The Deborah Anointing
Written By: Michelle McClain Waters
Part 2. Introduction
Keys to activating the Deborah anointing
• Strategic intercessor—Develop a listening ear in the presence of the Lord, and pray toward the fulfillment of the plans the Lord shares with you.
• Judge—Develop a love and compassion for the people to whom you are sent. Deborah had a deep love for the people of Israel, which she demonstrated as she sat under the palm tree patiently mediating disputes and bringing order and justice to the lives of people miserably oppressed by the cruel government.
• Prophetess—Operate in a heavenly dimension of a spirit of wisdom and revelation. Deborah did this well, and it was almost as if God had supernaturally implanted a divine compass in her, always guiding her to Him.
• Mother—Deborah’s unique, maternal leadership style extended from the common man to the commonwealth. She had a gathering grace that caused men, women, commanders, and rulers to voluntarily enlist in the army of God. Maternal instinct must return to the earth. We need to pray and decree that young women will develop the heart of a mother once again. Older women must teach the younger women. There must be focused prayer and deliverance against hardness of heart among women in the younger generation.
Deliverer/military strategist—The Lord literally dropped a clear prophetic word to summon Barak, the Israeli commander, to rally the troops for battle against insurmountable odds. Although we are not always facing natural battles, as modern-day Deborahs we must cultivate a spirit of prophetic prayer that will enable us to pray accurate and strategic prayers that will cause us to know God’s spiritual battle plan. Agitator—To stir up or excite public discussion with the goal of producing change, Deborah stirred up Israel’s concern about its low spiritual condition. She did more than just prophesy; she aroused a nation from its lethargy and despair. Modern-day Deborahs will do the same through digital media, books, television/radio broadcasts, and various forums to raise public awareness for the issues that matter to God and bring healing and empowerment to His people. Worshipping warrior—Remain in the presence of the Lord through worship, Bible study, and prayer. For Deborah, worship was the source of her strength. She found peace and power in the presence of the Lord.
Hindrances to the Deborah anointing
• Fear—Women must be bold and courageous. We cannot operate as Deborahs when we fear men in authority or controversy. God is empowering women to break through many barriers and overcome obstacles set up by the devil to derail them from their God-given destinies. Fearless and humble, women will be co-laborers with Him and with men in redeeming and restoring humanity and the earth.
• Harsh speaking, aggressiveness, cold-heartedness, Jezebel-like nature—Deborah means “honeybee.” God is raising up women who have the sting of the bee, deadly to the enemy, yet they will speak sweet and compassionate words of wisdom to those who are in need.
Modern-day Deborahs will be bold but not brazen like Jezebel. Slumber and ministry burnout—Deborah declares in Judges 5:12: “Awake, awake, Deborah! Awake, awake, and sing a song!” Many times when dealing with oppressed people, there can be a sense of feeling overwhelmed and hopelessness. Those who have a Deborah anointing will have an anointing to encourage themselves in the Lord through worship. Deborah demonstrates the possibility of what can happen with any woman today who will allow the Spirit of God to fill and form her life for kingdom purposes. Deborah was a woman used by God to voice His judgment and His prophecy and to spark one of the greatest revivals in history. Women are arising and influencing the world in a way they have never done before. We must be prepared and positioned properly.
Awake! Awake! Deborah!
Will you allow the Holy Spirit to shape and mold you into a leader—whatever the level of authority and capacity—who fits into His perfect will? Will you be trained in the art of intercession and activated in the prophetic to hear and release the word of the Lord to your generation? Will you be a willing leader for God today? Whatever your sphere of influence—at your job, in your home, or at church—will you accept the challenge to stand for God’s ways and encourage others to do the same? If your answer is yes, make the following declaration, then join me in the pages that follow to learn how you can embrace the call to be a modern-day Deborah on this earth.
Lord, I pray that You will awaken me to the call You have for my life. Remove any bondage of fear from my heart and mind. Let Your wisdom and courage rest upon me. Awaken me from slumber. Let me walk circumspectly in this hour. I loose myself from passivity and apathy. Let me be alert to Your voice. Let me be aware of Your purpose. I thank You, Lord, that You are an extraordinary God and You will accomplish extraordinary things through me.
I release myself from self-imposed limitations. I break every limitation that the enemy has placed upon my life and has kept me from meeting my full potential. No longer will I be deceived and trapped by the traditions and opinions of men. For I was created for greatness! I was created to be God’s glory carrier throughout the earth. I will arise and be radiant with the glory of the Lord. I will be a beaming lighthouse of hope for many who sit in gross darkness.
Lord, give me words of wisdom that will guide and influence many. I will not remain silent! I break every demonic conspiracy designed to keep me silent! I won’t let past failures and disappointments keep me silent. I will open my mouth wide, and God, You will fill it. God, give me ideas, insight, and concepts to bring deliverance to many.
You have anointed me to impart grace to those in my sphere of influence. The words that I speak will release life to a hurting generation. I am not in this world by chance. I’m not in this decade by chance. I’m not reading this book by chance. I am a modern-day Deborah! I stir up and activate the Deborah anointing through this prayer and declaration. In the name of Jesus, amen.
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