DCLM Daily Manna 24 February 2025 — Godly Adornment
DCLM Daily Manna 24 February 2025 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Godly Adornment
TOPIC: Godly Adornment (DCLM Daily Manna 24 February 2025)
KEY VERSE: “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works” (1 Timothy 2:9,10).
TEXT: 1 Timothy 2:9-11 (KJV)
9 In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array;
10 But (which becometh women professing godliness) with good works.
11 Let the woman learn in silence with all subjection.
DCLM Daily Manna For Today MESSAGE:
Illustration Exchange related the advice that the boxing legend, Mohammed Ali, gave his daughter thus: “Hana, everything that God made valuable in the world is covered and hard to get to. Where do you find diamonds? Deep down in the ground, covered and protected. Where do you find pearls? Deep down at the bottom of the ocean, covered up and protected in a beautiful shell. Where do you find gold? Way down in the mine, covered over with layers and layers of rock. You’ve got to work hard to get to them.” After sharing these thoughts with his daughters, he then said, “Your body is sacred. You’re far more precious than diamonds and pearls…”
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It is often expected that those who profess grace must possess gracious comportment. Adorning godly apparel by Christian women expresses a clear understanding and appreciation of their body as the gift of God designed for His glory. To this end, modesty in clothing and appearance defines Christian dressing and comportment. Shamefacedness in apparel suggests the neatness of clothing that covers one’s nakedness. Sobriety decries loudness and glamour in dressing. It is an emphasis on quietness that does not call attention to itself.
The excerpt from Christian Values Quarterly discusses the importance of godly women reflecting on their clothing choices to promote holiness within the Church of Christ. It emphasises the need to avoid worldly adornments that can lead to pride, envy, and carnal competition among believers. The passage references Paul the apostle’s counsel to avoid causing others to stumble or be offended. It highlights the importance of strong conviction and spiritual backbone to resist the influence of worldliness in both attitude and appearance.
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The focus is on promoting the glory of God in all aspects of one’s life, including clothing choices. The passage urges believers to prioritise their heavenly citizenship and avoid conforming to the transient trends of the world. Ultimately, the message encourages thoughtful consideration of how one’s outward appearance and lifestyle reflect their commitment to holiness and godliness.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
Your outward appearance expresses your inward condition.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
Luke 20-21
Deeper Life Daily Manna For Today 2025 was written by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
