15 Characteristics Of Biblical Femininity

Does anyone know what it is to be feminine anymore?  Actually, you don’t hear this word much.  I am excited to broach the subject. Here are 15 Characteristics of Biblical Femininity that will clarify and challenge you.

How about Biblical Femininity?  That term is even more antiquated than the word feminine.  Currently, and as far back as the 1920s, androgyny has made its presence known in a powerful way in the area of fashion and the role of women.   What it meant to be feminine started to change.  Presently, it is hard to imagine what a feminine woman even looks like as a result of the “no” gender movement.

I must confess that when I think of the word feminine, I think of women in dresses and lots of doilies…

When I start to get confused (which I do), my first stop is always to study what the Word of God has to say about the matter.  It isn’t politically correct, culturally correct, or even considered “Christianly” correct in some circles, but the Bible is the very Word of God, has stood the test of time, and is the only book we should be going to when seeking guidance.

My prayer is that we enter into the subject of Biblical Femininity with a humble and patient spirit.  Each one of us approaches the topic with discernment and prayer. with an open heart to hear what God has to say on the subject.

 

 

 

15 Characteristics Of Biblical Femininity

 

Strong

(Proverbs 31:17)  There is no feminine weakness here although it is noted that the woman is the weaker vessel.  It is helpful to remember, that God’s power is made perfect in your weakness.  Ask God to give you His strength.

 

Image of God

(Genesis 1:26-27)  Women are created in God’s image and with that comes a call to represent God well.

 

Teacher

(Ephesians 6:1-4) Women are to teach their own children about the ways of God, Scripture, and how to love.  We, as women, are also to teach other women.

 

Helper

(Genesis 2:18)  We are to be our husband’s helper and not the other way around.  Marriage is a high calling and privilege.  We should be actively involved in helping our husband in all areas of his life.

 

A Woman

(Genesis 2:21-23)  There is no androgyny in the Bible.  Men are men with certain roles and responsibilities and women are women with their own roles and set of responsibilities.  Manhood and womanhood is a biological reality.

 

Mentor

(Titus 2:3-5)  We as women are to teach, disciple, and train other women to love God, their husbands, and children.

 

Trustworthy

(Proverbs 31:11)  Her husband, children, and church know her to be trustworthy by her speech and actions.

 

Submissive

(Ephesians 5:22-24)  A biblically feminine woman is submissive to God and her husband.

 

Christ Follower

(Deuteronomy 6:7)  She is a Christian in name and deed.

 

Homemaker

(Titus 2:5)  Her realm of influence and the majority of her work are home-based.

 

Entrepreneur

(Proverbs 31:16&18) She can, if needed, creatively come up with ways to supplement her husband’s income.

 

Mother

(Genesis 1:27-28)  If God enables her, she is to have children.  A biblically feminine woman is also to have spiritual children, teaching other women and women new to the faith.

 

Church Member

(Acts 2:39)  She is a member of her local church where she meets with other believers to worship God, serve and fellowship with other believers.

 

Kind

(Proverbs 31:26)   The biblically feminine woman speaks words that display God’s wisdom and kindness. She speaks the truth in love.

 

Beautiful

(1st Peter 3:3-4)  She has a quiet and gentle spirit that is precious in God’s sight.

 

 

Does anyone notice what is missing?

Any reference to appearance.  Now, that said, other passages refer to what a godly woman wears.  We know she pays attention to how she and her family are clothed (Proverbs 31:22) and that she dresses modestly (1 Timothy 2:9)  But nothing about her “good looks” or physical attributes.  AMAZING!

Lastly, these beautiful characteristics are worth nothing without love and are empowered by the Holy Spirit.  We must be careful to understand and know the source of our ability to display these qualities.  If we proceed in our own strength, our pursuit leads to drudergy and legalism.  When we walk in the love shown in the gospel and powered by God alone, we are free!

 

 

 

Biblical womanhood = FREEDOM

not some list of things to do or become

 

 

 

By this time, you might be feeling mighty overwhelmed.  I know I am, let’s join together in prayer and ask God to grow these attributes of Biblical Femininity in each of us.

 

 

YOUR TURN…

Can you name some other attributes of Biblical Femininity?

 

Blessings,