I recently attended a funeral for the mother of a friend. The night she fell ill she was heading to church. During the funeral, the preacher told us that prior to leaving the house she had asked a family member, "how's my dress?" This lady was known for always looking her best and for being a fashion pioneer in this area. She made it to church that night, but died a few days later.
The preacher stated that we as Christians ought to ask the same question when it comes to our spiritual garments: how is my "spiritual dress?" Such a powerful question! How do we look in the eyes of the Lord? Are our outfits too tight and "binding" in certain areas - i.e. envy, jealously, unforgiveness? Have we put on the garment of praise? Or are we still cloaked in the spirit of heaviness? Are you wearing your armor today (you know the helmet of salvation, the breastplate of rightousness, etc.)?
The next time you get ready to leave your house and go out into the world representing God's kingdom, ask yourself "how is my dress?" (Remember, God has a great return policy on used garments! No receipt necessary because He's already paid it all! Hallelujah!)
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