Red Herrings and Real Strength
Trusting God’s Voice in a World Full of Noise (Week 2)
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” — Exodus 14:14 (NIV)
Every woman walks a different road. Some are called to lead in homes, some in hospitals. Some raise children. Some raise businesses. Some raise their voice in classrooms, courtrooms, or quiet corners of the world.
There is no single map for how to live a God-honoring life. There’s just the Shepherd’s voice, calling each of us to follow Him—step by step.
But the world is loud. And so are the lies.
“You should be doing more.”
“You’re not doing it right.”
“You’re not enough.”These are red herrings—misleading distractions meant to draw you away from your calling. They can come from others’ words, your own insecurities, or expectations that were never yours to carry. But you were never asked to meet the world’s standards—only to listen for God’s.
Your value isn’t found in the title you hold.
It’s found in your obedience to His voice.And whether you’re setting boundaries, changing diapers, studying for exams, leading teams, or walking through wilderness seasons—there is strength in your surrender.
You don’t have to prove you’re worthy of your calling. God called you.
That’s enough.
Prayer:
Father,
Thank You for creating me with a purpose. Help me quiet the noise that says I should be doing something different. Give me courage to follow the path You’ve laid for me, even when it doesn’t look like anyone else’s. Teach me to walk with boldness, humility, and grace—wherever You lead.
Amen.
This is Week 2 of The Surrendered Voice, a 10-week devotional series.
If you missed Week 1, you can read it here.