Clothe yourself

"Clothe yourself" By Diane Webb

Luke 12: 23—"The life is more than meat, and the body is more than raiment."

Your life is more than the effort to obtain nourishment and more than the food you eat. You body is more than the clothes you put on or the way you look. These things are earthly—of the flesh—and in the long run are not important at all. The real food is the spiritual food of the Holy Spirit and the word of God. This food is the bread of life promised by Jesus. His spiritual food will give eternal life. As you feed your spirit with the word of God you will become more and more full with the Holy Spirit. You will grow in your spiritual body and knowledge of Christ and the kingdom of God. Your material clothes are temporary. They will fade, tear, and eventually wear out. Clothe yourself instead with the garments of righteousness and praise. Live your life in accordance to God's will and thank him constantly for all he has done for you and your family. Let the words of your mouth glorify him and set you apart from the world. Let your righteousness be what everyone sees and notices about you. This is what really counts.

Dear Heavenly Father, forgive me for over focusing on food, clothes, and other material things. Help me keep my eyes and mind on you and your kingdom instead. Help me write your scripture on my heart. Fill me with the Holy Spirit. Help me clothe myself with righteousness. I pray in Jesus' name, Amen.