Isaiah 61:9-10 NIV Their descendants will be known among the nations and their offspring among the peoples. All who see them will acknowledge that they are a people the LORD has blessed. I delight greatly in the LORD; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of his righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

It’s the time of year for costumes and dress up. I know the kids enjoy it, but I think some of the parents enjoy it more! Whether it is a costume or putting them in their “Sunday best” I think most parents enjoy dressing up their kids and showing them off.

The prophet Isaiah was telling the Israelites that God had plans to restore them and shine His glory on them. He would dress them in salvation and righteousness, and they would appear as well-dressed and bejeweled as a wedding couple!

God wants to do the same for us. Our outward appearance may not be important to Him, but He desires that our hearts be decked out in the finest He can offer. “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 NIV.

-Kevi

 

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