Sexual appeal is in the eye of the beholder. When one person looks to the physical body for arousal, another see’s right through to the soul. Within the soul of a faith-filled woman lies her sexuality that radiates confidence, the key to her empowerment.
Empowerment has nothing to do with a woman’s physical attributes but her strength.
Her hair pulled taunt, each imperfection exposed. The woman’s features aren’t striking, not worthy of a second glance.
Scantily clad, the woman is hot, not figuratively but literally. Distracted by the woman’s body, I watch her in awe.
The pulsating rhythm of “Sex On Fire”, by Kings of Leon, seduces the woman’s body into pleasurable movements. Her body contorts and she garners attention.
The lyrics cry out to her, begging her to surrender to the music. Like the lead singer, Caleb Followill, she is a woman who understands the religious world but lives in the secular.
Her body works at a feverish pace. Fueled by her sexual drive to embrace her womanhood. She enjoys her body as God created it. The saltiness of her sweat rids her mind of impure thought.
The Empowered Woman
I’m attracted to the strong woman, but not necessarily her physical strength. However, I do find the middle-aged woman with a toned upper body incredibly sexy. I’m talking about the strong woman with the meek demeaner.
Meekness is defined as power under control.
She has strength under pressure and able to resist her worldly pleasures. It’s not the physical appeal but the magnetic attraction of how she hold’s herself, with dignity.
She views and enjoys her body as God’s creation.
Owning our body’s and caring for them out of respect for our Creator. That’s the empowered woman. Allowing our faith to be our guiding light, not being led astray by our worldly desires.
Sexual Appeal
Sex it’s such a dirty word. It conjures up explicit acts, attempting to steal our innocence. When really it’s the most beautiful gift God has given us. We as women should embrace our sexuality.
It’s okay to be aroused by our sexual desire, it’s only human. I find Caleb Followill incredibly sexy, not his physical body but his music. Like my attraction to Caleb, we find other people appealing, not just by their bodies but their souls.
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Empowered From Within
The Soul
It is the physical body we notice first. A body that is thin, yet shapely, might be appealing but isn’t representative of the person. It’s within the soul, the intangible core where the beauty radiates from. No matter how much I work out, unless I’m spiritually fit I won’t attract others.
Our bodies decay over time. As we age we lose muscle, a once firm buttock now held in place by spandex. The soul remains the same.
The Faith-based Woman
Over the years I have noticed few women who garner attention and not from their outward appearance. What these women have in common is that their beauty radiates. It’s a quite strength, subtle in nature.
As a woman who struggled with her faith I understood this woman yet couldn’t identity with her. To me she appeared unattainable. Today I physically exert my body but it’s my mind that’s put to the test.
Faith per Merriam-Webster Dictionary refers to complete trust or confidence in someone or something.
Not only did I struggle with my faith but I didn’t have faith, not in our world. At one time I placed value in the world that surrounded me and I lost the ability to trust. I needed something greater, something that wouldn’t let me down.
By practicing Yoga I am strengthening my core. When I add faith to my discipline it provides a strong foundation. It’s the only way to achieve my results.
Without faith my body cannot thrive.
Empowering Others
Yoga isn’t just a discipline that strengthens us by building muscle but a good instructor empowers through her message. She speaks my language. Her words are meant to inspire, much like the Church preacher.
I surround myself with beautiful women. Not just in the Yoga studio but within the rooms of recovery. The focus is on building each other up, and not defined by our physical limitations.
Empowering Ourselves
We are each on our own journey. It’s up to each of us to take charge of our health. We are given free-will on how we care for our bodies. We each face different challenges and are provided with unique gifts.
Find what makes you thrive…
Yoga
When I view myself in the mirror performing Yoga I can’t help but feel empowered. I’m pushing my body to its limit while appreciating the physical body that God has blessed me with. There is nothing sexier than a woman who cares for her body.
Yoga is a discipline for all body types and ages.
While some women struggle with their weight others have trouble building muscle. Yoga Sculpt offers the woman with the ectomorphs body type an excellent, low-impact workout. Adding music to the workout triggers the body to release dopamine and endorphins.
Music
My body responds to music. Singing praise worship at church offers intimacy with Christ, while listening to secular music in the Yoga studio pushes me to work harder. Musical lyrics speak to me, they trigger memories. When incorporated with Yoga I find inspiration for my written work.
While some Christian women frown on secular music I embrace it.
In Christian-based recovery you often hear women guarding their ears from impure music lyrics. I agree we shouldn’t let our worldly culture taint our mind but the reality is that we “live” in a secular society and our strength shouldn’t be challenged by our music. I have the same approach with my writing.
Writing
Through my recovery journey I have discovered writing. Writing is therapeutic and helps me to process my feelings. Sharing allows me to be vulnerable and builds courage for publishing.
My writing style isn’t for everyone, but the woman who identifies with the sinner.
Not long ago alcohol was my recreational activity of choice, today (while I still enjoy a glass of wine) I spend my free time writing fiction and creating strong female protagonists. It’s in the rooms of recovery where I find inspiration. Women from all walks of life, each with their own struggles to share.
Recovery
Prior to five years ago I did work out but my body wasn’t cared for. Due to the overindulgence of alcohol I neglected my body. It is within my journey in recovery where I have learned to respect myself and my body.
It’s very empowering to take back your life.
Today I have replaced the excess alcohol use with healthier options. Who needs to get drunk when Yoga and writing provide food for the soul. And the Holy Spirit provides hydration.
What Empowers You?
In secular recovery individually we find the Higher Power that sustains us. It’s where we put our faith. Although I found tools (in the form of step-work) at my disposal in the rooms of Alcoholic’s Anonymous, its within the rooms of Celebrate Recovery where I find my Higher Power. My spiritual recovery offers a well-rounded approach to healing.
Empowered With the Holy Spirit
Faith, alone, is all that is needed. By embracing God’s Will for my life I am given the strength to succeed. He provides my physical body and it’s my job to maintain it. No longer is it a vessel to overflow with wine but a place for the Holy Spirit to reside.
Although I can’t carry a tune and have no future as a recording artist, I find Caleb Followill’s approach to music and the industry relatable. He may not incorporate his faith in his music lyrics but it isn’t rooted deeply in him. We can learn a lot from his journey and the others who have paved the way in recovery.
The front man of Kings of Leon is a writer.
Empowerment as a faith-based woman: These core principles provide faith as the source of strength.
- Rooting Your Identity In Christ
The focus is finding our identity not through a worldly lens but internally through our relationship with Christ or our Higher Power.
Caleb Followill music emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and not letting others dictate your life choices.
- Drawing Strength From Prayer and the Word
Where musical lyrics of any genre inspire, it’s within Prayer and the Word where I derive my strength.
- Leading With Humility and Service
The acts of service within recovery lead to a humble lifestyle.
- Relying On Community
We are all one in Christ and as a woman of faith its our responsibility to empower one another.
Caleb Followill and his (brothers) bandmates promote community-level empowerment through civic action.
- Overcoming Fear
Fear prevents us from living out our dreams and utilizing our God-given gifts to their fullest potential.
Caleb Followill reflects on his fears within his music and the public.
Empowerment To Rise Above
Within each of us is the power to achieve our dreams. There will always be critics. Our self-worth isn’t based on their judgement.
As an artist enjoyment of our craft, alone, sustains our work. Caleb’s recent album highlights the importance of fun. The phrase “Can We Please Have Fun” is the title of Kings of Leon’s ninth studio album. It serves as an artistic mission statement, representing a desire to shed industry pressure, ignore critics, and simply enjoy the thrill of making music again.
Search within yourself and see where your power takes you!
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