Dear Daughter of God
- Sherry Amor
- 4 days ago
- 5 min read
Dear Daughter of God,
There are times where we as women feel as if we aren’t doing enough or aren’t good enough. We sometimes shrink or doubt ourselves and/or God. And we sometimes believe that we are stuck in an endless cycle.
But none of that is true. You have everything within you to become the woman God called you to be. And before you are a woman, you are a Daughter of God. You have courage, honesty, loyalty, determination, intelligence, beauty, and compassion. You are so full of God’s Spirit that all you can do is shine! Let’s take a look at the characteristics of being a Daughter of God, and how women in the bible show us to live.
A Daughter of God Is…
A Praiser— Miriam (Exodus 1, 15:10-21; Numbers 12)
Miriam is an established prophetess, who, as a young girl, watched over and protected her youngest brother, Moses. Her first act after being delivered through the Red Sea, is to sing praises along with her brother (Exodus 15:20-21). When we give praise to God, we recognize that it is only Him who brings us our blessings, our joy, and our peace. We praise God through songs, instruments, words, and actions. Miriam was the example for all women who want to just praise the Lord.
When you’re praising, you don’t have time or energy to compare yourself to others. But unfortunately, that is what Miriam did (Numbers 12). Even though she was wrong in her actions, Miriam still received forgiveness and healing from the Lord. And even after her death, she is named with her brothers as a valued, indispensable deliverer of the Israelites (Micah 6:4). So don’t forget Daughter of God: Praising is what you were meant to do, so don’t worry about anyone else.
A Leader— Deborah (Judges 4)
In the book of Judges, the children of Israel are being attacked by Jabin, a fierce king and his general Sisera, an equally fierce man. In this book, a man named Barak is called to go and fight against Jabin’s army, because the Lord told Him too. The prophetess Deborah communicates all God’s instruction about fighting the army (v. 6), But Barak becomes afraid, because he thinks he won’t have enough power (v.8). Because he is afraid, Deborah tells Barak that the general Sisera will be defeated by a woman (v. 9). Afterwards, Sisera is killed by Jael, the wife of a neutral party.
Not only does Deborah’s prophecy come true (making her a true Prophet), but if she had not gone with Barak, then there would have been no Israelite army to fight against Sisera, which would lead Sisera to Jael. Because Deborah was an established leader in her position as a judge, she and Jael both are deliverers of Israel in different ways. In Judges 5, Deborah writes a song of praise to Jael, with no jealousy or envy present. A Daughter of God, as a true leader, builds others up without any insecurities, but the understanding that are differences are all valuable when we are on the same page.
Empowered— Jael (Judges 4)
The woman Deborah refers to in the book of Judges is Jael, who is the wife to a man neutral to both Jabin and Israel (v.17). After Sisera’s army is defeated, Sisera finds the home of Jael, and tells her to lie for him against the Israelites. Jael then takes a nail tent and hammer and kills Sisera (v.21). With Sisera’s death, Jabin’s army is overcome by Israel. The children of Israel are delivered because of God’s use of Jael, a woman who becomes empowered when a man believes there is none.
Loyal— Ruth (Ruth)
When Ruth, a foreign woman, is left with no family or home, she decides to do something drastic— she abandons all she knows—for her mother-in-law Naomi, to take care of her, and dedicate her life to Yahweh and Israel. A decision to be loyal in a time where women couldn’t make many decisions was an incredible thing to do. Ruth’s loyalty led her to Boaz— a generous and compassionate man—who was able to give Ruth and Naomi all that they had lost: a family and a home. Loyalty for the Daughter of God means you are dedicated and prepared for whatever may happen. It is a way of surrender. And that surrender is what will bring blessings.
Intelligent— Abigail (1 Samuel 25)
When her husband treats the King of Israel’s soldiers harshly, a woman named Abigail decides to take initiative. During the time of Ancient Israel, a King could avenge his men any way he deemed fit. This usually meant death for the entire household (v.13). Abigail’s husband Nabal (whose name means foolishness) decides to threaten King David’s men for no reason at all (v. 10-11). In response, David brings an army to destroy Nabal’s home (v.21-22). But Abigail is told of the incoming visit, and she decides to act as a true woman of her home.
Abigail presents gifts, and when she comes face to face with the King, she pacifies him by asking forgiveness and reminding him of God’s promise to prosper him as King (v.25-31). She, in her intelligence, reminds David that he is destined to be more than an avenging soldier, but a might King to deliver the people through God. Because of Abigails speech, David has mercy on the household of Nabal and does not give into his temptation to kill (v.33-34). Abigail inadvertently prevents King David from sinning, which also preserved his soul at that moment. A Daughter of God’s intelligence allows her to break through even the hardest of hearts.
Courageous— Esther (Esther)
Esther is an orphaned young woman who is suddenly queen of half of the entire world! With her new position, she learns that she is also a future victim of mass extinction of the Jews, by the king’s right-hand man! In this moment, Esther surrenders herself to God by doing a fast, and in turn, she receives courage to tell the king the truth, even if it means she could die (4:11-16). Esther saves her people through her courage in God’s will, and her meekness and humility is rewarded with praise and power as Queen of Persia.
Willing— Mary
The most revered woman in the bible is arguable Mary the mother of Jesus. Mary as a young girl, with nothing to gain or lose, finds herself as the mother of her own coming Messiah! Despite the backlash she would receive, or the fear and uncertainty, Mary showed herself as a willing woman to God and His will (Luke 1:26-38).
Why was Mary chosen? And why was she so willing? It is because Mary grew up learning of the blessed Savior and heard the same stories as we did. And her actions during and after giving birth reflect the type of woman she was—a woman who trusted God. Between her and Joseph’s obedience, Mary was set up to be blessed in so many ways, not restricted to giving birth to the King of the Universe (although that’s a pretty awesome blessing, no?). Mary had questions (v. 34), but she also knew she had God. And her willingness led her to her cousin Elizabeth, who received the Holy Spirit because of Mary’s news. When you’re willing to do God’s will (no matter how scary it is), you also lead others to enjoy the benefit of being a child of God.
So, Daughter of God, remember who you are. You are more than your circumstances, your family, or your image. You are living with God’s Spirit within you (Romans 8:11). You have a Savior named Jesus, who died for you and rose up so you could be alive again (Matthew 27-28). You have an abundant life ahead of you (John 10:10), and you are a prize worth more than jewels (Proverbs 31:10).
Don’t be discouraged.
Remember Who You Are.
-Sherry Amor
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