Five women sitting cross-legged on a rug, engaged in a discussion with books and notebooks, in a cozy, sunlit room with a view of a sunset over trees.

Welcome to Lessons from Scripture.

These lessons were not written all at once.

They were gathered — slowly, prayerfully — from the lives of women whose stories have echoed through generations.

Each one stood in a moment that asked something of her:
faith in uncertainty,
courage in silence,
strength when no one else could see.

Some were named and known.
Others were nearly forgotten.
But each one carried a story that still speaks.

Here, their voices are brought together — not as distant figures from another time, but as women who understood what it is to hope, to struggle, to trust, and to become.

Each collection of lessons begins with one life,
one moment,
one story.

And from it, twelve truths are drawn —
not as answers to every question,
but as lights to walk by.

You are invited to sit among them.

To listen.
To learn.
And perhaps, to recognize that their stories are not so far from your own.

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Twelve Watchful Lessons from the Ten Virgins

Jesus’ parable of the Ten Virgins reminds us to keep our lamps burning while we wait. Discover the deeper meaning behind the lamps, the oil, and the midnight call in this reflection from Notes from Eden.

Eden Hartwell 7/6/26 Eden Hartwell 7/6/26

Twelve Devoted Lessons from Mary of Bethany

Mary of Bethany is remembered for sitting at Jesus’ feet, listening to His words, and for her extraordinary act of devotion when she anointed Him with costly perfume. Her story reminds us that true faith stays close to Christ.

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Twelve Present-Moment Lessons from Martha

Martha’s story in Luke 10 reminds us how easy it is to become overwhelmed by busyness. While Martha worked hard to serve Jesus, Mary chose to sit and listen.

Eden Hartwell 6/22/26 Eden Hartwell 6/22/26

Twelve Generous Lessons from Lydia

Lydia, a merchant of purple cloth, is one of the first recorded converts in Europe. Her story in Acts 16 shows the power of an open heart, generosity, and hospitality in the early church. Discover twelve meaningful lessons from Lydia in this Notes from Eden reflection.

Eden Hartwell 6/15/26 Eden Hartwell 6/15/26

Twelve Honest Lessons from the Mother of James and John

A loving mother once asked Jesus for places of honor for her sons. His gentle answer revealed a deeper truth about greatness in God’s kingdom.

Eden Hartwell 6/8/26 Eden Hartwell 6/8/26

Twelve Courageous Lessons from Tamar

Tamar’s story in Genesis 38 is one of courage, injustice, and quiet determination.

After being widowed and forgotten, Tamar refused to disappear into silence. When the moment came, she stepped forward with courage and revealed the truth.

Generations later, Tamar’s name appears in the genealogy of Jesus - a reminder that God sees the stories others overlook.

This reflection from Notes from Eden explores twelve lessons from Tamar’s life about courage, justice, and refusing shame.

Eden Hartwell 6/1/26 Eden Hartwell 6/1/26

Twelve Wise Lessons from Priscilla

Priscilla reminds us that faith is often shared through everyday conversations. Her wisdom helped guide Apollos and strengthen the early church. Learn the powerful lessons we can take from Priscilla’s quiet leadership.