Today’s blog entry and the three that follow all come from an article I was asked to write for Charisma in 2003. The magazine wanted me to speak candidly as a female senior pastor about the intimidating barriers that I have faced in ministry and how I have conquered them to continue to impact my sphere of influence for the Gospel. Eighteen years later it is interesting to ponder if things have changed regarding the ministry world for women. Undoubtedly there are still forces that try to hinder the forward progress of today’s Christian women. Mothers of Nations, be strong and courageous and continue to press into God because we have a world to turn upside down for His glory!

And now let’s start the article as it was published in Charisma!

Everyone who answers God’s call to ministry will have obstacles to overcome, regardless of their gender. However, being a female in ministry does pose unique challenges. Looking back over my own ministry experiences, I...

As women leaders and Mothers of Nations, for this coming year of 2022 let’s remember that God has chosen us and equipped us for this specific time in history. We are His contemporary Esthers! Ladies, be bold and go before the people and pave the way for the new ideas God has prepared for this year. Be innovative and creative, operating in faith and love.

John the Baptist knew where he came from and what his assignment on earth was in his day. Do we know our assignments?

First of all, we live to honor God in all we do and say. Secondly, we were born to be a vessel for the Master’s use. Thirdly, as a woman we are to yield to God’s will every step of the way. We are a witness of His love and are destined to make a difference in our community and all our relationships. Finally, we are God’s messengers of hope to our confused and lost world. 

Remember that John the Baptist lived in obscurity until his time came. And now WE are entering OUR time in 2022!...

Jesus said in John 15: 8:  "By this My Father is glorified, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples."  As we come into the Christmas season, we start to think about gifts. What could we buy for our kids, grandkids, relatives, spouse, and special friends. For me, this process seems to have become more complicated as the kids get older. Tastes change. Color preferences change. Interests change.  I have found myself looking at the shelves in the stores and thinking, “Should I get this? Should I get that?”  And yet the process is enjoyable and gift-giving is a blessing.

But . . . I do believe that there are “gifts” we can give not only at Christmas, but all year round that have no questions or wonderings around them!  

The Word of God tells us to “bear fruit” . . .  and lots of it. We can do this daily by bringing people to Christ, touching the lives of others with...

You Are Amazing!

When I think about the people who serve God I am reminded about just how amazing they are. The word “amazing” has so many meanings including astonishing, incredible, marvelous, breathtaking, awesome, wonderful, and so many more.

Thinking about how God created mankind, we realize that our image is unique. Our strengths and weaknesses are developed by Him. Our choices are based upon our understanding of His love and His nature. His grace gives us courage and boldness when under fire.

God gave us an amazing ability to touch lives – even to turn the world upside down! Created for the Master’s use, we are His chosen vessels of clay.

The Lord Jesus Christ is our ultimate example of all that encompasses “amazing.”  Let me list some of the most amazing facts about our Savior.

He received His Name from angel.

He was born in a stable, yet rose to be King of the world. 

He was prophesied about before He even arrived.

He has the...

I don't know about you, but I would love to experience a divine encounter! I am talking about a special moment with God that I will never forget -- one that reveals a deeper revelation of Him and imparts a supernatural change in my life for His glory.

In the book of Acts, the disciples were waiting in the upper room praying.  I am not sure if they had any clue as to "what" they were waiting for, but what happened was definitely enough to change them forever.  They were supernaturally endued with Holy Ghost power to impact the world around them.  They no longer feared man but rather God.  They received an impartation of love, mercy, grace, power, and so much more.

• Moses had a divine encounter that sent him to his governmental leaders to confront slavery and idolatry.
• Joshua met the Lord of Hosts.
• Gideon was commissioned by an angel sent from God.
• Isaiah was caught up in God's Presence and encountered holiness that revealed his own sinful nature.  He was...

MOTHERS OF NATIONS

As Mothers of Nations we receive our call to go,

Prepared, delivered, and fully in the know.

Activated for global impact and a harvest of souls,

Motivated with purpose and full of Godly goals.

God said to Sarah, “I will bless her and she shall be,

A Mother of Nations where kings of people develop and see.”

Sarah knew the need to arise with courage and faith in God,

The need to pioneer and take risks God does well applaud.

We become Mothers that serve with a kindness of heart,

Women who minister in power and love from the start.

We are prayer warriors of the strongest kind,

Without vengeance or hate, but with goodness in mind.

Prophetic, apostolic, and anointed to bring life,

Dedicated to our Master as an intimate wife.

We are Mothers of Nations with hearts to obey,

Loving our Lord more and more every day.

Blessed by the Lord with an anointing of power,

God will keep us all faithful until our final hour!

By Dr. Sharon Predovich

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Dear Women of God,

When I turned forty years old (now over thirty years ago), I asked the Lord a question. “What will I do when I grow up?” I was asking a bit humorously, but I truly meant what I said. I wanted to know what He had for me over the next several decades of my life.

Little did I realize that God had a definite answer and detailed plan just for me! He saw a pastor, a leader, an author . . . and a Mother of Nations.  Somehow through abiding in Him, listening to His voice, and obeying His promptings, my life has produced fruitfulness, joy, and fulfillment. My service to the Lord has been interesting beyond my imagination, rewarding, and incredibly blessed.

It is with great excitement that I introduce you to the vision that was birthed in my spirit not long after I asked God, “What will I do when I grow up?” In the midst of the unique and challenging “unprecedented times” of the past year, my long-nurtured vision is becoming a...