Day 9 "You Are Lovely"
Lovely Strength
Good Morning Beauties!
How are you doing this morning? Here in Minnesota, it was hard to get out of my warm cozy bed. How about you? Is your anticipation of spending time with God greater than your discomfort of leaving a warm bed?
The past two days we looked at the aspects of Majesty and Humility, and today the Lord showed me how Strength is a common denominator in both. We’re strong in the power we’ve been given by the Holy Spirit, and humility takes enormous strength to put others before ourselves, especially the ones we believe are undeserving.
Today is my father’s birthday, and though he’s passed away, I still reflect on his life and our relationship. I was my dad’s “little buddy.” He gave me the role of tomboy and the nickname Poncho Pete. Anything but lovely, feminine, or beautiful. I carried this lie from the enemy for most of my life, and through one of my first 40 Day Journey experiences, finally replaced the lie with God’s truth.
God showed me how I am strong as well as tender, and he led me to a wonderful role model in the Bible. Proverbs 31 paints a beautiful picture of what we always consider “the perfect Godly woman.” Though her character is outstanding, I’m sure she had flaws the writer left out. Despite her imperfections, we can learn so much from her. Though she is said to be “a radiant bride,” if you are not married, please consider that you are the Bride of Christ, and therefore this scripture still applies to you.
Please take a moment to get to know or re-acquaint yourself with her now. Selah.
Yes we are lovely and strong - through Jesus Christ. He is stronger than all our sin, our pain, and the enemy’s lies. Let’s celebrate him today….
Love and Blessings,
Kendra
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”