Embracing Your Identity as a Kingdom Woman

 

Summary

In today's discussion, we explored the profound concept of being a "Kingdom Woman," a term that encapsulates God's grand design and purpose for women. The world bombards us with messages about who we should be, but it's crucial to return to God's blueprint, which is the ultimate plan. From the beginning, as seen in Genesis, God created both men and women to rule and have dominion. This divine intention is often overshadowed by societal norms and cultural expectations that can make women feel undervalued or unsure of their place. However, God’s vision for women is one of empowerment and purpose, where they are called to embrace their talents and gifts in every sphere of life—be it at home, in the workplace, or in any field they choose to engage.

The book "Kingdom Woman," co-authored with Dr. Tony Evans, serves as a guide to rediscovering and embracing this divine purpose. It encourages women to shake off societal pressures and align themselves with God's vision, which is far greater than any dream they could have for themselves. The book covers various aspects of a woman's life, from her role in the workplace to her spiritual journey, emphasizing that women have always been, and continue to be, a formidable force throughout history.

This message is for every woman, regardless of her life stage or situation. Whether thriving or feeling overwhelmed, the principles of being a Kingdom Woman apply universally. It's about a revolution in self-perception, aligning with God's truth rather than the world's lies. By looking at biblical examples like Mary and Rahab, we see how God uses all women, regardless of their past, to fulfill His purposes and help them reach their full potential. This journey is not just personal but communal, as we encourage one another to aim for the stars God has set for us.

Key Takeaways:

1. God's Original Design for Women: From the beginning, God created women with a purpose and a role to rule alongside men. This divine intention is often clouded by societal norms, but understanding and embracing this truth can lead to a life of empowerment and purpose. [00:45]

2. Embracing Your Divine Purpose: Women are called to embrace their God-given talents and gifts in every sphere of life. Whether at home or in the workplace, living out this purpose brings glory to God and fulfillment to one's life. [01:15]

3. A Universal Message for All Women: The principles of being a Kingdom Woman apply to every woman, regardless of her life stage or situation. Whether thriving or feeling overwhelmed, aligning with God's vision offers encouragement and direction. [02:36]

4. A Revolution in Self-Perception: In a world filled with conflicting messages, it's crucial to align with God's truth about who we are. This revolution in self-perception is about embracing our identity as Kingdom Women and living out that truth boldly. [03:00]

5. Biblical Examples of Empowerment: The Bible is filled with stories of women like Mary and Rahab, who, despite their backgrounds, were used by God to fulfill His purposes. These examples remind us that God can use every woman to achieve great things. [03:31]

Youtube Chapters:

- [00:00] - Welcome
- [00:19] - Introduction to Kingdom Woman
- [00:45] - God's Plan for Women
- [01:15] - Embracing Purpose and Power
- [01:46] - Women as a Force in History
- [02:13] - Encouragement for All Life Situations
- [02:36] - A Message for Every Woman
- [03:00] - Revolution in Self-Perception
- [03:31] - Biblical Examples of Empowerment
- [03:58] - Sharing and Encouragement
- [04:25] - Aiming for God's Stars
- [04:52] - Conclusion and Call to Action

Study Guide

Bible Study Discussion Guide: Kingdom Woman

Bible Reading:
1. Genesis 1:26-28 - God's creation of man and woman to rule and have dominion.
2. Luke 1:26-38 - The story of Mary, a biblical example of empowerment.
3. Joshua 2 - The story of Rahab, another example of how God uses women for His purposes.

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Observation Questions:
1. According to Genesis 1:26-28, what was God's original intention for both men and women? How does this align with the sermon’s message about women being created to rule? [00:45]
2. In the sermon, how does Chrystal Evans Hurst describe the societal pressures women face today? [00:19]
3. What examples from the Bible does the sermon use to illustrate how God can use any woman, regardless of her past? [03:31]

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Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the concept of being a "Kingdom Woman" challenge the traditional roles often assigned to women by society? [01:15]
2. In what ways does the sermon suggest that women can embrace their divine purpose in various spheres of life? [01:46]
3. How do the stories of Mary and Rahab illustrate the idea that God can use every woman to achieve great things? [03:31]

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Application Questions:
1. Reflect on your current understanding of your role as a woman. How does the idea of being a "Kingdom Woman" change or affirm your perspective? [00:45]
2. Identify one area in your life where you feel societal pressures conflict with God's vision for you. How can you begin to align more closely with God's plan? [00:19]
3. Think of a talent or gift you have that you may not be fully utilizing. How can you use this gift to bring glory to God in your daily life? [01:15]
4. Consider the biblical examples of Mary and Rahab. How can their stories inspire you to overcome your past and embrace your potential? [03:31]
5. What steps can you take to encourage other women in your community to embrace their identity as Kingdom Women? [03:58]
6. How can you create a supportive environment in your home or workplace that empowers women to live out their divine purpose? [02:13]
7. Reflect on a time when you felt undervalued or unsure of your place. How can you use that experience to help others who might be feeling the same way? [01:15]

Devotional

Day 1: Rediscovering God's Blueprint for Women
God's original design for women is one of purpose and partnership, where they are called to rule alongside men. This divine intention is often clouded by societal norms and cultural expectations that can make women feel undervalued or unsure of their place. However, understanding and embracing this truth can lead to a life of empowerment and purpose. By returning to God's blueprint, women can find their true identity and role in His grand design. This is not about conforming to the world's standards but aligning with God's vision, which is far greater than any dream they could have for themselves. [00:45]

Genesis 1:27-28 (ESV): "So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. And God blessed them. And God said to them, 'Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.'"

Reflection: In what ways have societal norms influenced your perception of your role as a woman? How can you begin to align your understanding with God's original design for you today?


Day 2: Embracing Your Unique Gifts
Women are called to embrace their God-given talents and gifts in every sphere of life. Whether at home, in the workplace, or in any field they choose to engage, living out this purpose brings glory to God and fulfillment to one's life. This is about recognizing the unique abilities and strengths that God has placed within each woman and using them to make a difference in the world. By doing so, women not only fulfill their divine purpose but also inspire others to do the same. [01:15]

1 Peter 4:10-11 (ESV): "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ."

Reflection: What unique gifts and talents has God given you? How can you use them today to serve others and bring glory to God?


Day 3: A Message for Every Woman
The principles of being a Kingdom Woman apply to every woman, regardless of her life stage or situation. Whether thriving or feeling overwhelmed, aligning with God's vision offers encouragement and direction. This message is universal and timeless, reminding women that they are valued and have a significant role to play in God's kingdom. By embracing this truth, women can find strength and hope in every circumstance, knowing that they are part of a greater purpose. [02:36]

Isaiah 43:1 (ESV): "But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.'"

Reflection: In what areas of your life do you feel overwhelmed or undervalued? How can aligning with God's vision provide you with encouragement and direction today?


Day 4: Transforming Self-Perception
In a world filled with conflicting messages, it's crucial to align with God's truth about who we are. This revolution in self-perception is about embracing our identity as Kingdom Women and living out that truth boldly. By rejecting the lies of the world and embracing God's truth, women can experience a transformation in how they see themselves and their purpose. This is not just a personal journey but a communal one, as women encourage one another to live out their God-given identity. [03:00]

2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV): "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come."

Reflection: What lies or negative perceptions have you believed about yourself? How can you replace them with God's truth about your identity today?


Day 5: Empowered by Biblical Examples
The Bible is filled with stories of women like Mary and Rahab, who, despite their backgrounds, were used by God to fulfill His purposes. These examples remind us that God can use every woman to achieve great things, regardless of her past or circumstances. By looking at these biblical examples, women can find inspiration and hope, knowing that they too can be used by God in powerful ways. This is a call to embrace one's potential and step into the role that God has prepared for them. [03:31]

Hebrews 11:31 (ESV): "By faith Rahab the prostitute did not perish with those who were disobedient, because she had given a friendly welcome to the spies."

Reflection: How do the stories of women like Mary and Rahab inspire you? What steps can you take today to embrace your potential and allow God to use you for His purposes?

Quotes

"Hi, I'm Chrystal Evans Hurst, and I'm excited to have recently co-authored a book with my dad, Dr. Tony Evans, entitled Kingdom Woman. It's an exciting read that will set you up to understand God's purposes and plans for the women that He created us to be. We are so inundated with words from everybody else in the world, in books and TV and magazines, billboards and the like to tell us who we should be, what we should look like, what we should seek after, and the reality is God has given us a plan as well." [00:00:00]

"And His plan is the plan. It's the best plan. And so what Kingdom Woman is designed to do is to have us take a step back and looked at, from a real broad perspective, from a high level, what He's calling us to. He dreams bigger dreams for us than we dream for ourselves. And it's a time to shake off what everybody else says and to get back to what does God say about who we are and who He designed us to be." [00:31:37]

"In the very beginning, in Genesis, when God created Adam and Eve, He had big plans for them. Not him—them. Him and her, He created them both to rule. And somehow, both in how we're treated as women, how we're referred to in the culture and in the church, sometimes we are left feeling a little less than, a little less valued or, you know, not really sure of where our place is." [00:53:49]

"This book is about finding and embracing your purpose, the possibilities, and the power, all of those things that God has given us. We are powerful creatures. We know that. This book is a great reminder of that. This book will cover a variety of topics, everything from what she looks like in the workplace, what she looks like in the home, how she strives for excellence, how she's a woman of faith, how she prays, how she gets to know Him." [01:41:01]

"It will encourage you and remind you that, not only now but in all of history, that women have been a force to be reckoned with and will encourage you to be a force to be reckoned with now. And it doesn't matter what situation of life that you're in. You could be living life in flying colors and having a great time. This will remind you and encourage you to keep doing that and to encourage someone else along the way." [02:08:64]

"This book is for every woman, not just the married woman, not just the single woman, not just women with children or the older woman or the younger woman. It's for everyone because it's about God's design for us. So I want to encourage you to not only pick up a copy, but to also share this with your friends or with folks that may read your blog." [02:39:88]

"Because it's kind of about a revolution—a revolution in how we think of ourselves as women, again, inside the church, outside of the church. And with so many different people telling us who and what we should be, we need to take a step back and think about what God is telling us about who we should be. You know when I read the pages of Scripture and I'm reminded of so many stories in the Bible where God took ordinary people, people who were pristine in the way they lived, like Mary, people that were not so pristine, like Rahab." [02:56:35]

"There's a smattering of examples of how God can use every woman, and that's what this book is about. How God can use every and any woman not only to accomplish His purposes but for her also to rise to her full potential and have life explode in a way that she would never have expected to. But God can do that. God can do that when He can work with you, when you choose to align yourself with His will and purposes for your life and, in fact, live life as a kingdom woman." [03:25:90]

"And I know how excited I am when the blogs that I read, those ladies share things with me or those guys share things with me that will help me—books that they've read that have encouraged them, tips, tools, practical inspirations, and so I'm asking you to join me in getting the word out there about Kingdom Woman because it's helpful. It was helpful when I was in the process of writing it, and it was helpful when I read it back just to be encouraged to remember who God created me to be and to shoot for the stars, for the stars that He's asked me to aim for." [03:56:28]

"And so I want to encourage other people to aim for the stars that God has kind of predestined them in the direction of, and I hope that you encourage me along the way as we discover who is a kingdom woman. Because who is she? Well, she's me. She's you. She's your friend. She's your neighbor. She's us. So let's find this path to being a kingdom woman, together." [04:31:33]

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