Successful Hat Wearing

As Christian women, we often find ourselves wearing a multitude of hats. I am sure that many have a hat collection that far outnumbers mine, but as a fledgling wife and mother, I have often struggled to keep up with even my small collection. A few nights ago, while thinking of my inability to balance being a successful Christian, wife, mother, daughter, sister, teacher, office administrator, personal shopper, and housekeeper, I became quite discouraged. Although the list would have made an impressive Instagram bio, it was completely overwhelming me. How could I, a single individual, be expected to do all of these things?

The secular wisdom of today dictates that I should look at the list and determine what “serves” me, then simply give up the tasks that do not bring me joy. Humanism would suggest that I should celebrate myself for even trying to fulfill a few of these roles. Feminist doctrine would tell me that I should rage against “the patriarchy” for even being expected to do some of these things!

The Bible, of course, offers a different viewpoint. As I lay awake that night, the Holy Spirit brought a well-known verse to my mind. I am sure you all know it—I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. (Philippians 4:13) I have always thought of that verse in the context of being able to handle each obstacle or struggle that God brings my way, and this is true, of course. However, that night I thought of this verse in the light of my list of responsibilities.

By human standards, it is impossible to do all of these things successfully; but this verse promises that I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. No matter how many roles God gives me throughout my life, I will be able handle them all, not because of my own abilities, but by His strength. I do not know which hats the Lord has given each reader, but I, even though a young, inexperienced hat collector, know that God can help us wear them all. With the Lord’s strength, let us wear all of our hats with aplomb.

by Abigail Medford

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