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Every Wise Woman Buildeth Her House: A Blueprint for Building a Life of Purpose that Honors God
Paperback
Biographies GeneralChristian LivingGeneral Christianity
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Dec 16 2025
Pages: 142
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.30 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Every Wise Woman Buildeth Her House: But the Foolish Plucketh it Down with Her Hands. - Proverbs 14:1
From the glow of a kerosene lamp in rural Sandy Spring, Maryland to the bright lights of Washington, D.C., Every Wise Woman Buildeth Her House is the inspiring true story of Dorothy L. Thomas-a woman who turned poverty into purpose, pain into perseverance, and faith into a foundation that will stand for generations.
Born in the segregated South, Dorothy rose from humble beginnings to become a pioneering African-American architectural drafter and facilities design specialist for the U.S. government. Along the way, she faced loss, discrimination, and health challenges-but through it all, she built her life on the unshakable cornerstone of faith.
In this moving spiritual memoir, Dorothy reflects on eight decades of triumph and transformation. Through vivid storytelling and timeless wisdom, she shares how God became the Master Architect of her life-and how every believer can build a house of faith, character, and legacy that endures.
Inside You'll Discover:- The power of faith and perseverance in times of loss and uncertainty
- How stewardship, education, and faith can lift a person from survival to significance
- Lessons in financial wisdom, purpose, and service to God
- Real-life examples of God's providence in everyday struggles
- A testimony that proves it's never too late to build again
More than a memoir, this is a blueprint for life-a guide for the young, the aged, mothers, fathers, and believers who want to leave a legacy that honors God.
Whether you're a dreamer just beginning your journey or a seasoned saint reflecting on life's lessons, Every Wise Woman Buildeth Her House will strengthen your faith, renew your hope, and remind you that even broken vessels can be rebuilt by the hand of the Master Builder.
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