The Designer’s
Wardrobe
By Vernette Kureck
“She is clothed with
strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
Proverbs
31: 25 (NIV)
After a long cold winter, it is time to open
up the closet, clean out the drawers, and get ready for spring. I
sort through my clothes and determine what is too old or too small or too out
of date. Some articles of clothing have fond memories attached to them. Some
are just fun to wear. But because of my lifestyle, most are just everyday
regular women’s casual wear. So, how should I dress? I felt led to check out
the Word.
“She is clothed with strength and dignity.”
How do you fold that in a drawer or drape it on a hanger?! Strength is the
quality of being able to withstand the application of force without yielding or
breaking. That sounds like a physical workout, but in reality, it is both
physical and spiritual exercise resulting in a steady composure. Dignity is a
manner of serenity; a state of honor and worthiness. That sounds like I hold a
high rank or position. Well, I am the daughter of THE
King! So, how should I dress?
Colossians 3:12-14(NIV) says, “Therefore, as
God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion,
kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other
and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as
the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them
all together in perfect unity.” In other words, demonstrate pity for the
suffering or distress of another with the desire to help, while being modest
and humble. Be gentle, considerate, goodhearted, mild and amiable. Be this way
while also being capable of awaiting results with tranquility and uncomplaining
endurance. Cease to blame and grant pardon to those who have offended you.
Cover yourself with God’s love and experience harmony and mutual understanding.
So, this is how I should dress. The beauty of
this Holy Spirit-designed wardrobe is it never gets too old, outgrown or
out-of-date. And it is perfect for every occasion, dress or casual. Yes, it’s a
good time to evaluate just what I have been wearing and ask the Holy Spirit to
do His spring cleaning…and to make sure His designer wardrobe is never packed
in a drawer or draped on a hanger.
GOING DEEPER:
1. What are you wearing that identifies you as
a daughter of the King? We are all works in progress so pray that the Holy
Spirit will reveal what you need to cast off and what you need to put on.
FURTHER READING:
Vernette
and her husband Ken have been married 46 years. Their two married sons have
blessed them with eight grandchildren.
