1 Peter 3:3-4
“Do not let your adornment be merely outward—arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel—rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God.”
I really feel sorry for other men in the world. Back in 1948 I met a girl who was to become my wife some four years later. She was a beauty that made my heart skip each time I was near her. But that was just the outer appearance.
Early this morning, Joyce turned on the light and quietly said that she felt like she might be having a heart attack. In the quiet moments waiting for the paramedics to arrive, she quietly shared her love and that she was prepared to go and be with the Lord if she didn’t make it. It was not the time to argue, but quietly share our love and that each of us knew our hearts were right with the Lord. Praise the Lord! It was not a heart attack and she is back home.
There have been several times this day when I have been all alone and reflected on my wonderful blessing to have a wife like Joyce. Over and over my mind went back to this passage in 1 Peter 3. The words, “Gentle and quiet spirit,” echoed in my mind. She is my idea of what a woman of God should be.
My prayer is that the women who read this will commit themselves to be what God desires a true woman of God to be. Strive to have a gentle and quiet spirit. I urge you husbands to love your wives as Christ loved His church and gave Himself up for her. Tell her of your love and show it by the things you do in her behalf.
Blessings dear hearts. Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
– – – Pastor Cecil
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