Women of Destiny launched

A group of young women known as Women of Destiny gathered at Rustic Rainbow farms last Saturday to introspect and reflect on their lives.

At the occasion, women agreed that they cannot achieve anything in life without first putting God as the centre of their lives. The group aims at impacting society through benevolent deeds such as visiting hospitals, prisons, orphanages, schools and homes for the elderly as well as the less privileged.

Its Scriptural foundation is Matthew 5:13-16, which calls Christians to be the light of the world and the salt of the earth. In simple terms, it tells believers to be good role models for the glory of God. Destiny, it was said, is what makes people alive and their purpose in life. “You are women of influence and each one of us has a life to touch – a  neighbour, a friend, co-worker, a child and everyone. Realise God’s light in you and let it shine,” said one of the founding women, Queen Royal.

Women were encouraged to ‘fear not’ like the Biblical Mary - the mother of Jesus. They were urged to go into community service without fear because the Lord will be with them. Basha Manyolo encouraged women to have self confidence. She said that a woman with self confidence is happy and never intimidated. “You are free and courageous,” she said, citing Philippians 4:13 and Joshua 1:8.

Women were also encouraged to serve at their respective churches and to avoid church politics as they hinder purpose and growth. They agreed that to be effective women need also to work in emergency situations. “Be vigilant and ready to do what has to be done, even if it wasn’t your task,” said one of them, adding that women of faith carry an aroma of Christ which sets them apart.

Other topics discussed included waiting on God for marriage, having insecurities about life, finding joy in the Lord and the importance of mentorship.