Being A Woman of God

[Willow]

So I am curious as to some demographics here.

Since I believe being a Godly woman is for everyone, I think the answers given very much reflect ones situation in life. A single woman will be learning a few different things from a married woman, that say a divorced woman could have perspective on. See what I mean?

I am studying the ever increasing need to be a Godly woman, not just in life, but in today's culture/society/generation. If/when I get the privilege of being married and having children, I want to be the best wife and mother God would have me be. If I get to remain single, I need to be gifted and used the way God would have me.

Either way, what does being a Godly woman mean to you!!

Guys - I welcome your opinions! You will be my next topic!

[Faith1]

Hi HisGirl,

Well I clicked on 'separated/divorced' because that is what I am about to be. Divorced for the 2nd time

The Lord is teaching me much in being godly. Some may say, "well how can you be godly if you have been/will be divorced 2x"?

Well we can be. By learning at the feet of Christ. I am a great believer in Romans 8:28 and I have learnt much from my trials failures pain and hurt and I have much more to learn Amen!

I use to think that being godly meant that you did not sin and you did everything the 'right way' and of course that is true God desires us not to sin against Him and our fellow man/woman. However I also believe now that godliness starts from within, which will as we learn be manifested without.

It surely is not my intention to be divorced 2x but every person has the freedom to choose and make a decision and we are to respect anothers choice.

Sheeeeeesh what's wrong with her being divorced 2x she must have a problem...I have heard this said about me, yet I leave those kinda comments to our Father. He knows me and He knows all the details of what happened and He desires me to continue on looking to Him the Author and Finisher of my Faith. Amen

In Christ

Faith1

[sagz4Christ]

Well, I am not a woman, so I don't have too much to say I suppose, but if you are really searching this out, you would do well to read Proverbs 31. It deals exclusively with what a godly woman looks like. Though the proverb deals with a married woman, I believe there are tremendous principles to learn as a single woman in that proverb. My fiancee' would probably be able to answer you better, but she doesn't post on these things.

(she is like me in that she gets frustrated and is prone to lose her temper when people post silly things like what has been going around lately!)

I love her with all my strength (as I love Christ, and He loves the church). Though I have to admit that I don't always know the best, most loving way to show her. I suspect that is what growing together is all about though.

I commend you in your quest to better reflect Christ in your life. I pray that He will bless your search.

~your servant in Christ

[Guest shadow2b]

-------she is like me in that she gets frustrated and is prone to lose her temper when people post silly things like what has been going around lately!)

SURELY YOU JEST BROTHER?????DO YOU MEAN THAT A BORN-AGAIN-BLOOD-BOUGHT-BIBLE-BELIEVING-CHILD OF GOD LOSES THEIR TEMPER????oCCASIONALLY????sheeeeesssshhhhh-----

AND I THOUGhT I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT DID THAT---WHAT A RELIEF-----

SO IT COULD BE SAID----DR.PEPPER IS NOT THE PAUSE THAT REFRESHES

NOR IS ALKA-SELTZER SPELLED----R-E-L-I-E-F-

THANKS A---B-U-N-C-H-----B-R-O-T-H-E-R-

[IslandRose]

Yes sagz,

Proverbs 31 is a great place to read no matter what your marital situation, because it shows a woman who loves God, loves her family, is industrious in her home, and is a smart busines woman. Another simple statement which packs a punch is in 1 Peter 3:4...a meek and quiet spirit , which is in the sight of God of great price. Remember meek doesn't mean being a doormat. Meek means "strength under control." In our lives, it should be under the control of the Holy Spirit.

IR :il:

[Guest dove2]

Hi HisGirl,

Well I clicked on 'separated/divorced' because that is what I am about to be. Divorced for the 2nd time

The Lord is teaching me much in being godly. Some may say, "well how can you be godly if you have been/will be divorced 2x"?

Well we can be. By learning at the feet of Christ. I am a great believer in Romans 8:28 and I have learnt much from my trials failures pain and hurt and I have much more to learn Amen!

I use to think that being godly meant that you did not sin and you did everything the 'right way' and of course that is true God desires us not to sin against Him and our fellow man/woman. However I also believe now that godliness starts from within, which will as we learn be manifested without.

It surely is not my intention to be divorced 2x but every person has the freedom to choose and make a decision and we are to respect anothers choice.

Sheeeeeesh what's wrong with her being divorced 2x she must have a problem...I have heard this said about me, yet I leave those kinda comments to our Father. He knows me and He knows all the details of what happened and He desires me to continue on looking to Him the Author and Finisher of my Faith. Amen

In Christ

Faith1

Amen Faith, what a great post. Yes, I know you to be a very Godly woman.

[Guest dove2]

Yes sagz,

Proverbs 31 is a great place to read no matter what your marital situation, because it shows a woman who loves God, loves her family, is industrious in her home, and is a smart busines woman. Another simple statement which packs a punch is in 1 Peter 3:4...a meek and quiet spirit , which is in the sight of God of great price. Remember meek doesn't mean being a doormat. Meek means "strength under control." In our lives, it should be under the control of the Holy Spirit.

IR :il:

Amen IR. I can't add anything better to that.

[Willow]

This is great guys! I was really wondering more for the younger ones who view this, as I find so many girls struggle with the same old questions and there are getting to be fewer Godly influences thru the generations who can speak into these girls lives and encourage them on to being in the likeness of Christ. I can give my opinions and bible verses (Proverbs 31 is of course a solid point for women to learn from), but there is something to be said for personal experiences.

I am just looking for perspectives here. Your triumphs (and failures) are the grounds for which others can learn and grow. I have married couples asking me for advice and I think to myself - what has qualified me to answer these questions? I have never even dated someone!

But, I have had friendships, heartache, losses and gains. I have made the observation of people a learning tool, not just something that happens. And I have observed my parents. If you look around, you will find all kinds of situations to learn from. So that's what I am looking for. If you want to share......

(thanks for all who have shared so far!! )

[Guest LadyC]

i've really tried to avoid this thread.

most of the time, my definition of what a godly woman should be is everything that i'm not. i'm not meek, i'm not quiet, i'm not industrious around the house, i'm not business minded. in fact, i only became modest in appearance when i began getting flabby! i don't set the greatest example for my daughters.

but i do love my Lord, and i do love my family, and i do try to be submissive to my husband in a Godly manner.

"Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand."

that just about sums me up.... thank God for His grace!

[ColleenLovesMischief]

Amen LadyC I have to agree I am the same way