If you open the scriptures, it’s easy to feel like you’re reading a long list of brothers, sons, and fathers. But if you look closer—if you really lean in—you’ll find the heartbeat of the gospel has always been sustained by women. Their names might not be on every chapter heading, but their faith is the marrow in the bones of these stories.
From the courage of Sarah to the quiet strength of Abish, these women weren’t just supporting characters. They were the pivot points of history.
Today, let’s talk about 10 powerhouse women who can teach us how to lead, love, and level up in 2026.
Honoring the Women and Learning From Their Influence
Why does it matter to study these women? Because representation is a divine necessity. When we see ourselves in the scriptures, we realize that God doesn’t just work through prophets; He works through mothers, sisters, daughters, and friends.
Learning from them gives us a spiritual mirror. It reminds us that our unique feminine intuition and resilience are not just personality traits—they are spiritual gifts meant to change the world.
The 10 Influential Women of the Scriptures
Eve: The Mother of Choices
Eve wasn’t just the first woman. She was the first visionary. She understood that for us to grow, we had to move forward, even if it meant leaving the comfort of the garden.
In our careers or personal lives, we often face moments that call us to be like Eve — deciding to leave a “safe” situation to pursue growth. She teaches us to embrace the courage of the fall to reach the joy of the climb.
2. Sarah: The Strength of Waiting
Sarah waited decades for a promise to be fulfilled. She laughed, she doubted, but ultimately, she endured. And she was blessed because she was patient and faithful.
Are you waiting for a promotion, a child, or a breakthrough? Sarah shows us that God’s timing isn’t a no but a not yet. Her life is a masterclass in staying the course when the biological or social clock is ticking.
3. Esther: The Advocate
Esther used her position of influence to save her people. She didn’t stay silent when things got uncomfortable. Even with the risk of death, she moved forward and did a brave thing, which ultimately saved her people.
Whether you’re standing up against office gossip or advocating for better community policies in your community, Esther reminds us to be courageous because your courage may be needed “For such a time as this.”
4. The Widow of Zarephath: The Radical Giver
This woman had one last meal for her and her son, yet she gave it to the prophet Elijah first. She chose faith over the scarcity mindset. She chose to follow the prophet, and obey God despite being in the verge of losing it all.
When inflation is high and resources are low, it’s tempting to hoard. This widow teaches us that when we put God first, the “oil and flour” of our lives—our time and energy—somehow never run dry.
5. Mary, Mother of Jesus: The Willing Heart
“Be it unto me according to thy word.” Mary’s life was completely redirected by God’s plan. She accepted a path that was socially terrifying because she trusted the Source.
When life throws you a curveball—a sudden move, a job change, or a new calling—Mary teaches us to say “Yes” to the process, even if we don’t know the ending yet.
6. Hannah: The Power of Persistent Prayer
Hannah’s soul was in deep pain, yet she took that pain directly to the temple. She didn’t let the judgment of others stop her communication with God.
In an age of “toxic positivity,” Hannah shows it’s okay to be real with God. She teaches us that our deepest vulnerabilities can become our greatest spiritual breakthroughs.
7. The Woman at the Well: The First Missionary
She had a complicated past, but after one conversation with Jesus, she left her water pot and ran to tell the whole village.
You don’t have to be perfect to be a leader. This woman teaches us that our “mess” can become our “message.” In 2026, being an “influencer” isn’t about filters; it’s about sharing authentic truth.
8. Sariah: The Silent Pillar
Leaving a comfortable home in Jerusalem for a tent in the wilderness couldn’t have been easy. Sariah dealt with murmuring sons and a visionary husband, yet she kept the family together.
Shout out to the “middle managers” of life—the moms and sisters keeping the peace during family drama. Sariah is proof that your emotional labor is seen and sanctified.
9. Abish: The Catalyst of Faith
Abish was a servant who had been converted for years in secret. When the Lamanite king’s household fell into a trance, she was the one who ran from house to house to gather the people.
Abish represents the “quiet workers.” You might not be the one at the podium, but you are the one making things happen behind the scenes. Your network is your ministry.
10. The Mothers of the 2,000 Stripling Warriors
These women didn’t fight on the front lines, but their testimony was the armor their sons wore. Their children said, “We do not doubt our mothers knew it.”
In our homes today, we are the primary content creators for the next generation. What we say (and what we do) becomes the internal voice our children carry into their own battles.
Your Story is Still Being Written
As we celebrate Women’s Month, remember that you are part of this lineage. You are the “Modern Eve,” the “Modern Esther,” and the “Abish of your neighborhood.”
The world might tell you that you are “just” a woman, but the scriptures tell us that women are the keepers of the flame. Your influence isn’t measured by likes or followers, but by the lives you steady and the faith you foster.
