Daily Devotional – ‘In His Footstep’
By Kingdom Support Initiatives (KSi)
October 29th 2022

Be Decent and Modest

I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God. I Timothy 2:9-10

Bible Reading: I Timothy 2:9-15;

Although today’s instruction was directed to women, I believe there are lessons to learn for every Christian. It remains me of the children’s bible song on obedience, an important attribute that pleases God. Firstly, it is important we remember that Apostle Paul’s instructions are rooted in love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. Hence, the counsel to Timothy on decency and modesty are important in our walk with God and in our daily living. A friend shared with me how indecent dressing, words, and lifestyle have made some youths suffer. Also, I attended a church a few years ago where seats were arranged based on the economic class of the members, and many persons dressed to intimidate others in the congregation. For Apostle Paul, he was concerned with maintaining law and order in the church of God and among brethren where there are different people, perspectives, and experiences. What we can learn from these instructions is that God loves decency, modesty and godliness. We are to adorn ourselves with good deeds that is appropriate for children of God who profess to worship God.

Furthermore, when we submit to authority in the house of God, there is orderliness and peace. I believe that Paul centred on women because women are builders. No wonder the Bible says “the wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.” (Prov. 14:1). God has given the power to build to women and if our wives and mothers understand this responsibility, these instructions are considered as a guideline in living a godly life. Likewise, men should embrace these instructions because it will enhance deeper understanding in building stronger godly relationships in our homes and in the church of God. Submission is necessary because of orderliness, and someone has to hold the steering of the car. In a Christian home, the wife is to submit to her husband, while the husband is to love his wife. When we understand the depth of these instructions, homes will become free of chaos and disorder, and the church of God will advance. In essence, Paul’s biblical instructions centre on decency, modesty and appropriateness. If obeyed, our lives will experience a great sense of decorum.

Self-Reflection: Are you decent and modest? Are you focused on building inner beauty through good deeds?

Daily Confession: Lord help me to yield to your word both in my home and in your church in Jesus’ name.

Intercessory prayer: I pray for peace and restoration for homes and churches experiencing turmoil in Jesus’ name, amen.

Song: Obedience is the very best way, to show that you believe

Doing exactly what the Lord commands, doing it happily,

Action is the key do it immediately, joy you will receive

Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe