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Day 1: Shiphrah and Puah (Midwives)

Scripture: Exodus 1:15-21 “15 Then the king of Egypt said to the Hebrew midwives, one of whom was named Shiphrah and the other Puah, 16 “When you serve as a midwife to the Hebrew women and see them on the birthstool, if it is a son, you shall kill him, but if it is a daughter, she shall live.” 17 But the midwives feared God and did not do as the king of Egypt commanded them, but let the male children live. 18 So the king of Egypt called the midwives and said to them, “Why have you done this, and let the male children live?” 19 The midwives said to Pharaoh, “Because the Hebrew women are not like the Egyptian women, for they are vigorous and give birth before the midwife comes to them.” 20 So God dealt well with the midwives. And the people multiplied and grew very strong. 21 And because the midwives feared God, he gave them families.”

Affirmation: “I choose to stand for righteousness, even in the face of opposition."

Characteristic: Courageous Integrity

Reflection: Shiphrah and Puah were Hebrew midwives who defied Pharaoh’s orders to kill male Hebrew babies. Their fear of God overruled their fear of man, and their courageous integrity saved countless lives.

Call to Action: Reflect on a situation where you need to choose righteousness over conformity. Pray for the courage to stand firm.