The Empowerment Trap: Part 3

This is for the Christian woman entrepreneur who sticks to the end so she can grow in her relationship with God as a partner and knows her business will benefit. If that's not you, stop here. However, please share this with a friend who fits this description.

The Divine Partnership Framework

Instead of seeking empowerment, here's an effortless framework that biblical women used to operate in divine authority with joy and supernatural results:

We know this isn't about gaining power as your first step; it's about recognizing the power you already possess as a daughter of the King.

Esther's Example: When Mordecai challenged Esther to act, he reminded her of who she already was: "And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?" (Esther 4:14). Esther's power wasn't in her position as queen—it was in her identity as one chosen by God for His purposes. Unfortunately, the world has structured itself to have us believe we are defined by a title or position. Not true.

WHY NOT: Start each day by declaring your identity in Christ. You are not a struggling entrepreneur hoping to make it. You are a DAUGHTER of the King, chosen and equipped for the work He has prepared for you. Can I get a WHOOP, WHOOP!!!!

Sis, you can learn to partner with God in creative, joyful ways rather than grinding through self-effort.

Mary's Example: When Mary received the impossible assignment from God, she said, "I am the Lord's servant. May your word to me be fulfilled" (Luke 1:38). But notice what happened next—she burst into creative song, the Magnificat, celebrating God's goodness and purposes. Just a side note, I don’t know if I in this day and time could do what Mary did—just being honest. Cause baby……….

WHY NOT: Instead of asking, "How can I make this happen?" start asking, "God, how do You want to accomplish this through me?" Pay attention to the ideas and opportunities that bring you joy and energy. The Subtle Deception of Self-Empowerment

Ensure your business is aligned with God's will and moving in His timing rather than forcing outcomes through human effort.

Deborah's Example: Deborah didn't force her way into leadership. She simply operated in the role God had given her, making decisions from divine wisdom rather than human striving. Have you ever felt that you had to shrink who you were before?

WHY NOT: Regularly check your motivations and methods. Are you building your business to glorify God and serve others, or to prove your worth? Are you moving in God's timing or forcing doors that He hasn't opened? Then shrinking yourself can’t be part of your formula.

How to Know You’re in Divine Partnership

Here's how you can tell the difference between operating in an empowerment culture versus a divine partnership:

Empowerment culture feels like constant pressure to perform and prove yourself, with exhaustion from being your own source of strength and grinding through tasks that drain your energy. In contrast, divine partnership feels like peace about your identity and calling even in uncertainty, with energy and creativity flowing from your work and tasks feeling more like play than work.

Ruth's story provides a perfect example of this distinction. When Ruth made the decision to follow Naomi, she wasn't operating from self-empowerment. She was responding to God's call with faith and commitment. The result was remarkable—she found herself in the lineage of Jesus, playing a crucial role in God's redemptive plan. Her faithful response to divine partnership led to outcomes far beyond what she could have achieved through her efforts alone.

I’m done—skip to the bottom except for those of you still struggling with this whole topic. Keep reading.

Overcoming Common Obstacles to Divine Partnership

Obstacle 1: "But I still need to take action and work hard."

Biblical Response: Absolutely! Look at the Proverbs 31 woman—she was incredibly active in business, but her strength came from "the fear of the Lord" (Proverbs 31:30). She worked diligently, but her source of strength and wisdom was divine.

Obstacle 2: "I don't know how to hear God's voice for my business."

Biblical Response: Hannah didn't have a theology degree, but she knew how to pour out her heart to God and receive His response (1 Samuel 1:15). God speaks to His daughters who seek Him with sincere hearts.

Obstacle 3: "What if I fail or make mistakes?"

Biblical Response: The woman with the issue of blood (Mark 5:25-34) took a huge risk when she reached out to touch Jesus' cloak. But her faith-filled risk led to healing and Jesus calling her "daughter." God honors faith-filled risks taken in partnership with Him.

My 2 cents - Making mistakes is part of the process, or call it failing. Whatever, we can learn the lesson and GET BACK UP.

Your Next Steps: Moving from Empowerment to Divine Partnership

 Here's your practical action plan for this week:

Day 1-2: Identity Recognition—Spend time in Scripture studying your identity in Christ. Write out declarations of who you are as God's daughter.

Day 3-4: Creative Partnership—Choose one business project to approach through prayer and creative partnership. Pay attention to ideas that bring you joy and energy.

 Day 5-7: Alignment Check—Review your business goals through the lens of God's purposes. Adjust anything that feels more like grinding than partnership. The Question That Changes Everything

NOTE: Let me know if you would like me to create a worksheet you can download.

Your Sacred Action Step

You have a choice to make. You can continue seeking empowerment from external sources. Or you can choose to partner with the One who is the source of all power, creativity, and joy.

The biblical women we've studied didn't need empowerment because they understood something that our culture has forgotten: when you know whose you are, you already have everything you need.

 Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, to give you hope and a future."

God has plans for your business, your calling, and your impact. He wants to partner with you in ways that bring Him glory and bring you joy. The question is, will you choose divine partnership over empowerment culture?

 P.S. Take This Further

Did this stir something in you? Do you have an expanded perspective on empowerment now? Reply and let me know.

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You’re not meant to struggle to prove your faith—you’re meant to thrive because of it.

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