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The life of a Christian can be compared to the life of a soldier. A soldier is prepared to stand, fight, and defend his nation. Similarly, Christians are a part of the armies of God, fighting day and night against the flesh, principalities, and the kingdom of the devil to populate and defend the kingdom of God. However, just as a soldier can fall or get injured at the war front despite adequate preparation—and regardless of rank, like a general, colonel, or lieutenant—so can a Christian fall, no matter their level of maturity. In such a situation, the injured or fallen soldier is not to be left alone to bleed to death or be killed by the opponent. As seen at war fronts, all injured soldiers are always helped by fellow soldiers and brought back to base to receive their healing. Even thos...

INTRODUCTION In this article, I briefly espouse the essence of womanhood— not as a means to an end or a burdensome role—but rather as a total purpose, a sacred calling with earthly and eternal rewards. I love to use stories as anecdotes to convey my thoughts, so permit me to share this story. A few years into my marriage, I found myself exhausted after a long Saturday of cooking, cleaning, and caring for our home. My husband, deeply engrossed in preparing a sermon, looked up when I asked, “Honey, does all this kitchen work even matter for eternity?” He chuckled and gently reassured me of the sacredness of every role I undertake as a woman. Though I knew this truth, I needed that reminder, especially in a world that often elevates work outside the home over a woman’s work at home. Som...