAT answer! Learn how God values you as much as Jesus valued her.

Cindy and Jill, with guests Colleen O’Steen and Robin Clifton, discuss the elements upon which growth is dependent. How can we replace old routines with habits that support our spiritual growth? Why is growth worth the necessary sacrifices?

We don’t usually think of the Bible account of Ruth and Boaz when we talk about time management or adoption. However, their story has useful applications for both. Join Ila and Jill as they welcome Lauren Bassford and Ellen Vaughn to consider the importance of leaving the corners of your field.

Cindy facilitates a conversation with Jill, Dana Burk and Robin Clifton about the beautiful qualities of Christ, and how God helps us overcome any fears and other feelings that can make us hesitant to add these virtues to our own character.

Tonight, Ila, Jill and Judy discuss the mistaken notions that people have regarding those who have died. Are they angels? Can they see us and interact with us? We'll see what the Bible says about that - and talk about how to respond to those who may try to comfort us unscripturally.

The OWL panel discussed more ways that younger women can benefit from their life experiences and learnings from God’s Word.