I thought I'd share this exceprt from a book I'm currently reading called Designing A LifeStyle That Pleases God by Pat Ennis & Lisa Tatlock.

If I speak to other women about their scriptural roles and responsibilities but lack the motivation to integrate the teaching into my life, I am arrogant (James 2:22-25).

And though I know about the women of the Bible and believe myself to be a devoted Christian but fail to emulate their model I am nothing (1 Corinthians 10:11).

If I pursue Christian ministry and stay up all night preparing a theologically correct Bible study but fail to develop the gentle and quiet spirit that is precious to my heavenly Father, my efforts are in vain (1 Peter 3:4).

A woman who is a Christian is gracious (Proverbs 11:16) even when others are not.

She believes that the verbal picture of God's ideal woman painted in Proverbs 31:10-31 is as relevant today as the day it was written and seek to emulate  her qualities.

A woman who is a Christian gleans insight from the knowledge of Gods Word and seeks to become a Wise Women (Proverbs 2:17-21)

She takes seriously the mandate of Titus 2:3-5 and intentionally acquires godly Christians role models and seeks to be one to those younger in the faith.

As for professional contact, ultimately they will diminish in imporatance; as for speaking opportunities, they will be presented and the content eventually forgotten: as for strategic social events, they will occur and the memories will fade: but the woman who is a Christian prepares to face Gods plan for her future with confidence (Proverbs 31:25)

So, both the Christian Woman and the woman who is a Christian abide in the Christian community however, the woman who is a Christian cultivates a lifestyle that clearly displays that her values and character align with the Word of God.

Just thought Id share