Just When You Thought You Knew All The Bad Girls In the Bible ….

Summer Reading

Just when you thought you knew about all the girls in the Bible – my friend and fellow ministry partner Liz puts out another awesome new book!

This summer, one of Liz’s bestsellers, Really Bad Girls of the Bible, gets a new look and new content, including Discussion Questions for book clubs, an in-depth Study Guide for Bible studies, a full-length audiobook (read by Liz), and free videos on Vimeo.com. The Girls are back in town!

Read below for a word from Liz about her book releasing today which would make for a great summer read by the pool:

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RBG SQWhat sets apart the women in this book as Really Bad Girls of the Bible?

These women are remnants—chosen for Bad Girls of the Bible when I was certain I could shoehorn twenty women into one book, then put aside when I realized only ten would fit.

Naturally, Bathsheba and company stood around my writing study, hands on hips, demanding a book of their own. I could have called it More Bad Girls of the Bible, but how boring is that? Besides, the eight women in this book are decidedly different than their predecessors. Their stories are more difficult and more challenging, and the dividing line between right and wrong isn’t always as clearly drawn.

Herodias and Athaliah were “Bad and Proud of It,” making them far worse than some of the garden variety Bad Girls. Jael and Tamar both committed truly evil deeds, yet contributed to God’s cause, making them “Bad for a Good Reason.” The Medium of En Dor and Bathsheba both catered to a king under the darkness of night. Their actions were indeed bad, but did they really have a choice? That moral ambiguity placed them under a “Bad Moon Rising.” And our two grace-bearers of the book, the Adulteress and the Bleeding Woman, were both “Bad, but Not Condemned” by a God who came to set such women free.

Which of the Really Bad Girls do women really seem to connect with?

Judging by my inbox, the Bleeding Woman is our far-and-away favorite. One woman wrote, “I have suffered from and battled with depression for seven years. Two suicide attempts later, I’m beginning to understand and strive for the same faith this bleeding woman had. I’m in complete awe of her.” Me too.

Many readers have rightfully asked, “What’s her story doing in a book about Bad Girls?” Today we would never see her as anything but desperately sick. But two thousand years ago, she would have been labeled a Really, Really Bad Girl by her neighbors, since physical ailments were considered a direct result of sin. So, our unnamed sister with the issue of blood belongs here, since she’d have been marked as a serious sinner in her time, with a vile disease to prove it.

There’s another reason I included her in this book. After so much murder and mayhem, so much sex and sorcery, we need one utterly redemptive story to bring things to a satisfying close. I can’t think of a more glorious example of faith in action than this woman’s journey to wholeness. The people of Capernaum might have called her Really Bad, but Jesus called her Really Healed.

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TO KICK OFF THIS SUMMER READING SERIES,

I’M GIVING AWAY 5 COPIES OF LIZ’S BOOK TODAY!  

 LEAVE A COMMENT SHARING WHERE YOUR FAVORITE PLACE IS TO READ DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS, AND YOU’LL BE ENTERED TO WIN A COPY OF REALLY BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE!

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Liz Curtis Higgs has one goal: to help women embrace the grace of God with joy and abandon. She’s the author of 33 books with 4.6 million copies in print, including Bad Girls of the Bible, The Women of Christmas, and The Girl’s Still Got It.

Connect with Liz:
Facebook: https://Facebook.com/LizCurtisHiggs
Twitter: https://Twitter.com/LizCurtisHiggs
Pinterest: https://Pinterest.com/LizCurtisHiggs
Monthly Bible Study: https://LizCurtisHiggs.com/blog

Really Bad Girls of the Bible is available on Amazon and ChristianBook.com

62 Comments

  1. Chandler Smith on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:13 am

    My favorite place to read in the summer is out on the lake on our pontoon. The waves lap against the sides of the boat, and the sun is shining down to keep me warm and toasty.



  2. Tammy Trietch on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:14 am

    My favorite place to read is on the glider on my backyard deck. After swimming/playing in the pool, I usually have a book outside to read while drying off (I’m a multi-tasker by nature! lol)



  3. Kathy on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:16 am

    My favorite place to read is next to the pool. I get lots of vitamin d, wear sunscreen, of course, and get in and out of the pool to cool off. I love to read!



  4. Carol Blair on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:17 am

    My favorite place to read is my favorite recliner.



  5. Leianne on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:20 am

    My true preference is to read while sitting on a beach under an umbrella but… since I get there everyday I prefer my chair in the early quiet of the morning when there are no interruptions. Just me and God.



  6. Darlene Thomas-Pierre on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:24 am

    My favorite place to read is in my sunroom where I can look out and see the sun shining, with white fluffy clouds green grass and gently swaying trees. I can hear the birds chirping and the squirrels and maybe catch sight of a bunny. It feels like a warm hug.



  7. Kari Blackmore on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:30 am

    My favorite place to read is out on my back patio, in my rocking chair so I can hear the birds singing. BUT I read everywhere I am at..in the car, in a waiting room, while cooking dinner, sitting with my honey while he watches tv(for some reason he just likes me in the room with him) :0) I always have a book with me



  8. Nancy on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:36 am

    My favorite place to read is my overstuffed recliner, relaxing with a cup of tea.



  9. SusanKelly Garrett on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:42 am

    My favorite place to read, is on the front porch, early morning , while my brain is clear, ready to absorb the teaching of the bible and lessons from Proverbs 5.



  10. Tina on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:45 am

    My favorite place to read during the summer is sitting outside on my deck.



  11. Polly on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:49 am

    My favorite place to read is on my chair with all my quiet time materials with me, but I can read anywhere. I also like to read when we’re camping out in the woods by the campfire.



  12. Lucy on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:50 am

    I love reading on my patio in the morning during the summer! The sound of birds chirping and singing andbeingsurrounded by beautiful flowers in the cool of the morning is better than going on any vacation. My own little piece of heaven.



  13. Janet on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 8:53 am

    My favorite place to read is on the back deck by the pool. It’s a very quiet and peaceful place. I will read anywhere though if I get the chance!



  14. Amy Dowty on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:20 am

    My favorite place to read is on the comfy couch in my living room by a picture window.



  15. Meredith Gay on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:21 am

    My favorite place is on my back porch early in the morning. Love hearing the early morning sounds of birds, wind, etc. Makes me thankful for all that God has provided for my family!



  16. Lisa Wight on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:23 am

    My husband just bought me a hammock swing chair for my birthday, and it has become my favorite place to read this summer. (Especially when smoke from the nearby fire pit keeps the mosquitoes & black flies stay away!)



  17. Becky on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:24 am

    My favorite place to read is at the beach in my chair. When I cannot be at the beach, I read in my chair in our family room.



  18. Cathy on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:26 am

    Even though it’s summer, my favorite place to read is in bed. 🙂



  19. Elsie on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:29 am

    I really don’t have a different place to read in the summer. I usually read in my living room and at night in bed. I do love to read. Thanks for telling us about this book and for giving 5 copies away.



  20. Sandy on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:34 am

    I love ready sitting on my porch swing. I love listening to the birds sing!!



  21. Denise on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:34 am

    My favorite place to read my Bible in the summer is at my kitchen table or on my back patio deck under our big umbrella on my wicker couch on those beautiful summer mornings when the sky is blue and the sun is shining. ????

    Thank you for the book offer!!

    God Bless!



  22. Lisa K on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:35 am

    My favorite place to read in the summer is sitting on the porch where I can see the mountains.



  23. Stacey on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:36 am

    My favorite place to read is in my bed or my recliner! Thanks for the giveaways!



  24. Stephanie Bankhead on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:37 am

    When it’s not too hot, my very favorite place to read in the summer is our back patio which is decorated like an Italian villa, with a pergola, fountain and beautiful flowers. It’s my sanctuary in the summer. I have all of Liz’s other books on the ‘Girls of the Bible’ and would definitely love to read this one as well. Good selection on this for summer reading, Tracie!



  25. Jennifer on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:38 am

    In the warmth of the sunshine coming through a window while sitting in a big comfy chair….on vacation, so there is no pressure to feel like I should be doing something else, like cleaning or working. Just me and a book, and a blanket!



  26. Linda on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:39 am

    I like to get up early in the morning and read on the front porch on our porch swing or at our table on the porch. Hot summer days here in Mo, but winter’s coming soon .



  27. Lori A. on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:48 am

    My favorite place to read doesn’t change with the seasons, anywhere I can along with anytime even if it is just for a few minutes.



  28. Shelia on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:00 am

    I love reading anywhere, anytime, but my favorite place to read in the summer is in an air conditioned room under a blanket.



  29. Nicci Ramirez on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:06 am

    Call me crazy, but my bed is my favorite place to read! I am always on the go and crawling into bed with a book is one of my all time favorite places to be! 🙂



  30. Lori on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:22 am

    My favorite place to read is at the dining room table looking out the doors to the back of the woods and watching the trees sway and the birds chirp. The smell of summer and the breeze through the doors makes reading enjoyable.



  31. Melissa Henderson on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:43 am

    One of my favorite places to read is on the back deck of our home. I love the sounds of nature while I read. I also love to sit at our dining room table to read. The chair fits me perfect. 🙂



  32. Linda on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 10:51 am

    I have two favorite spots. In the summer, I love to read at the beach. If I’m not at the beach, my other favorite spot is a chair in the family room where I have my basket of books and an antique floor lamp.



  33. Pam on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11:15 am

    My favorite place to read is on my deck in my white wicker rocker that I just bought at a garage sale – actually it was brown when I bought it but we painted it white because I’ve wanted a white wicker rocker for a long time! The way I happened onto it was a gift from God I’m sure. I found a red seat cushion with white piping around the edges on sale – it’s perfect and so comfy – feel so blessed – God is good!



  34. Marlene on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11:31 am

    I would love to read this book under a shade tree or umbrella with a pool or lake nearby! Blessings!



  35. jewel on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11:52 am

    My ideal place to read is on the beach. When I am not there, I have a chaise chair in my bedroom until a window



  36. Carol on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:07 pm

    My favorite place to read is in my bed with my pillows snuggling me.



  37. nancys1128 on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    My favorite place to read during the summer months is poolside – either in the shade of the umbrella at the table on the deck, or in a lounge chair at the side of the pool. I’d love to read while in the water on my floating chair but I’m not sure it would be a good idea.



  38. Deb on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    On the front porch swing, with a good cup of coffee. Would love a copy of the book!



  39. Kathi Crouse on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 12:29 pm

    My favorite place to read is on my swing on our back deck, surrounded by our dogs and watching and listening to the birds at our bird feeders. So relaxing! Thanks for a chance to win a copy of the book!



  40. Glenda on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    My favorite place to read is on my comfy sofa when it’s quiet.



  41. Holly on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    Too hot to go outside so generally read in recliner or bed at night, mostly in bed.



  42. Heather on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 2:47 pm

    My favorite place to read in the Summer is on the beaches of Lake Michigan in my blue beach chair.



  43. Lauren Gonzalez on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    I love reading outdoors, like at the beach or pool. We just moved and are looking at some new patio furniture & I think that will become my new place.



  44. ELIZABETH-ANNE BUONAGURA on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 3:16 pm

    As a former bad girl or ‘woman with a past ‘ herself, this book would really be up my alley.

    I like reading in my garage, in my lounge chair with the fan on.

    Hope I am chosen.

    Thank you.



  45. Ann on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    I love to read on my back patio with some hot tea in the morning when it is still nice & cool



  46. Amanda on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 4:42 pm

    My favorite place to read is anywhere!!



  47. Melba Powell on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    My favorite place to read is in a rocker on the porch at the lake. Such a peaceful place to read and relax…



  48. Deje on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    My favorite place to read in the summer is our sun porch on the west side of our home that overlooks the pastures and fields of our farm’ neighbors.



  49. Shannon on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 6:08 pm

    My favorite place to read is in my bedroom away from the constant noise that’s around me. I also love to read outside under a tree & in the shade.



  50. Carletta Stevenson on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 6:17 pm

    I love reading any where I am surrounded by nature. It makes me feel closer to God to be surrounded by flowers and trees, hear the birds singing, and to have the Sun shining (or sometimes the Moon). It’s the most peaceful reading that I do!



  51. Rachelle Craig on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    I love to sit on my front porch to read in the summer, and in the winter, it’s either at my little kitchen nook, or my recliner. Usually the kitchen nook wins because if I sit in the recliner too long I start drifting off! 🙂

    This looks like a great book that might be hard to put down! 🙂



  52. Marjorie on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    I enjoy reading on my patio while getting some sunshine but if I won this book it could include “son” shine, too!



  53. Christianne McCall on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 7:30 pm

    On my porch watching the birds at their feeder. 🙂



  54. Lisa on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    My favorite place to read in the Summer is the same as any other season — EVERYWHERE!! I’m NEVER without a book or (500+) now that I have a Kindle. I also read on the Kindle app on my IPhone. Yes, I still read REAL books, too. I am somewhat obsessed!! My family would agree. I read in the car, at the Drs, waiting on hold on the phone, during commercials on tv, while we everyone else is asleep (I have serious insomnia!), while sitting with sick family members, while cooking, just chilling & I have been busted by my family for reading a particularly good part of a book (on my iPhone) while we were waiting for our food at a restaurant!!



  55. Ali on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    I love to read anywhere! But sitting out on my swing is amazing!



  56. Jeannine C on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 11:50 pm

    I love to read on my outdoor swing on the patio. Usually I have some birds and maybe a squirrel or two come to visit.



  57. Ann on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 12:16 am

    My favorite place to read is anywhere that I can hear the sound of nature.



  58. Stephanie G on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 12:34 am

    My faborite summer reading place would have to be the beach. Thank you for the post and giveaway! God bless!



  59. LRF on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 2:44 am

    I know it’s summer but I have a condition that causes me to melt in the humidity along with other issues:) So, I love to curl up in a big chair in my living room with a fan on low right in front of me, and a good book. I love to read and have read some of Liz Curtis Higgs’ books but not the bad girls book.
    I’d like to read it very much and then I’d pass it on to my sister’s who could use encouragement as well. Thank you for the chance to win .



  60. Kelly on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 6:47 am

    I love reading by the pool it my porch swing!



  61. Tracy on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    My favorite place to read is enclosed porch swing but humid and hot summers make my health worse so bedis the best place.



  62. Debra Bell on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Anywhere there is a window, especially when it rains.



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