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WOMAN 2 WOMAN, TITUS 2
INSTRUCTIONS FOR GODLY LIVING
By Luella Redfern | Continued From Page 23
How do you do that? How do we en- courage and train other women to be- come like the Titus 2 woman. Sometimes formal and informal women’s ministries struggle without a clear direction. Of- ten they emphasize events rather than teaching, training and mentoring. Often time, when there is teaching, it does not feed their spirit. Many churches have age specific women’s ministries. Young- er women have little respect for older women and think they are very critical. Older women see younger women as being self absorbed without family val- ues. Titus 2 is an excellent place to start for your women’s ministry. These verses give us purpose and direction. Teach- ing and training godly womanhood is the responsibility of older more mature women.
An intimate relationship with God will demonstrate constant spiritual growth. My opinion is not important, however, my thoughts, words and advice must be of God. Quoting scripture just to be heard does not demonstrate knowl- edge of who God is. How I live my life, resonating a calm and quietness of spirit should reflect my spiritual relationship with Jesus. “Rather, it should be that of my inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great
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worth in God’s sight.” (1 Peter 3:4).
As a Titus 2 woman, I should pray without ceasing, allowing the inner peace of Jesus to comfort, guide and teach me even when things appear to be out of control. I must learn to lay all of my cares and concerns at the foot of the cross and leave them there, not letting circumstances dictate my feelings or final outcome, teaching other women to do the same. I can’t get caught up in the immorality and worldliness of our culture. My focus should be on God believing He is the sovereign God. It is because of Him that all things work together for the good.
As a Titus 2 woman, I will learn to be a servant leader. Giving of my time, energy, gifts and finances in feast or famine. Praying Lord help me not to hold back. Give me great confidence that you will meet all of my needs. Help me Lord, to study your word, as well as seek your wisdom and faithful instruction to share with others. Help me to be truthful, firm yet gentle as I lead women to you that are seeking answers for the challenges of their lives. Teaching them to confess their iniquity, knowing that God will give
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