Woman of the Bible · Exodus and Wilderness
Miriam
Prophetess and sister of Moses and Aaron
As a girl, Moses' sister watched over him in the Nile and arranged for his own mother to nurse him. After the crossing of the Red Sea, Miriam the prophetess led the women in worship. Later she and Aaron spoke against Moses, and God struck her with a skin disease until Moses prayed and she was restored.
Key verse: Exodus 15:20
Strengths
- Quick thinking under pressure
- Led a nation in worship
- Named by God as a leader of Israel
Struggles
- Spoke against Moses out of jealousy
What Miriam teaches you
Faith. Celebrate what God has done out loud, because your worship can give courage to everyone watching you.
Family. Watch over your siblings and speak up for them, but guard your heart against envy when one of them is honored.
Business and calling. Lead with your gifts and support the leaders God has placed beside you, because rivalry in a team slows everyone down.