I am not sure how I first became aware of Dr. Claude Mariottini, Emeritus Professor of Old Testament at Northern Baptist Seminary. He was born in Brazil and has an impressive resume, but what caught my attention was “The love of the text” that shines through when I read his blogs and other writings. Outstanding teachers love their content and count it a sacred task to share those truths with others. He reminds me so much of my own Old Testament instructor, Dr. Briggs, who faithfully shared the sacred truths of the Old Testament to countless students at the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Georgia. These professors both loved the Word, taught the Word and taught others how to love it. Their work was their love, and their love was their mission, help others to understand the value, the truth of the text, understand how God speaks through history and time with a message of love for every generation. Dr. Mariottini recent blog,( https://claudemariottini.com/2025/09/08/rediscovering-the-women-of-faith-who-shaped-ancient-israel/) challenges Christians to think about the women of faith who shaped ancient Israel. In his words.” We might assume that biblical women were relegated to domestic spheres… this narrow view blinds us to the remarkable women who transcended these boundaries to become leaders, prophets, warriors, and wise counselors.” It is a wonderful blog and a reminder of the fact that God uses who He will, man, woman or child, slave or free to share the precious message of hope, holiness, and righteousness to all generations.

    I hope that you are inspired to continue on your path, making a difference for God’s people  in every way that you can, fulfilling your destiny in the Lord. You and the work you do matters…to God and to those around you.

     Have a blessed and beautiful day.