The Bible is filled with women who could have said no. These women could have stayed in their shame, fear, or comfort zones, but instead showed remarkable courage. Here’s a look at 5 women who lived unhindered in their response to Jesus.
1. The Woman at the Well
John 4
She came to draw water but left carrying living water.
Unhindered by her shameful past, she boldly shared Jesus with her town. Jackie Hill Perry preached on this in 2023. Watch a snippet below or watch the full video on KCC One!
2. The Woman Who Walked Away from Safety
Ruth
Ruth wasn’t obligated to follow Naomi into a foreign land, but she did. She wasn’t hindered by loss, uncertainty, or leaving behind the familiar. Her faith and loyalty positioned her in God’s redemptive story!
3. The Woman Who Prayed Through Her Pain
Hannah (1 Samuel)
Though her heart was heavy with grief and unanswered prayer, she came to the temple and poured out her soul to God. She wasn’t hindered by disappointment, delay, or being misunderstood by others. She was seen and heard by God and her faith bore fruit through her son, Samuel!
4. The Woman Who Chose Better
Mary of Bethany (Luke 10:38–42)
While her sister Martha was busy with preparations, Mary sat at Jesus’ feet and listened. Mary wasn’t hindered by expectations, distractions, or the pull to do more. Mary chose what was better and Jesus didn’t push her away.
5. The Woman Who Worshipped
Luke 7:36–50
She wasn’t invited but she came anyway. In a room full of judgment, she poured perfume and tears at Jesus’ feet. It was an act of costly devotion. She wasn’t hindered by her reputation, onlookers, or the weight of her past. Jesus affirmed her faith and forgave her sin.
Let these stories remind you that you don’t need a perfect past or the right credentials to come to Jesus.
Living unhindered is about having confidence in the God who sees, calls and uses ordinary people like you and me.
What does it look like to run the race of faith unhindered?
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