A woman of Opinion

Hello Lord,

Yeah it's me again. I have something on my mind. It's actually a desire. I want to become a strong, opinionated woman. Let me be specific. NOT the type that is opinionated to the point of being in your face and annoying. But, one that can hold her own.
In a conversation about certain topics I don't want to be hesitant in sharing. I want to be able to argue with out doubt what I believe and why.
Often I have found myself in the throws of a conversation and an issue is introduced. Tongue tied and unprepared (well, maybe afraid) I have ended up not contributing. Later, I think through the conversation and realize what I should have said and why.
I generally know what I believe in a situation but, I can't seem to speak up and make a stand. Well, some of the women I look up to can do just that. They can tell you exactly what they have on their mind. They are good at presenting their case. They are confident in their opinions and confident in who they are.
I want that. Lord, let me be sure of who I am and let my tongue represent that with confidence. Let me not be afraid to voice what is on my heart.

Amen


Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witness, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:1-3

Oh Boy.