"A cynical ancient writer said, "The things for which a woman longs are adornments." Other ancient proverbs claim that "a woman's thought is only for her beauty" and the "woman of sixty, the same as the girl of six, runs to the sound of the timbrel." It is true women are concerned about appearance, and this is one of the reasons men appreciate them.
Peter warns women about excessive attention to appearance: 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).
A popular television commercial depicted a husband saying to his wife, "You're not getting older, you're getting better." This is true also of the wise woman who gives more attention to developing a beautiful spirit than a beautiful body. It is interesting that many men who stray from the marriage bed are attracted to women not nearly as physically beautiful as their wives. This demonstrates that the spiritual element is of prime importance in marriage. Thus the wise woman, while not neglecting her outward appearance, will pay more attention to making her inner person beautiful. Then, when the wrinkles appear and the body weakens, her love and security will grow stronger.
You should clothe yourselves instead with the beauty that comes from within, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is so precious to God."
1. Thank You, Lord, for giving me people with inner beauty. Thank You that You help me look into the hearts of people.
2. Hallelujah for the first sign language class!
3. Praise God for allowing me to bring a friend in church!
