CULTIVATE GODLY QUALITIES

 Modesty is another quality that all mature Christians need. The Bible says that "wisdom is with the modest ones." (Proverbs 11:2) Esther was a modest, godly woman. Her modesty protected her from acting presumptuously. She listened to the advice of her older cousin Mordecai and followed it. (Esther 2:10,20, 22) You can demonstrate similar modesty by seeking out and applying good advice. - TITUS 2:3-5.

Esther showed modesty in another way. She was "beautifully formed and attractive in appearance"; yet, she did not draw undue attention to herself. (Esther 2:7, 15) How can a Christian woman benefit from Esther's example? One way is highlighted at I Timothy 2:9, 10 (Read). The apostle Paul instructed Christian women to dress with modesty and soundness of mind. The Greek word used her suggest that a Christian woman's dress would be respectable and would show consideration for the feelings or opinions of others. How we admire our mature Christian sisters for dressing modestly!

Discernment is another quality that all mature Christian sisters demonstrate. What is discernment? It is the good judgment-the ability to tell right from wrong and then to choose the wise course.  Consider the example of Abigail.  Her husband made a bad decision that was going to have a serious impact on his entire household. Abigail took immediate action. Her good judgment saved lives. (1 Samuel 25:14-23, 32-35) Discernment also helps us to know when to speak and when to keep silent. And it helps us to maintain balance when showing personal interest in others. - 1 THESSALONIANS 4:11, 

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