- The Soft Power of Confidence and Self-Worth
A godly woman must understand her identity and value in God.
She does not need to compete with other women, beg for validation, or compromise her values to gain acceptance.
Scriptures:- Proverbs 31:25 – “Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”
- Psalm 139:14 – “I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
- Soft power: The ability to walk confidently in your God-given identity.
The Soft Power of Hospitality
A woman can create an atmosphere of warmth, acceptance, and belonging.
Hospitality is not about having an expensive home; it is about making people feel welcomed and valued.
Scriptures:
- Romans 12:13 – “Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.”
- 1 Peter 4:9 – “Use hospitality one to another without grudging.”
- Soft power: The ability to create an atmosphere where people experience love and warmth.
- The Soft Power of Forgiveness
A woman should understand that bitterness can become a burden.
Forgiveness allows her to release resentment and move forward without allowing past hurts to control her future.
Forgiveness does not mean accepting repeated mistreatment or removing healthy boundaries.
Scriptures:- Colossians 3:13 – “Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another…”
- Ephesians 4:31-32 – Encourages believers to put away bitterness and embrace forgiveness.
- Soft power: The ability to release offences without losing wisdom or dignity.
- The Soft Power of Influence
A woman should understand that her life can influence people more powerfully than her words.
Her character, conduct, wisdom, and lifestyle can inspire others to become better.
Scriptures:- Matthew 5:16 – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works…”
- 1 Peter 3:1-2 – Speaks about the influence of godly conduct.
- Proverbs 31:28 – Her children and husband acknowledge and praise her.
- Soft power: The ability to influence people positively through character and example.
- The Soft Power of Diligence and Resourcefulness
A godly woman should be productive, hardworking, creative, and capable of managing resources.
She should not depend solely on others to create value or fulfil her potential.
Scriptures:- Proverbs 31:16 – “She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.”
- Proverbs 31:27 – “She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.”
- Soft power: The ability to create value, manage resources, and turn opportunities into results.
Written by LADY PHEBE KEKELI DEWODO – Convener of Queens Antidote Conference & Woman Extraordinaire Community
