The life of expecting without putting in effort—whether in your personal growth, relationships, or ministry—is a mindset that silently sabotages destiny. For a lady of godly value, faith is never passive. It’s not just about praying for a good man, a flourishing ministry, or a purposeful life; it’s about aligning your actions with your prayers. Many daughters of Zion are waiting on God, but God is also waiting on them to rise, build capacity, learn, unlearn, and engage their faith with wisdom. “Faith without works is dead” (James 2:26). Expectation without preparation is like waiting for harvest in a land you never cultivated. It’s not spirituality to fold your arms and call it trust—it’s a delay strategy dressed in religious clothing. Sometimes, Christian ladies are taught to wait, to hope, and to believe, which are all beautiful virtues. But waiting becomes weakness when it lacks wisdom. “Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established” (Proverbs 24:3). Imagin...
My dear sister in Christ, Low self-esteem can be sneaky. It doesn’t always look like timidity or fear. Sometimes, it shows up as arrogance or a tough attitude that looks like confidence on the outside. But true confidence is not loud or defensive. Proverbs 31:25 describes a godly woman as clothed with strength and dignity. She doesn’t need to prove herself—she knows who she is in Christ. When a lady hasn’t healed from rejection or past wounds, she may develop a hardened attitude. She may speak sharply, dismiss others quickly, or refuse correction. But James 3:17 reminds us that wisdom from above is gentle and open to reason. A healthy self-esteem is not prideful. It’s peaceful and willing to listen, because it’s not afraid of being wrong or misunderstood. True confidence listens before it speaks and seeks understanding before making decisions. Proverbs 14:29 says, “Whoever is patient has great understanding.” A woman who knows her worth in Christ doesn’t rush to defend herself. She let...