Ladies Meeting

2 April 2011

Gaynor Richter

Rare and beautiful treasures
Picture of a tree with bark stripped off, by the elephants, who are devastating the areas. Some trees need it and prepares us for new growth. Prov 24:3,4 The treasure revealed and the lifestyle pleasing to God. We are the rare and beautiful treasures, in God’s house. God is well pleased with us for who we are not what we do. We just need to love him. We don’t need to prove ourselves as woman. Gen 1:27 we are made in God’s image and likeness. We don’t want to bring witch craft into the home through trying to control our husbands.

Home
Our homes are pivotal to the community functioning. The core of love, laughter, respect, generousity and servant hood.
Is 33:6 What history do we have to remember. It’s good to remind ourselves of where we have come from. But don’t live there. Our homes are to be a treasure to be displayed for the community. Don’t rob the community. We can never out give God. Hospitality is a gift we are given is that we can give.
Phil1v6.
2 Timothy
Knowing that you will do even more then what is asked of you. Don’t just do the bear minimum that is how we refresh each other. That is where we step into the supernatural realm. That is where God dwells. We need to trust Him and take one step more. Serve one another in friendship and relationship without gossiping and murmuring. We are quick to listen and slow to speak. We need to be good listeners.

How do I understand and work with my heavenly Father and know where I fit in. Like a puzzle where there is one piece missing. We all have a part to play. We need to be doing our part.
How do I function in this
1- Be aware that we are as he created us to be. Settle our overall image in God.
2- I am a good friend and take friendship very seriously. You can trust that friendship, not to take advantage. Able to address the areas that can be harmful to us. We are secure and know that we are not going to break that friendship. Know that life is going to throw you a curve ball every now and again. Deal with it.
3- A companion equal with our husbands not there to change him, communication is the key. We are still a mystery to our husbands keep it that way.
4- Pro 11:16 Be gracious, in femininity, serving, loving. What idols have we made in our lives that can do nothing for us? What do you do with your time?
5- Discreet, Pro 11:21 about who we talk to and what we are discussing. Beware the enemy is listening.
6- Pro 12:4 we are the crown of our husbands, lay hold of the Word of God for you even is your spouse is not making you feel that way.
7- Careful, Pro 9:1-6 Don’t be ruled by your emotions. We can’t be on edge all the time. Control your emotions
8- We must not be the contentious Wife where everything is an issue for you. Put the blame where it belongs on yourself. We need to be an asset for people.

Worthy of praise
Ruth What is God and others saying about you. Our testimony must go before us. We need to create an atmosphere in the presence of God. Quick to repent.
• Be cautious to avoid the characteristics of a seductress. Show no intention towards other men. It is wicked and inappropriate behavior. Raise up sons who know how to be gentlemen. We must be guarded in our behavior. Is 3:16• Eph5:22 Submissive
• Modest clothes, 1 Tim2:9 reflecting a focus on God.
• Trustworthy in all aspects of life, ministry. Able to hold confidence.
• 1Tim5:1 Be willing to help woman in need.
• 2Tim3:6,7 be grounded in the Word of God, teachable. Be learners.
• Faithful 1Cor10:6 follow the example of the woman of the Word.
• A lover of the Word of God, lover of life, family, peace makers. Song of Songs – does your life have a fragrance about it?
• Joyful, passionate, generous, givers, alive with the Spirit of God. The Spirit of God wants to come and breathe on us. Let Him come.