Freedom Series – The Power of Woman (Part 1)
Katia Adams • June 10, 2017
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When I think the word women, I think strength, power, courage, a love that is willing to push past pain, a God bearer, a warrior, beautiful, raw, creative, beauty that God has made. I think of a part of the heart of God. I think equal, valid, worthy, free. When I see women now in the church, I see potential not fully realized. Fear, caution, restriction, women who aren’t sure who they’re meant to be. And sometimes, I catch a glimpse of more who is being all that she was created to be. And when you see a woman like that, is I’m convinced one of the most beautiful things on earth. I see 1 Timothy 2 translated where women should be silent. The Greek says “Women should be peaceable, see a scripture as a weapon against women where God intended this to be a safeguard for women.”
I grew up free. My parents believe that women can do anything. I had a conversation in a church setting. I must have been late teens, early 20s, and I was told that the gifts that God had put in me, the things that I was most excited about, they weren’t gifts from God. But rather, God had put them in me as a strange test to see if I would fully submit. And if I tried to step into any of those things, then that would be rebellion rather than obedience to God. I remember feeling confused and really upset if I’m honest, crying out to God one day, “God why do you hate women?” And I’ve realized He doesn’t hate women. His heart is not to hold women down. He really wants to see women flourish.
When I look at the breadth of scripture on this, I see freedom, value, God lifting women up. I see that women are called to bring the kingdom of heaven on earth. I see women named as rulers. I don’t see inequality, subordination, hierarchy. I see freedom and liberation throughout. When I see the future, I see a generation of women who know who they are and who are unapologetic for it, who know their value before God and are not willing to settle for anything less, who don’t know anything but freedom, flourishing, value, and worth, seeing miracles happen all around them, who know the power of God in, and free them wherever they go.
If you want to grow in the prophetic, it doesn’t begin with what you say. It begins with what you see. The prophetic is rooted in perception. Not just natural insight, but spiritual awareness—what Scripture calls “the eyes of your heart.” Paul prayed that the church in Ephesus would have their hearts enlightened so they could truly see what God was doing. “I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you…” (Ephesians 1:18) God isn’t distant or withholding. But if we’re going to hear Him clearly, we have to see differently. We need Heaven’s perspective. And that means learning to quiet the noise, tune into His voice, and let Him train our inner vision. You don’t need to wait for a dramatic vision or audible voice. Often, God speaks through a nudge. A mental picture. A scripture that lingers. A sense of burden or joy that feels holy. These are the first signs that your spiritual eyesight is awakening. But it takes time. It takes attention. It takes trust. Just like physical muscles grow with use, your spiritual senses grow as you spend time with Him—not just talking, but listening. Not just asking for answers, but asking for His perspective. You were never meant to live according to what the world says is true. You were meant to live by every word that flows from the mouth of God. A Prayer for This Week: “Lord, open the eyes of my heart. Teach me to see what You see—not just in others, but in myself, in my circumstances, in the world around me. Give me clarity and confidence to trust Your perspective more than my own. Amen.” This week, pay attention to what you notice. The way you see is often the way He speaks.
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We are living in a world of dramatic change. The relentless pace of development often leaves us breathless and exhausted. The demand for innovative ways of communicating, inventing, and staying ahead of cultural trends can feel daunting and demoralizing. It can push us into a space where we find ourselves trying to copy rather than be authentic, to imitate rather than create. This pressure can lead us to believe that we need to be more creative, and that our individual stories do not matter. But nothing could be further from the truth. Your story, no matter how small, matters and is powerful. One of the remarkable aspects of ancient manuscripts, like the Bible, is that they tell the stories of individuals whose lives may seem small and insignificant. Yet, God chose to make their lives a memorial of what He could do with a life that the world deems insignificant. The incredible power of the gospel is that it changes lives one at a time. God is as interested in the individual story as He is in redeeming the cosmos. The aim of the gospel is not just dealing with personal sin; it is about restoring individuals to a relationship with a kind Father. In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis beautifully said, "The Son of God became a man to enable men to become sons of God." Justification addresses our standing before God, but our adoption invites us into a relationship with the Father. It allows us to partake of who He is and to live in a place of deep joy from who He is. Romans 3:23 reminds us that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." Many of us forget that the work of salvation has turned this verse around. Through Jesus, we have been restored to the glory of God. One description of the word "glory" refers to the divine quality, the unspoken manifestation of God, and splendor. It is the revelation of God's intrinsic worth and beauty. Do you see that? We have been restored to His divine quality, splendor, and beauty. In a world where it can be easy to feel like just another face in the crowd, remember that your story is significant. Your experiences, your journey, and your voice matter. Embrace the unique narrative God has given you and let it shine. You are not just a spectator; you are a vital participant in God's grand story. Your authenticity, creativity, and individuality are valuable. As you navigate the rapid changes of our world, hold on to the truth that your story has power and purpose. God sees you, knows you, and has a plan for your life that is uniquely yours. Let us celebrate the beauty and significance of each individual story, knowing that together, we contribute to a tapestry of divine splendor and glory.