Heavenly Father, Today we honor the California State Senate Women of the Year… but we also honor women everywhere.
We know, Father God, that women play an integral role in advancing Your kingdom and influencing the world around us.
These incredible women we honor today are courageous—some put on a uniform… wear a badge… and protect the communities we serve with unwavering dedication.
Some are women veterans who have bravely chosen to serve and defend our great nation…. With valor and distinction.
We honor our Olympic athletes who represent the United States in rigorous competition around the world, displaying excellence and perseverance.
We celebrate educators who invest tirelessly in the generations of leaders to come; lawyers, PhDs and scientists… and those with judicial authority and wisdom…. We honor nonprofit leaders and founders of organizations that serve the underserved and create educational opportunities for higher education—lifting up students who show leadership and a heart of service to others… yet face barriers beyond their reach.
Lord, exceedingly and abundantly bless each one of these women as they continue the work in the areas that you have placed on their hearts—a passion to make our world a better place, reflecting Your love and justice.
In Scripture, we are reminded of the strength, dignity, and enduring courage of such women in Proverbs 31:
“She is clothed with strength and dignity and she laughs without fear of the future…. She always speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction.”
May these women we are honoring today embody this timeless truth—clothed in Your strength, speaking in wisdom… as they lead, serve, and inspire others for greatness.
Exceedingly and abundantly bless each one of these women as they continue to do the work that you have placed in their heart to do.
Guide them, protect them, and multiply their influence for good.—AMEN.