In today’s fast-paced world, distractions seem to be everywhere. From the endless demands of work and family to the never-ending pull of social media, staying focused on what truly matters can be challenging. But for a Godly woman, one of the most essential qualities is having a heart focused on God, regardless of the noise around her.
A Heart Focused on God
So, what does it mean to have a heart focused on God? When we think about a focused person, we often think of someone who is attentive to the task before them and less bothered by what’s happening around them. That doesn’t mean they aren’t aware of what is occurring in and around them; what’s more important to them is the task before them.
A woman whose heart is focused on God embodies a unique blend of attentiveness and spiritual dedication. She is someone whose mind and heart are stayed on the Lord, and who seeks His will above everything else. She understands the importance of spiritual discipline. Just like we nourish our physical bodies with food, a Godly woman nourishes her spirit by spending time in God’s Word, praying, and seeking His presence daily. She recognizes that her relationship with God must be a priority and dedicates time to sit at His feet.
Consider the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42. While Martha was busy with the task of serving her guests, Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet, listening to His teaching. Jesus commended Mary for her choice, saying, “Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” A Godly woman seeks to be like Mary—choosing time with God despite the busyness of life. With her focus on God, everything else seems to fall into its rightful place.
Focusing on God requires discipline and intentional effort. When you align your heart with God’s Word, He will guide your path (Psalm 119:105). By seeking Him first, you can trust that all other things will be added to you in due time (Matthew 6:33).
The Results of a Heart Focused on God
A woman with a heart focused on God doesn’t allow fear, anxiety, or doubt to drive her decisions; she looks to God for guidance and waits on His timing. Her focus on God gives her a sense of peace and confidence, knowing that He will provide for her every need.
A woman with a heart focused on God gains clarity in her purpose. She knows that her life is an offering to God, and she focuses on fulfilling her God-given purpose rather than chasing worldly success or approval. Whether in her role as a mother, wife, professional, or friend, she seeks to glorify God in all that she does. Staying true to Colossians 3:23, “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.”
Your Call to Order
To develop a heart that is centered on God, one must…
- Make spending daily time (e.g., reading Scripture, praying, and worshiping) with God a non-negotiable priority.
- Live intentionally, centering your life on glorifying God and seeking His guidance in every aspect of your life—whether at work, at home, or in your relationships.
- Be mindful of what pulls your focus away from God, and choose to reduce those distractions, whether it’s social media, over-scheduling, or obtaining validation from others.
- Surround yourself with people who encourage you in your walk with God and remind you to keep Him at the center of your life.
A heart focused on God is an essential quality of a genuinely Godly woman. She seeks Him first, trusts Him above all, and lives with clarity and purpose, knowing that her life is in His hands. In a world full of distractions, she chooses to fix her eyes on what is eternal, living each day with the assurance that her focus on God will guide her, strengthen her, and ultimately lead her to fulfill His purpose for her life.
Power Verses:
“Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” ~Hebrews 12:2: "Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.." ~Psalm 34:5
