When Women Listen to What God Already Gave Them
We live in a world that teaches women to be polite.
We live in a world that teaches women to be polite — even when something feels wrong.
But Gavin de Becker, in The Gift of Fear, reminds us that intuition isn’t paranoia — it’s protection.
He writes that fear is a gift when it arrives for the right reasons.
That small, inner signal — the tightening in the stomach, the quickened breath, the quiet “something’s off” — is the brain and body recognizing danger faster than conscious thought ever could.
Faith adds another layer to this truth.
If we believe God designed us for wisdom and discernment, then ignoring intuition isn’t humility — it’s disobedience.
The Holy Spirit doesn’t only speak in grand revelations; sometimes He whispers through instinct.
When a woman senses unease in a conversation, in a parking lot, or even in her own relationships — that is not weakness. That is strength. It’s not fear running wild; it’s fear doing its job.
Our culture often teaches women to override those warnings out of politeness.
But safety doesn’t come from being agreeable — it comes from paying attention.
So here’s a reminder for this week:
You don’t owe anyone your comfort when your spirit feels unsettled. And “No” is a complete sentence.
Listen.
Trust what God built into you.
Act with calm confidence.
That is discernment in motion — not panic, not paranoia — peaceful awareness.
💭 Reflection Prompt
When was a time your “gut” told you something wasn’t right — and you later realized it was God’s quiet protection?