God is not concerned with our outward appearance as much as He is with our heart, dear ladies. We are to inwardly reflect a beauty and warmth that can only come from the mirror of His word.
I know a woman who goes unloved by her family because of her bitter and abusive soul. Although she is quite beautiful, she is unattractive. She wears the right clothing, covers herself in the proper places, and understands the Bible with her head and not her heart.
The husband does not show this woman any form of affection because of pain and disillusionment. The children make great efforts to stay away from harsh lectures and confusing mood swings. She is not trusted; her children do not feel safe or loved.
The pain that penetrates this woman's life seems unbearable, but the saddest part is that all she has to do is make a choice to believe God.
Look at yourself through the mirror of God's word and believe that You Are Beautiful. Once you believe, He will take your ashes and exchange them for something of beauty.
To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.
Isaiah 61:3
Thank you for this lovely reminder, Miss Jasmine. I always think how I need to teach my children to take their 'head knowledge' of the Word and make it 'heart knowledge.' This just reminds me that the best way to that is by example.
ReplyDeleteThis post is BEAUTIFUL and love all the truth shared here :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Renee. Hoping you are enjoying a beautiful winter.
ReplyDeleteGail, you're so welcome.
ReplyDeletebeautifully said Miss Jasmine.....
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