DAILY TEXT, Saturday April 5, 2025, Wisdom is with the modest (Prov. 11:2).

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Saturday April 5, 2025

Wisdom is with the modest (Prov. 11:2).

Rebekah was an intelligent and determined woman who knew when and how to act (Gen. 24:58; 27:5-17). But she was also respectful and obedient (Gen. 24:17, 18, 65). If you, like Rebeca, are humble and respect the principle of authority, you will be a positive influence on your family and the congregation. Modesty is a quality that all mature Christians should have. Esther was a faithful servant of God who demonstrated this quality. For example, when they named her queen, she didn't get upset. Furthermore, he listened to and followed the advice given to him by his cousin Mordecai (Esther 2:10, 20, 22). You can imitate his example of modesty by asking for good advice and listening to it (Titus 2:3-5). Esther demonstrated modesty in another way as well: although “she was very attractive and had a pretty figure,” she did not try to be the center of attention (Esther 2:7, 15). w23.12 19, 20 paras. 6-8.

How can young sisters imitate Esther's modesty?

Modesty. The Bible says that “wisdom is with the modest” (Prov. 11:2). Esther was a faithful servant of God who demonstrated this quality. For example, when they named her queen, she didn't get upset. Furthermore, he listened to and followed the advice given to him by his cousin Mordecai (Esther 2:10, 20, 22). You can imitate his example of modesty by asking for good advice and listening to it (Titus 2:3-5).

When choosing their way of dressing and grooming, how can sisters follow the counsel at 1 Timothy 2:9, 10?

Let's look at another way Esther demonstrated modesty. She “was very attractive and had a pretty figure,” but she did not try to be the center of attention (Esther 2:7, 15). How can you follow his example? One way is explained in 1 Timothy 2:9, 10 (read it). Here the apostle Paul tells the sisters that they should dress modestly and with good judgment. The Greek words he used indicate that Christian women should dress in a decent manner and take into account the feelings of others. How proud we are of the sisters who show that they are mature by the way they dress!

What do we learn from Abigail?

Discernment. This quality is the same as good judgment, that is, the ability to differentiate what is right from what is wrong and then do what is right. Let's look at the example of Abigail. Her husband made a very bad decision, and she realized that it was going to have disastrous consequences for everyone who lived in their house. Abigail acted immediately, and many lives were saved through her good judgment (1 Sam. 25:14-23, 32-35). Discernment also helps us know when to speak and when to remain silent, and to care about others without making them feel uncomfortable (1 Thes. 4:11).

What will be the benefits of learning to read and write well? (See also the image).

It is good for Christian women to learn certain practical skills. Some of the things you learn as a child will be useful throughout your life. Let's look at some examples.

Learn to read and write well. In some cultures it is not considered important for women to learn to read and write. But these are essential skills for every Christian (1 Tim. 4:13).d So don't let anything stop you from learning to read and write well. What will be the benefits? On the one hand, it will be easier for you to find and keep a job, and earn a living. On the other hand, you will be able to be a better student and teacher of the Word of God. But best of all, by reading and meditating on the Bible, you will strengthen your friendship with Jehovah (Josh. 1:8; 1 Tim. 4:15).

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