The Origin of "The Future is Female" – A Subtle Attack on God’s Design for Women and Family
"The Future is Female" – More Than a Slogan?
At first glance, "The Future is Female" may seem like an empowering rallying cry for women. It’s plastered on T-shirts, signs, and social media profiles worldwide, promoting a vision of female strength and independence. But beneath this feel-good slogan lies a subtle and deeply problematic message—a message that runs counter to God’s design for women and family. Originally birthed from radical feminist and lesbian circles, "The Future is Female" didn’t just arise to uplift women; it came with an agenda to redefine womanhood, family, and even society itself.
For Christians, this phrase is more than just a slogan. It’s a glimpse into a larger spiritual war aimed at distorting the identity God has given women and undermining the Biblical family structure. It’s not merely a push for gender equality; it’s a movement toward reshaping womanhood in ways that challenge God’s creation, purpose, and design for women in His Kingdom.
The Labrys Symbol – An Ancient Weapon Repurposed for Modern Feminism
The roots of "The Future is Female" are closely tied to the Labrys—an ancient double-headed axe associated with goddess worship, specifically goddesses of war and power. In Minoan culture, the Labrys was used in religious rituals and often appeared in depictions of warrior goddesses. In the 1970s, lesbian feminist groups adopted this symbol to represent female power and rebellion against patriarchal systems. They sought not just equality but a restructuring of societal norms—rejecting traditional femininity and family roles in favor of self-defined power and identity.
But as Christians, we know that symbols have spiritual weight. The Labrys, symbolizing defiance and self-empowerment, can be seen as a tool in the enemy’s hands, subtly urging women to define themselves apart from God. The use of a goddess’s weapon to empower modern women speaks volumes about the underlying spirit in play. Rather than encouraging women to seek strength in God, it promotes self-reliance and a path that can lead away from His purpose.
Spiritual Warfare: Redefining Womanhood and Family
The enemy’s tactics are often subtle but devastating. In John 10:10, we’re warned that Satan’s mission is to "steal, kill, and destroy." One of his most effective methods is to attack identity—particularly, the God-given identity of women. By promoting slogans like "The Future is Female," he encourages women to root their purpose and identity in secular movements rather than in God’s Word.
The ultimate danger here? This movement doesn’t just seek to uplift women; it aims to redefine what it means to be a woman altogether, often rejecting traditional, God-ordained roles such as wife and mother. It implies that true female power is only found outside the context of a family and that women’s highest calling is to assert independence from any structure—including family—that might “limit” them.
This is a direct attack on God’s design. The Bible is clear about the importance of family and the roles within it. Women are called to be life-bearers, nurturers, and partners within the family structure, roles that are vital and irreplaceable. The push for a future that is "female" rather than family-centered is a push against the very fabric of God’s design for community, marriage, and the nurturing of the next generation.
The Attack on the Godly Family Structure
When movements champion slogans like "The Future is Female," what they're often promoting is a future that excludes or minimizes men, especially in the context of the family. The traditional, Godly family structure—where men and women complement each other as husband and wife, father and mother—is increasingly viewed as outdated, oppressive, and unnecessary. Instead, society is encouraged to embrace "alternative" family structures that prioritize individualism over community and self-expression over sacrificial love.
By sidelining the role of men, this slogan promotes a future where women are encouraged to lead independently, to view men as obstacles rather than partners, and to prioritize personal empowerment over unity in family. This movement subtly twists God’s design by suggesting that a woman’s strength can only be realized when she rejects the roles of wife and mother. Instead of finding her identity in Christ and in God’s unique calling for her, she’s told to pursue empowerment in isolation, breaking away from the family structure.
The enemy knows that when he can disrupt the family, he can disrupt society. A society built on broken families is easier to control, manipulate, and ultimately destroy. So, while "The Future is Female" may seem harmless on the surface, it’s a gateway to a larger agenda: dismantling the family as God intended and weakening the foundation of Christian communities.
How Christian Women Can Respond to This Spiritual War
So, what should we do in response to this? As Christian women, we’re called to be vigilant, discerning, and grounded in God’s truth. Here’s how we can resist the pull of cultural slogans like "The Future is Female" while standing firm in our God-given identity.
Anchor Yourself in God’s Word
Scripture is clear on the value and purpose of women. Proverbs 31 celebrates a woman’s strength, wisdom, and role within the family and community. Ground yourself in the Word so that you’re not swayed by secular messages that seek to redefine womanhood.Reject the Lie of Self-Defined Power
True strength comes from surrender to God, not independence from His design. In Philippians 4:13, Paul writes, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." The world says, "Empower yourself," but God says, "Rely on Me." There’s a huge difference.Celebrate Godly Femininity
Embrace the roles of wife, mother, and nurturer as powerful positions in God’s Kingdom. The world might say that family limits you, but God says the opposite. Reject the idea that family roles are barriers to empowerment; they are avenues for God’s purpose.Strengthen the Godly Family
Support and uplift the Biblical family structure. Recognize that strong families are a testimony of God’s love and power. When we fight for family, we’re fighting for God’s design, a design that Satan is desperate to dismantle.Speak the Truth in Love
Engage with those who may have embraced "The Future is Female" mindset, but do so with love and grace. Share God’s vision for women and family, not in condemnation, but as an invitation to embrace a true identity rooted in Christ.
Reclaiming the Future in God’s Name
At the end of the day, the future doesn’t belong to any slogan. The future belongs to God. As Christian women, let’s be vigilant about the subtle attacks on our identity and the family structure. The phrase "The Future is Female" may sound empowering, but its roots reveal a deep contradiction with God’s design.
True female empowerment isn’t about stepping outside of God’s boundaries; it’s about stepping fully into His calling. Let’s reclaim a future that honors God’s design for men and women, husbands and wives, fathers and mothers. The future isn’t "female"; the future is God’s, and in Him, we have everything we need to fulfill our purpose.
