Title
Beauty Is a Choice
Scripture
As a ring of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a lovely woman who lacks discretion.
(Proverbs 11:22)
Devotional
Of all God’s creation, there is none more beautiful than a godly woman. Her beauty is not merely external, but rather radiates from within. A godly woman’s presence demands dignity. She carries herself with the strength of gentleness. The softness of her quiet behavior wins the hardest of hearts and the beauty of her submissiveness stills the angry man.
Nevertheless, no matter how attractive her form, if she lacks prudence, her beauty is in vain. Instead of softening the hardest of hearts she will entice lust. Instead of a quiet and gentle spirit there will be arrogant pride. Therefore, discretion is the key to unlock the beauty of the godly woman. Proverbs also says, “Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.”(1) However, there is a way to preserve beauty. Proverbs furthermore declares, “Discretion will preserve you.”(2) Therefore, beauty is chosen through discretion.
(1) Proverbs 31:30, (2) Proverbs 2:11
Text For The Day
Proverbs 11:22: As a ring of gold in a swine’s snout, so is a lovely woman who lacks discretion.
Thought For The Day
“People are like stained glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out. But in the darkness, beauty is seen only if there is a light within.” Unknown
Questions To Ponder
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We may not have anything to do with how we were born, but do we not have a choice with regard to how we present ourselves?
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With regard to external and internal: which beauty is the most important to you, and which is most important to God?
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How can your beauty be enhanced?
Morning Study Guide
Defining: It has been rightfully said, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” God, the Father, is the ultimate Beholder.
Referencing: “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,” 1 Peter 3:3-4.
Applying: Package yourself well; however, make sure that the content is the true source of your beauty.