You know, the idea that a housewife never files her nails, puts on some makeup, styles her hair, wears shoes, or even gets dressed is not entirely true. With fibromyalgia and other chronic illness, I have to admit, appearance isn't usually high on the list of things to worry about when you're battling pain and fatigue all the time. But it still is important to try to keep yourself nice.
It is true that God knows what's in our heart, but man looks on the outside appearance, and it won't be as easy to witness or be an example of living the abundant life with uncombed hair and dirty attire. Besides, we shouldn't be handling something as precious as the Good News with dirty fingernails!
There's nothing wrong with a woman putting a little time and effort into her appearance. A spray of perfume and doing something with her hair can go a long way in making her feel a little more "human"! That being said, with illness etc, there are days when I'm doing well to shower and get dressed and I pray no one comes to the door...
Delight in being clean and dressed for the day. Femininity always means sugar and spice.
Delight in being clean and dressed for the day. Femininity always means sugar and spice.
© Glenys Robyn Hicks
But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for manlooketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7
Combing one's hair, wearing some lipstick and spraying on perfume goes a long ways. A quick pick me up.
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Makes you feel better. Lipstick is my only makeup and I spray my favourite perfume lightly. Quick brush of my (now) short hair. That's it. Blessings, Glenys
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