The monarch curse you all male. Throughout history, monarchies have often been ruled and led by male figures, resulting in a lack of female representation and opportunities for leadership. This has created a curse that affects not only the women who are denied the chance to ascend to the throne, but also society as a whole. The exclusion of women from positions of power perpetuates gender inequality and limits the progress and development of a nation. The notion of a monarch curse implies that the male dominance in monarchy has negative consequences for everyone involved. By limiting the monarchy to males, societies are denying themselves the potential benefits and perspectives that female leadership can bring.
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He had shaken hands and patted children s heads and held lively discussions with Congolese youth and civil society and helped put the spotlight on the victims in the country s war-torn east. That will be especially apparent on Belgian National Day on July 21 a public holiday marking the investiture of the country s first king in 1831 when the royal family traditionally oversees the military parade.
By limiting the monarchy to males, societies are denying themselves the potential benefits and perspectives that female leadership can bring. Women possess unique qualities and characteristics that can greatly contribute to the success and advancement of a nation. Their inclusion in ruling positions would ensure a more diverse and inclusive decision-making process, leading to better governance and representation of all members of society.
Blessing Those Who Curse You
So Haman got the robe and the horse. He robed Mordecai, and led him on horseback through the city streets, proclaiming before him, “This is what is done for the man the king delights to honor!” – Esther 6:11
This verse is a perfect recap of what has been going on this week in our study of Esther.
Haman thinks the king is going to honor him but instead it is Mordecai who will receive special favor. After the worst day in Haman’s life, he goes to his home destroyed with shame. There is nothing he can do to the man he hates the most.
And what about Mordecai? He returns to the king’s gate. He is still concerned about the threat against the Jews and heads right back to the palace. He doesn’t let the honor that was given to him make him haughty or idle.
The man Haman cursed was now exalted and blessed, and Haman, who sought his own self exaltation was cursed. I want to spend a little time talking about the idea of blessing those who curse us. The verse for our SOAP today is Genesis 12:3, “I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”
God is promising Abram that he will fight against his enemies. They will be cursed and those who are for Abram will be blessed. He is letting Abram know, in no uncertain terms, that He, the Lord, is on his side, and through him nations will be blessed.
This promise extends to you and me as well. Over and over again God tells His people that he is on their side. He tells us that if we are children of Abraham (through faith in Christ) we will be blessed (Acts 3:25). And in Romans 8:31 Paul asks, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” It is only through the blood of Jesus that God can be for us.
If we are honest, it doesn’t always feel that God is on our side (Psalm 73). We have a lot that seems to be against us like governments, institutions, individual people, and circumstances. But God who is in us and for us is stronger than any circumstance or person that comes against us (1 Jn. 4:4).
OUR RESPONSE
Here is something that is very important to remember. Nowhere are we told to curse those who curse us. That is God’s job alone.
The Lord will vindicate us (Psalm 138:8)
This is a good reason why we should bless those that curse us, because it is enough that God will curse them.
– Matthew Henry
Instead, we are told to bless those who curse us (Lk. 6:28). Wow, that is a very high calling. So what does that mean?
Loving our enemies or people who are against us means seeking their good. It means restraining our feelings of resentment or wishing them ill. It is getting rid of that desire in our hearts to return evil for evil.
And how do we do this? By praying for them, speaking kindly of them and to them, AND doing good towards them.
Here is the thing; loving our enemies, loving the people who wish us ill, who annoy us, who don’t love us back and talk badly about us and are hateful to us, goes against our nature. It is not natural for us to extend this kind of grace.
Our Lord God must be a pious man to be able to love rascals. I can’t do it, and yet I am a rascal myself.
– Martin Luther
Yes, we are rascals and worse! Thank goodness for our perfect example, Jesus. He showed grace and kindness to those who spit in his face, accused him of all kinds of false things, laughed at him, tortured and killed him.
Not only is He our example, He is also our hope. I don’t know about you, but this is impossible for me. Even if I could be kind to their face I would struggle in my heart. This does not excuse me, but it makes Christ sacrifice all the more precious. Jesus loved his enemies perfectly for us, endured wrong accusations and gossip with perfect grace for us, and died on the cross for all the times that we would fail in blessing our enemies.
We are called to take the high road, to bless those who curse us and to love those who are against us, but we are not called to take this road alone. God is with us and for us and, in the end, He will vindicate us – truth will win.
If we stand up for what’s right, we will have enemies. They feel justified in their hostility. But Jesus says, love them anyway. Hostile people expect hostility in return. Jesus says, surprise them. – Ray Ortland
Looking to Jesus,
Week 5 Challenge: This week pray for those who don’t like you. When thoughts of revenge or worry fill your mind, turn those thoughts into prayers. Ask God to supernaturally help you love when you don’t want to and praise His name in the face of uncertainty.
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Jen Thorn grew up in Germany and then spent her teenage years in Africa, where her parents were missionaries. She moved to the United States for college and attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago where she met her husband. They have been married for twenty-two years and have four children. Jen lives in the suburbs of Chicago, where her husband is the pastor of Redeemer Fellowship. Jen is passionate about theology and the connection to daily living.
Emma on November 7, 2019 at 3:01 pmThis is exactly what I prayed for this morning and happened to be the study I was on today. I have been struggling to bless a certain person in my life, and the fact that “tomorrow’s” verses were transposed to today is blowing my mind. God is good, and my mind is blown how he works to give us what we need. Thank you so much for this. Log in to Reply
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This promise extends to you and me as well. Over and over again God tells His people that he is on their side. He tells us that if we are children of Abraham (through faith in Christ) we will be blessed (Acts 3:25). And in Romans 8:31 Paul asks, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” It is only through the blood of Jesus that God can be for us.
Moreover, the monarch curse also perpetuates gender inequality and reinforces patriarchal norms in society. By granting power and privilege exclusively to males, monarchies are sending a message that men are inherently superior to women. This damages societal perceptions and perpetuates discrimination against women, hindering progress towards gender equality. The monarch curse affects not only women but also men. By exclusively favoring male leadership, men are burdened with the weight of societal expectations and the pressure to maintain power and control. This denies them the opportunity to explore other roles and possibilities outside of traditional patriarchal roles, leading to a narrow definition of masculinity and limiting personal growth for both men and women. In conclusion, the monarch curse you all male is a reflection of the gender inequalities present in society. By excluding women from positions of power, monarchies perpetuate discrimination and hinder the social progress of a nation. Embracing gender equality and providing equal opportunities for male and female leadership in monarchies would result in a more inclusive and prosperous society for all..
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