She Pretended to Be a Prostitute: Tamar's Story of Self-Esteem
Are you seeing yourself through a distorted mirror, shaped by others’ opinions, biases, or expectations? If you struggle with self-esteem or know someone who does, you need to hear Tamar's story. This Bible study will challenge you to break free from those false reflections and see yourself through the only mirror that matters: God’s eyes.
What you’ll discover:
• The truth behind Tamar’s controversial choices
• How distorted self-image can shape (and limit) our lives
• Why self-worth must come from God's truth, not others' agendas
• How to reclaim your identity and esteem through Scripture
📌 Recommended: Read Genesis 38 to get the full story of Tamar and Judah
🙏 We pray this message helps you embrace your God-given worth and walk in renewed confidence.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Friendly Discourse is a faith-based podcast, co-hosted byformer Judge Judith W. Hawkins and Attorney Neibra C. Williams. Designed for women seeking spiritual and personal growth, each episode invites honest
reflection on real-life issues like identity, self-worth, and relationships. In this season, the focus is on self-esteem through the lives of the five women in Jesus’s genealogy: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary. Their stories still speak today, offering insight, strength, and truth in a world full of distorted messages. If you’ve ever questioned your value or struggled to see yourself clearly, this series is for you.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Judith W. Hawkins is an inspirational speaker and author with a deep love for God and a heart for service. She was the first Black woman elected judge in Leon County, Florida, where she served for 18 years. Before serving on the bench, Judith owned her own family law practice, where she hired and mentored Attorney Neibra C. Williams early in her career. She founded Gaza Road Ministries and GRM2, leading international mission work through preaching, teaching, and humanitarian service. Judith continues to inspire others to grow in faith and purpose. She is a widow with an adult son, beloved daughter-in-law and two granddaughters.
Neibra C. Williams is a family law attorney with more than 30 years of experience. A native of Quincy, Florida, she earned her B.S. in Criminology and Juris Doctorate from Florida State University. Early in her career, she worked alongside her cohost former Judge Judith W. Hawkins. Neibra now runs her own law practice, concentrating on divorce, custody, probate, and guardianship cases. Neibra is married, with two adult sons and two granddaughters.