Four women
Four women: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. One had affairs, one was a prostitute, one lied, one was an adulteress... none of them were starry eyed perfect princesses. Four broken women. And yet God chose them... these four broken women, to be grandmothers in Jesus’ family tree. He crowned them with grace and love. Queens for His kingdom.
Today you may feel broken. You may feel like an outsider, a has-been, a never-was. Weary of being taken advantage of, of being unnoticed, uncherished, and unappreciated. Like you don’t fit in, like you don’t know how to keep going, or what to believe, or where to go. You may feel like you want to give up.
And yet God chooses you. He grafts you into His line, His story, and His heart. He gives you His name, His lineage, and His righteousness. He calls you His very own.
Throughout the biblical narrative, women like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba exemplify resilience and redemption. Tamar’s audacity in making her voice heard, Rahab's faith that saved her and her family, Ruth’s loyalty to Naomi, and Bathsheba’s journey from scandal to significance highlight that God's grace extends beyond societal labels. These stories serve as profound reminders that God embraces those who feel forgotten or marginalized. Each woman faced challenges and societal judgments, yet through their faith and determination, they found favor in God’s eyes. Their inclusion in Jesus' genealogy reminds us that divine purpose often unfolds through unexpected vessels. If you relate to feelings of brokenness or insignificance, remember that your story is still being written. Just as these women were woven into God's grand narrative, so too are you. Embrace your journey, knowing that you are not defined by your past but rather by the grace that weaves each moment into something beautiful. God calls us all into His family, inviting us to be part of His greater plan.
