Scripture this Week: Genesis 1:27
God created human beings in his own image, in the image of
God he created them; male and female He created them. - NLT
We have a unique identity as women. We were created
differently than men. We were created differently for divine purpose. Both men
and women represent who God in character and nature. We are going to take
notice this week how, as women, we are uniquely designed in the likeness of our
Creator and Father God. Just like when a daughter looks and acts just like her
mother or father. We see, feel, think, and respond like God our Father. Through
the unique design of being a woman we have specific and special ways of
influencing those around us. Whether you are aware or not. Whether you want to
be or not, you are influential. It is critical that we are aware of the unique
design and therefore the source of our influence on those around us. Our
influence, when connected in a relationship with Jesus, who was the exact
representation of God in human form, becomes a life orienting, life giving and
life changing force in the world. Our
understanding and ownership of our unique likeness to God is essential.
This is a week of observing and reflecting on how you were
created as a woman in God’s own image, meaning His character and nature.
•Voice - unique as a woman and specific to you. It is a
beacon of influence
•Courage - believe and act in responsibility
•Strength - Solid determination to see something, someone
through
•Intuition - keen sense of discernment. You just know is
your “knower”
•Emotional influence - sensitive ability to influence the
heart, mind, or spirit of another
•Nurturer - care, comfort, heal, hold, lift up, and help
small things/people become big
•Visionary - insight and foresight into what could be
Pray for God to open your heart and mind to notice when you
are acting out the above traits of God. Keep a list this week of examples of
situations or conversations.
Prayerfully thank God for your unique design.
