I've thought about this a lot on good and bad days, and my Savior keeps drawing me back to continue growth in the meek, quiet, humble, -did I mention quiet woman who is so precious in His sight.
He looks at a meek and quiet spirit as very precious.1 Peter 3:4
"But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price."
I'm not always perfect, obviously, I have so many mess ups, but as I grow older, I've started to feel those nudges. "That shhh, or that... walk away from that person and don't say a word, or that... get off of social media, or that "Just listen to your husband". It's a work and a growth in progress. That "Shh, you don't and the world doesn't need to hear your opinion! Shhh, I will have justice says the Lord Almighty, you only need to be silent and still."
Anyways, I humbly had one of those moments today. I erased a post, thought it a good thing I didn't emotionally rant on Facebook because I'm off, and just listened to the Holy Spirit. I actually changed my post to a new one.
And I thought, God has given me a great ministry. I am to be a meek, quiet, and gentle wife who loves my husband and supports my children. God has blessed this and will bless this. In the quiet of my home, my arms are the strength behind our family's backbone, especially our children's, not just my husbands. If it wasn't for my influence, as well as his, their church experience, educational experiences, life experiences, would not be the same. I hold such a strong sway to keep my home together.
Sure, my husband has a huge load and is accountable to God no matter what. Shriek if he isn't following God (which he is) because God is no respecter of persons. But a woman also builds her home.
Anyways, as I get older and raise my family, I have had this wisdom impressed on my heart. For so long I've had so many opinions instead of maybe just being that friend to listen. I can have my opinions, and keep them hidden and quiet, while still being a friend, speaking only if the Holy Spirit leads.
Life is hard. I'm glad I have Jesus by my side.
Blessings to you. And mama and wife, you are a great price. You are of great value to your family. Unseen, hidden from society maybe, but your hands rocked that cradle, your breasts nursed that child, your marriage is the bedrock of that example to your children in following Christ. God is so intimate isn't He? He often referes to Himself as a nursing mother, did you know that? God thinks children are beautiful. They are not the only gift of His, but they sure humble you and draw you closer to His presence. He wants to nurture us women into His nature and glory.
He is gentle, kind, meek, lowly. Lord Jesus help me. This is I pray. To follow your example day by day.
Briana
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