Similarly, teach the older women to live in a way that honors God. They must not slander others or be heavy drinkers. Instead, they should teach others what is good. These older women must train the younger women to love their husband's and their children, to live wisely and be pure, to work in their homes, to do good, and to be submissive to their husband's. Then they will not bring shame on the word of God.
Do I exhibit the virtues listed above? Absolutely not! Well, at least not all of the time. You see I am a work in progress. The words... teach and train say to me, "You have a second chance. You get another try to get this right. Now is your time Patsy. You will be taught to love your husband and your children. You can be trained to live wisely, to be pure, good and kind. And you will be taught to work well in your home and submit to your husband." You see, I read hope in those words. Jesus didn't call me once I was ready. No, no, no! He is making me ready. And in the process where I fail and fall way short... then His grace will be sufficient for me. And it will be for you too!
Blessings friend.
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