Authentic

Recently, I have been able to more clearly see who I want to be.  I believe, who God wants me to be.  There are a lot of traits that I would like to acquire- and a few I would like to get rid of.  Lately, a word has been frequently brought to my attention.  I think it defines the woman of God I want to be.  Authentic.

not false or copied, genuine, real: having the origin supported by unquestionable evidence, authenticated, verified, reliable, trustworthy.

 

Isn't that a great definition?  This past Friday, the Women's Ministry at our church was launched.  The logo reads: 'the Current. Authentic. Encouragement.'.  We had a wonderful time in fellowship with wonderful women of all ages, personalities, and backgrounds.  One thing I noticed was how many women I know who are authentic.  A couple women, who I truly admire, have helped me to see who I want to be simply by watching them live their lives for Christ.  Not false or copied.  I long to be the unique, spirited, gentle woman God has intended for me to become.  I don't want to live a life that is fake or that seeks to 'fit in'.  I want to be real: having the origin supported by unquestionable evidence.  I want everyone I encounter to know where I come from, where I want to go, and who I put my trust in to get me there.  I want my evidence of my God to be unquestionable.  I want my life to be authenticated and verified by my actions.  I want people to look at me and my life and know I serve a loving, grace-giving, forgiving Lord.  I long to be reliable to it's fullest extent and trustworthy of God's work for me and for His blessings.  

 

I am truly seeking to change some things in my life.  I believe that God has more for me as His daughter, a woman, a wife, a mother, a friend, a sister and so on.  I am tired of feeling like I cannot attain the attributes I see other women exhibit.  Philippians 4:13 reads, "I can do everything through Him who gives me strength."  God wants me to be authentic.  Authentic to Him and to his people.  Authentic to myself and my family.  He will guide me in the steps it takes to be a better follower of Him.  

 

Authentic.  I will be authentic.