Reflecting the Character of God
I love pearls. Some women love the bling of diamonds, but pearls speak to me in a way that is simple, classic, and unpretentious. When I read God’s Word, I imagine myself stringing a beautiful pearl necklace with each truth that is revealed.
Psalm 103 is a beautiful Psalm of David that gives me pearls of truth that describe some of His character. In verse eight alone I can add four more precious pearls to my necklace.
It’s been a long day, the kids have been tugging away at you physically and emotionally all day. They’ve been arguing with each other and tattle tailing. What’s your response? When someone crosses the line, commits a wrong against you or a loved one, what do you do? Do you act or react?
It grieves me to admit that sometimes I am more patient with others than I am my own family. My husband can ask me an innocent question and immediately I get defensive, sometimes even angry.
It’s at times like that I need to stop and evaluate my own sinful behavior. He has been so compassionate (merciful) and gracious to me. He’s been ssslllooowww to anger towards me when I blatantly do things that I know grieve Him. And then He tops it off by ABOUNDING in lovingkindness.
What’s abounding out of me today? Am I abounding in lovingkindess to those who maybe are unlovable? Is my first response to a bad situation compassion and grace? Am I slow to anger? If I desire to know His ways and have those ways become my ways, then I need to be consciously aware of my own responses to people and situations.
February is the month of love. I’ve been so blessed by His love. My hearts desire is to be an example of that love to all around me, especially my family.
I think I’ll wear pearls today to remind myself to be compassionate, gracious, slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness. Won’t you join me?
Most gracious and loving Father,
How I stand amazed by You and Your unfailing love towards me. Forgive me for the times I do not reflect your character. Lord, may I be full of compassion and grace, slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness.
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Hmmm. I have not worn my pearls in a long time. Unfortunately, I have worn a sour face and an angry face. I have been short with my husband and with my children. I have not dealt with many things in the way that I should. I have not been respectful of my husband and that certainly affects my children and their attitudes toward their dad. I have a lot to work on.
What would I wear my pearls with today? my sweatpants and sweatshirt? LOL I have to exercise this morning but maybe I will change into something nice after that and put my pearls on too.
Marsha, Great words of encouragement here today. Makes me want to get me some pearls….-blessings, Laurie
My sweet friend, you are a pearl.
Marsha – thank you. I continue to be on a quest to study the nature of God. And you helped confirm that search of my soul today. Blessings~
My anti spam word… LOVE!!!
I too have a problem at times of re-acting and lashing out!
Hummm….I am wearing jeans and a T-shirt today… I think I will dress them up with my pearls!! What a great reminder to share and show God’s glorious Love today and every day!
Another beautiful post sis!
Putting on His pearls. Thank you for the sweet way you wove this necklace idea into the truth of God’s Word. I loved it.
Much love,
Tiffany
Marsha! I loved that post! I mailed Tiffany some pearls yesterday for Valentines! I am like you—I love the soft cool feel of pearls—I love the glisten of their beauty against the harshness of the world.
YOU are a blessing today! Your comment on my blog was such an encouragement! You and Michele have really helped me tremendously these past months!
Love you dearly!
I like how you made emphasis on the word “slow.”
What’s abounding out of me today?—This is an excellent question to ask each day. Thanks for the wonderful post. God bless you.
Thank you for these precious pearls of wisdom! Great reminder!
Thank you for sharing this Marsha. Now when I wear pearls I will remember your words of wisdom.