Changed Three Times Before I Left the House
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“Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience” (Colossians 3:12).
Mary and I were discussing clothes and how they can make you feel good about yourself or not. I told her that sometimes I change my outfit three times before leaving for an appointment or dinner engagement. She laughed and said, “You too”?
We also talked about some of the embarrassing moments we have had by being over – dressed or under – dressed. That happened to me not long ago. We were asked to a black – tie evening event. Marvin rented a black tux and looked incredibly handsome. I don’t own a long, dark dress, so I wore a lemon colored suit. It was a great suit and was perfect for summer weddings, but not for a formal evening event. Because we were in another city, I couldn’t change into something else. That was all I had.
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When I walked into the room, I felt like a sore thumb. My husband assured me I looked great, but I knew I was not dressed properly for this event. I made it through the evening, but was terribly self – conscious.
The Bible tells us in Colossians 3:12 how to clothe ourselves inwardly with tenderhearted mercy, with kindness, with humility, with gentleness and with patience. I am so grateful that when I allow the Holy Spirit to direct my life, He produces those traits because they don’t come naturally to us. (Galatians 5:22 – 23)
What part of your spiritual wardrobe are you missing today? Don’t leave the house under – dressed. Ask the Holy Spirit to clothe you with all the traits of Colossians 3:12. You will look great because they will shine through.
Father, we ask You to clothe us with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. As Your holy people, we don’t want to be underdressed. Amen.
Questions: Are you appropriately dressed in your spiritual wardrobe? Is something missing? Ask the Holy Spirit to dress you in the wardrobe mentioned in Colossians 3:12.
About the author Katherine Kehler
La, may I concur with your thoughts? It’s like you were reading my mind. Praise be to God.
thank you
As I mature more and walk daly w/ the Lord, I’m aware that everything comes easier. The less I think about minor things (such as how to dress), the easier those things become. I never thought about something even like the clothes I wear can be humbling. God wants everything to be perfect, and that might even be how he dresses us~ His Temple. I suppose that could be why even my outfits have become easier. As I grow closer in the The Holy Spirit; He simplifies. Wow.