Miriam : The Worshipping Witness

Season 7, Episode 1:

Miriam – The Worshipping Witness

Welcome, truth seekers, to Season 7, known as the "WitnessSeries." Why is it called the Witness series, and is it special for areason? In this season, we bring you stories about women. These womenwho didn't just hear about God, but saw Him, met Him, feltHis power, and were utterly transformed. Their lives became living testimonies,vibrant proof of God's active presence in the world.

From the desert plains to bustling cities, frommoments of profound joy to the depths of despair, these women stood as beaconsof faith. They didn't just believe; they witnessed. They didn'tjust learn; they lived and proclaimed what God had done.

Join us as we uncover the powerful truths revealedthrough the lives of these incredible women, each a unique "Witness"to the living God. Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and empowered to liveout your testimony.

I'm your host, Fr. Veigas Dominic SVD, and today,we're diving into a powerful story from the Old Testament, featuring a womanwhose praise and leadership resonated through the desert.

In this first episode of Season 7, we focus on Miriam,the "Worshipping Witness." God used Miriam not only as a prophetessand leader but also as the very embodiment of joy and grateful praise after oneof the most astonishing miracles in biblical history. Her story reminds us thatour response to God's deliverance can be a powerful testimony.

Miriam's actions resonate with us today because, in aworld often filled with lament, her life calls us to find moments of profoundpraise. Her message reminds us that celebration and worship are vital parts ofour faith, making God's glory known to all.

Today, we'll unpack Miriam's life, her powerfulmessage as a worshipping witness, and how we can apply her wisdom in our ownlives. Let's get started.

Who was Miriam?

Miriam was a prophetess and the elder sister of Mosesand Aaron. Her first appearance in Scripture is subtle but significant. We seeher watching over her baby brother Moses in a basket on the Nile, bravelyapproaching Pharaoh's daughter to suggest a nurse, who, providentially, turnsout to be Moses's mother. This early glimpse reveals a woman of courage andquick thinking, already playing a pivotal role in God's plan for Israel'ssalvation.

Her more prominent role, however, comes later, afterthe dramatic crossing of the Red Sea. You can read about this decisivemoment in Exodus chapter 15. The Israelites had just witnessed God'smiraculous intervention, parting the waters to save them from Pharaoh'spursuing army. Imagine the fear, the awe, and then the overwhelming relief!