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too small or too out of date.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or out-of-date.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 48 years and are blessed with 8 grandchildren. She serves
Oakwood on the prayer chain and with Family Promise.
