I was browsing through my Bible Promise Book today and I found this verse:
"Guide older women into lives of reverence so they end up as neither gossips nor drunks, but models of goodness. By looking at them, the younger women will know how to love their husbands and children, be virtuous and pure, keep a good house, be good wives. We don't want anyone looking down on God's Message because of their behavior." Titus 2:3-5 (The Message)
I started thinking about all the Titus 2 women in my life that are helping me become a good wife and mother. I am so thankful for each one of them. Each week, I have the privilege of meeting with a few of them and exercising. This has been a great experience for me, and not only am I getting healthy physically, I am getting healthy spiritually via their advice and counsel. I am also honored with a place in a diverse group of women that all used to be a part of FCC. Recently, when a tragedy struck in the life among one of us, we all came together and rallied around our friend. It was a beautiful and moving reflection of Godly love. Through all of this, I am learning, growing, and taking in all I can from these wonderful women. It is my greatest hope that one day I will be a strong, loving, wise, Titus 2 woman too.
I've been thinking about that alot this week too. Mrs. Shirley made a comment that "Friends are such a soft place to fall". It's so true and I'm so thankful to have an amazing group of women who love and support each other. In the midst of it all, it was encouraging to know that we have that same place to fall should we ever need it. What a blessing.
ReplyDeleteAnd you, Holly, with your fierceness of love and friendship, are an amazing young woman. You encourage and challenge me, even if I am older than you. I have no doubt that generations of women will benefit from your love and wisdom. I love you!
Holly, this brought tears to my eyes, and joy to my heart. I was also touched by the amazing group of women who are truly there for each other. I so easily remember you as a young girl, with the joy of the Lord on you even then! I remember the times we would chat after children's church.
ReplyDeleteI am in awe of you and your ministry and touch in this world! You are simply amazing! You're beautiful inside out! Thanks so much for sharing your talents and gifts, but most of all for sharing your heart!
Hugs from my heart,
Jeanette