Dress for success

"Clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ." Ro 13:14 NIVSince first impressions are important, we're encouraged to "dress for success." And that's a good thing. But as a redeemed child of God, your first concern shouldn't be how you look to others, but toGod. Just like a mirror reflects your physical appearance so that you can make adjustments, the Bible reveals your spiritual condition and tells you what to do about it. James writes: "Anyone who listensto the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror..goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that givesfreedom and continues in it-not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it-they will be blessed in what thev do" (Jas 1:23-25 NIV). You must spend time each day in the Scriptures; otherwise, you will run around spiritually threadbare. Paul writes, "Clothe yourselveswith the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh" (Ro 13:14 NIV).As Chuck Swindoll observes: "The number one enemy of change is the hard-core, self-satisfied sin nature within you. Like a spoiled child, it has been gratified and indulged for years, so it will not give up without a violent temper tantrum.The flesh dies a slow, bitter,bloody death--kicking and struggling all the way down." Lasting change takes place in first gear, not overdrive. So expect occasional setbacks, and don't let them derail you. When you feel like throwing in the towel, get down on your knees and ask God to help you get back on track. He will do it.Spiritually threadbare!Send us Fan MailInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour.Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showChanging Lives | Building Strong Family | Impacting Our Community For Jesus Christ!