Born With Purpose: Dreaming Big as We Step Into 2026
- Lynn McKinney
- Dec 23, 2025
- 2 min read

During the Advent season, our hearts are drawn back to the familiar story of Jesus’ birth—the manger, the angels, the quiet wonder of that holy night. It is a season filled with warmth, tradition, and reflection. Yet Advent invites us to look beyond sentiment and remember something deeper: Jesus was born with purpose.
The baby laid in a manger was not only a child to be celebrated; He was a King sent on a divine mission.
Each Christmas, the triumphant words of the Hallelujah Chorus ring out:“The kingdoms of this world are become the Kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever.” (Revelation 11:15)
At first, this declaration may feel out of place during a season focused on Christ’s birth. But in truth, it is exactly where it belongs. From the very beginning, Jesus’ life pointed toward God’s redemptive plan. His humble arrival marked the start of heaven breaking into earth—light entering darkness, hope confronting despair.
Jesus was born to save. He was born to restore. And yes—He was born to reign.
As women, especially those of us who have walked through hardship, disappointment, or seasons where our dreams felt delayed or diminished, Advent offers us more than nostalgia. It offers us permission to hope again.
The same God who sent His Son with intention and purpose is still writing stories today. Your life is not an accident. Your dreams are not foolish. And your future is not defined by what you’ve survived—but by what God is still shaping within you.
As we look ahead to 2026, this is a powerful moment to dream big—but to do so with faith, not fear. Big dreams don’t require perfect circumstances. They require surrendered hearts and willing steps. Just as Mary said “yes” without knowing every detail, we too are invited to trust God with what’s next.
Fearlessly Female is about reclaiming identity, healing from the past, and boldly stepping into purpose. It’s about believing that God can still do exceedingly and abundantly more—even now. Even here. Even through you.
So as we celebrate the birth of Christ, let us also honor the purpose of His birth—and allow that purpose to awaken something within us. Let us dream not from a place of limitation, but from a place of faith. Let us enter 2026 believing that God is still reigning, still restoring, and still calling us forward.
You were created on purpose. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. And your next chapter matters.



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