As women of faith, we are called to pursue virtue, for in it lies the beauty of our holiness. The virtues we seek are not merely human constructs but reflections of God’s own nature. In Proverbs 31:10, we read, “A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.” This noble character, these virtues, are not simply admirable traits but essential components of a life lived in accordance with God’s will.
One of the most profound virtues we can cultivate is love. In 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we learn that love is patient, kind, does not envy or boast, is not proud, rude, self-seeking, or easily angered, and keeps no record of wrongs. This love, modeled after God’s own love for us, is transformative. It softens hearts, heals wounds, and builds bridges. As women, we are called to embody this love, to be a living testament to its power.
Another virtue we are called to pursue is humility. In Philippians 2:3-4, we are exhorted to “do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” Humility allows us to set aside our own desires and egos, to see the needs of others, and to respond with compassion and grace.
Patience is also a virtue that we, as women, are called to cultivate. In Colossians 3:12, we are encouraged to “clothe [ourselves] with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Patience allows us to endure trials and tribulations with grace, to wait on the Lord’s timing, and to trust in His plan for our lives.
These virtues, and many others, are not easy to attain. They require effort, perseverance, and, most importantly, the grace of God. But as we seek to cultivate these virtues in our lives, we become more like Christ, and our lives become a testimony to His transforming power.
May we, as women of faith, seek after God’s virtues with all our hearts, knowing that in them lies the path to true holiness and fulfillment.
This is an updated edition of a post originally published on Holy Beautiful Life
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