I want mothers to know how abundantly God treasures and generously loves the female body. We must hold fast to the truth. No matter how “awfully” we sin in the bodies we’ve been given, the gift of redemption is offered to all of us. And believe it is possible by choosing Jesus Christ.
“For God so loved the [whole, entire] world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him, shall not perish, but have everlasting life.” -John 3:16
This truth holds high a light for all of us, flaming a desire for change. As we look to the year ahead, Christian women, we are called to invite all women into community for the sake of God’s generous love. Better yet, might we be moved by the Holy Spirit to embrace the prostitute, the lonely, the diseased, the addicted, even the persecuted?
This invitation is a change from what most of us feel comfortable speaking about in Bible study huddles. It pricks the palms of our hands, where we imagine our souls. This invitation heats some of our necks and faces. We become nervous and angsty.
Becoming more intimate with women who live “differently” than us is risky. It is not safe, but it is what Jesus came for.
It is who Jesus came for. For all girls. For all women.
For every mother — no matter our story.
Join me in 2019 as we begin the new year exploring practical ways to help girls and women generously love their God-given bodies.
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A version of this post originally appeared on juleetaharvey.com, published with permission.
