Real Women

a real woman's walk
is more like a strut
she knows who she is
no ifs ands or buts
her life by Christ has been renewed
so she walks like she walks
cuz she walks in new shoes

a real woman's talk
is seasoned with grace
not a word, nor a syllable said out of place
she doesn't have time for gossip or chatter
she talks like she talks
cuz pleasing God matters

a real woman's faith
can make mountains move
can weather a storm
God's power to prove
she's not consumed by worry or fret
her faith is her faith
cuz God's never failed her yet

but a real woman's worship
is her biggest threat
it comes from her belly
way past fear or regret
it comes from a place
of deepest thanksgiving
she'll worship Him
as long as she's living

real women, arise
real women go forth
know who you are
know your worth in the Lord
know the power He's given within
keep your garments spotless
untainted by sin
and trust in Him
who authors your story
walk in His will
and manifest God's glory

©josie james (2011)