Written By: Daphne Kirk
“But you are a woman!” is not something I have personally encountered either within myself or from others. I am not sure why it has never been an issue for me – it has just not been one of the excuses that have come into my thinking. We have been blessed to have men empower us, open their pulpits, families, and embrace us. They have opened doors for us and cheered us on. I believe in the godly authority of men and have always been at my best when ministering under their authority.
In fact, I welcome their authority. I have always been thankful for men who have made an input into my life and ministry. They have empowered us in ways that have encouraged, affirmed, and supported us. I do believe that they could also have had the opposite effect had they not believed in us and the ministry God has given us.
Has it been difficult for me being a woman? It has, but I can only speak personally and say that the vast majority of the time the excuses that have pounded at our hearts have had nothing to do with being a woman – but instead just being a person who has made hard choices to say “yes” to opportunities given to me and trusting in the One who could take the improbable and use them for His glory.
With that said, I know for many, “being a woman” can be an excuse that can hinder them from within and from others. All I know is that if Jesus asks something of us, He has taken into account that we are women. I’m sure there are many men who also feel the responsibility of being a man and are tempted to use that as an excuse. God knows our gender – and has all that taken care of for His glory.
I hear my readers saying, “That is alright for you, but it could never be so for me.” I know this is what some of you are thinking because I thought it for myself. Today I know that the more you have stacked against you in life, the more you can show His glory. His love is unconditional, His power is available, and His vision uncontainable for YOU.
God is looking for a generation with a “yes” in their hearts. With our eyes on Him and not ourselves or our circumstances, we can cry out that “yes” and watch His unfolding story. This is my God; This is your God – be God’s woman – no excuses!
Written By: Daphne Kirk
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