If you read the previous post and this one consecutively, you'll be confused. But it makes sense in my head.
A couple of weeks ago, I attended a women's conference hosted by another fellowship church here in town. At some point I'll share more about other gifts I received from the night, but today I'm feeling called to share one specific story.
One of the fabulous female speakers, the name of which I'm sad to say I can't remember, talked about the difference between a strong woman and a woman of strength. I'm not sure I'd have ever counted myself in either category. But I know which I'm heading.
A strong woman is she whom society's created, who looks "just so," who speaks her mind to all who'll listen and shout her points to those who won't. She is one who is in control, on her way, achieving her dreams, getting her way of life.
But a woman of strength is the woman who spends her time in prayer, seeking His will for her. She is quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger. She knows her dreams are inspired beyond her and she seeks His will for her days. She recognizes that life will have struggles, and she praises Him in both struggles and joys. She affirms that those mistakes she makes are her lessons, and as she continues on His path for her, He'll hold her hand and care for her. The woman of strength knows that His ways are hers, and that her joys are His.
When I started writing this entry, I didn't have much to go on. Hoping to find the speaker or her presentation online, I was unsuccessful. I did find this poem, and it helped me to further define who I'm striving to become. So, now that you know, are you a woman of strength?
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
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It is so sad the difference between how the world views strength vs how God views strength. I have never really thought about it until now. I worked hard all my life to be a 'strong woman' that I sometimes find it difficult to change directions and be a 'woman of strength'. This blog entry helps me to define this 'struggle' a little better so hopefully it makes the switch easier.
Janel, thanks for your blog entries. I find my mind is full of thoughts and I am anxious to discuss them with God.
I'm in between women now. I don't want to be the strong woman anymore, but I still haven't got the woman of strength down yet. It's a difficult stage, but a fun journey!
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