A Girl Worth Choosing

1 Peter 3: 3-4

Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.

Good afternoon dear ones!   I love this scripture and often read it and think, how can I have a gentle and quiet spirit?  I believe that as we give our lives over to the Lord, He refines us into what He would like us to be.  This verse says that a gentle and quiet spirit is of great worth in God's sight, so if we are living for Him, He will help you to have the right spirit.

In this day where outward adornment seems to be the most important thing for many, this verse can be challenging.  In light of selfies and the social media craze, everyone wants to look their best, even if it is fake and not representative of who we truly are.  There is a better way.

Yes, we want to look our best, and there is nothing wrong with styling your hair and wearing nice (and modest) clothing, but it must not become a matter of attention-getting and pride.  This verse is telling us that what is really important is our spirit.  What is inside us, in our heart.

Have you ever seen a lady who radiates beauty from within?  She has a glow and confidence that only comes from a relationship with Christ.  She has dignity and is not going to compromise in order to please others.  Whether it be in the way she dresses, cares for herself or speaks, she always aspires to do what is right so that she can be blameless in God's sight.  There is no beauty that is more magnificent than this.  

Just remember, anytime you make up your mind that God is able to help you achieve the goals you set in life, the world is going to put pressure on you to compromise.  Maybe, you decide to dress more modestly, then a friend comes along and tells you it's weird to worry about that kind of thing.  Or...you decide to keep your chastity until marriage, and a friend tells you that is old fashioned.  This is when you have to muster all of your courage and be an example to your friends.  Stand your ground as it pertains to your character and integrity, and they will respect you for it. 

It isn't easy, and sometimes you have to be the outcast for a while, but in the long run, people will see your good behavior and want to know what's different about you.  That is something most people are seeking and don't even know it.  So, stand firm in your convictions (a firmly held belief or opinion) and ALWAYS follow what Christ wants for your life.  

You will never be disappointed!

FYI:  If you're looking for cute modest outfits, Pinterest has so many.  Just type in "Modest Clothing" in the search bar or even "Apostolic Outfits".  These tend to be long skirts, but so cute.

Many blessings,

Kim

 

The Theology of Girls

Dear Young Ladies,

This world will say you must fight to get what you want.  I believe God wants us to "fight" in a different way.  We don't fight the way the world fights.  Ephesians 6:12 says:

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

All this means is, we fight in prayer and with the word of God!

In this time of BLM, Antifa, feminists shaking their fists at the cameras, shaking their rear ends at the camera on Snapchat, Instagram, etc., young ladies need to determine if this is the kind of weapon they want to yield or if God's way is better.

God says that women of noble character are worth far more than rubies.  Can you imagine that?  In Proverbs 31, we are given a glimpse at a Godly woman.  I know that this chapter has been overused to some extent as the example of the perfect woman, but let's take a look at it closely.  I believe that if we aspire to please God, we will always be on the right path. You can't go wrong.

A godly young woman is not a doormat who sits idly at home filing her nails or waiting for her prince charming.  No, she is a woman of action.  In Proverbs 31, it says she works eagerly, she gets up early, she buys and sells, she speaks wisdom, not foolishness.  Her charm is not her beauty but her "fear of the Lord".  This "fear" means deep respect and honor.  You see, her charm is not being pretty, it is her heart for the Lord.

In this video, the pastor discusses, "The Theology of Girls".  I know it may seem a little long, but he will say many important things about young ladies and women of God.  Please don't get offended.  He speaks a lot of truth.  

When he speaks about a young lady being "polished", please remember that he is referring to character more than looks!!

 

Just remember, Jesus values women highly.  In the days when Jesus walked the earth, women were treated as second class citizens, but with Him, women had equal value with men.  

We don't act like men, but we are equal to men.  Our God-given traits are different than men, but we each have a role to play.  

Dear young ladies, I urge you to research these scriptures.  They will help you to see the traits we can possess to honor God:

1 Corinthians 9:27

Thessalonians 4:3

Romans 13:14

With love,

Kim

 

A Simpler Time

Sometimes I wish I would have lived in the Victorian or Edwardian Era!  It seemed so sweet and innocent, and young ladies were taught (for the most part) to have character and integrity.

Men or boys had to ask permission from the Dad to "court" or date the daughter and they were not usually allowed to be alone without a chaperone.  Some of you probably think that would be horrible, but was it?

I believe this dedication to purity saved these young ladies much sorrow when they grew older.  Less regrets.  

I'm not saying that if you have fallen short of God's Glory as it pertains to sexual purity that you are damaged goods and no longer loved by God.  He loves you and wants the best for your life.  

If you have made a mistake as it pertains to your purity before God, go to Him and ask for forgiveness.  But...then you must turn  from your ways and walk according to God's plan for your life.  You can make a change midstream in your life.  God is always faithful to help you through any challenge and to wash you white as snow.

Isaiah 1:18

Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

Isn't that good to know?  He will set you on a new path, one where you can reclaim your innocence.  

There is a series called Anne of Green Gables set in the late 1800's/early 1900's that is so fun to watch.  I for those days long past, and this series is so sweet.  Here is the best version that I have found.  There are multiple versions out there, but this one is by far the best.  

    

Such a sweet show, and the Sequel and Continuing Story as just as good.  Hope you can watch it some time and enjoy an escape from the culture of today!