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JANUARY
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
GLORIFIES GOD

“Everyone who is called by my name, whom I

created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”
Isaiah 43:7

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Glorify Him
This is the foundation of all commands given to us in the Bible.

God created all human beings for the same purpose. Regardless of your
gender, race, social status, economic class, popularity, looks, or family.
You are called to glorify Him. Everything you do in life should be to bring
Him glory and honor. As a sinner, you will surely fail at times, but
remember that God is forgiving and merciful.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

I praise you with everything in me. You are the Creator of all things,
perfect, all-knowing, loving and gracious. You know me inside and
out, and have planned every step I will take in my life. You alone are
worthy of all things. Help me this month to intentionally praise and
uplift you as I go about my daily life. Let all I do be done for your glory
and triumph.

Amen

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01. Put off

This month, examine your life for things that may be stealing God’s
glory. What do you prioritize over Him? What is worth more to you?
Make a commitment to put off such things. That can look like taking a
short social media break, or opening the Bible in the morning before
opening your phone. It could mean giving up a social event or two so
you can make it to church on Sunday mornings. Do what you need to
do to restore your Heavenly Father to His rightful place as first in your
life.

02. Put on

Intentionally give yourself opportunities to glorify God this

month. Fill your time with Bible study, hymn playlists, prayer,
serving others, and meditating on His character.

03. Every day this month

Every day this month - Sing along with one song of praise to God.

04. Challenge yourself

For all of January, take a break from all social media. Use that time to
be in the Word and pray.

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FEBRUARY
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
FEARS THE LORD

“Charm is deceitful and beauty is vain, but a

woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
Proverbs 31:30

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Fear Him
If you’ve been a Christian for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard
this verse a thousand times. And its truth still stands. Fearing the Lord is
another command that is given to all Christians. To be clear, this isn’t a
fear of God rooted in anxiety and dread. Rather, it’s a reverent fear rooted
in awe and respect. It’s as if you fear God’s power, wisdom, and grace so
much that you deeply desire to obey and please Him. Again, not because
you fear the consequences, but because you genuinely love God.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

teach me to fear You correctly. Show me Your goodness each day.

Fill my heart with reverence for You. Allow this fear to grow so that I
may follow You more closely and truly. Continue drawing me closer
and closer to You.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

This month, put off anything in your life that isn’t pleasing to the Lord.
Now, we’re not telling you to go crazy. There is much warrant for
discernment in living as a Christian in a sinful world. But maybe you
have been enjoying some things you know are not in line with God’s
Word. That could be books with erotic scenes, friendships that cause
you to sin repeatedly, a relationship with a guy who isn’t a Christian, or
a lifestyle more devoted to pleasing yourself than God. Whatever it is,
discard it with wisdom and surrender.

02. Put on

Then fill your life with God-honoring things. Read solid books to learn
more about God’s design for things like womanhood, marriage,
sexuality, parenting, etc. Find a mentor to guide you as you seek to
fear God more in your life.

03. Every day this month

At the end of each day, ask yourself what you did that was pleasing
and displeasing to God. Use this reflection to remind yourself to live for
God each day.

04. Challenge yourself

For all of February, memorize a verse a day about God’s character.

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MARCH
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
IS BEAUTIFUL INSIDE
AND OUT
“Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair
and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear
— but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart
with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit,
which in God’s sight is very precious.”
Peter 3:3-4

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Inside and Out

God created women to be beautiful. And He wants you to grow in that
beauty. His version of beauty is a gentle and quiet demeanor. Now, that
doesn’t mean you have to change your personality or turn into an
introvert. It means you should recognize that your true beauty comes
from your personality and demeanor, not from anything you put on your
skin or in your hair. You are seeing your beauty the same way that God
does.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

I know that You designed me to be beautiful. Thank you for creating

me the way you did, inside and out. Help me to see the beauty You’ve
given me. And guide me as I strive to focus on what You say is
beautiful.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

Your inward beauty should outshine your outward beauty. Examine

your attitude and actions towards others. What negative or sinful
attitudes do you need to work on? Discontentment? Comparison?
Jealousy? Anger? Gossip? Surrender them to God now and ask Him to
help you change from the inside out.

02. Put on

Start working on improving your attitude. You could find a study on it,
or ask a friend or mentor to search the Scriptures with you for
encouragement in this area. Commit to working really hard on this in
March.

03. Every day this month

During your morning routine, recite the above verse. Meditate on its
meaning.

04. Challenge yourself

For all of March, go without makeup. No matter where you go or who

you’re with. Remind yourself that beauty comes from within, and
that’s what shines through. Let your inner beauty be all that matters.

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APRIL
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
IS KIND
“Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved,
compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness,
and patience,”
Colossians 3:12

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Growing in kindness
God definitely wants His daughters to be full of solid, gentle character. All
of the traits in the above verse could be wrapped up under kindness.
Honestly, this doesn’t come naturally for everyone. Especially when we’ve
been hurt in our own lives. But that doesn’t change God’s commands to
us. You are a chosen child of God. And He desires for you to exemplify
His goodness through your own life. Growing in kindness won’t happen
overnight, and it’s more than just a kind word or deed out of obligation. It
needs to come from a genuine heart.

That being said, doing kind things is the best way to move your heart in
that direction.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

you are my Father, and I want to live my life to honor You. I know you
command me to be kind, compassionate, humble, meek, and patient. I
can never be all of these things without you. Please help me as I work
to grow in these things. Give me opportunities to behave according to
Your Word.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

Pretty obvious, but put off unkindness. Practice holding back a sharp
word, a disrespectful eye roll, a selfish attitude. When you are tempted
to be unkind, think back to this verse and stay self-controlled.

02. Put on

Again, obvious, but put on kindness! Look for any opportunity to lift
someone up with a kind word, help someone out with a task, or bless
others anonymously.

03. Every day this month

Say one kind thing to someone in your life.

04. Challenge yourself

For the month of April, do a big act of anonymous kindness every

day. That could mean doing a sibling’s chore for them, writing a note
of encouragement to a friend, baking treats for an elderly neighbor,
buying a present for someone, or paying for the coffee order behind
you. Get creative!

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MAY
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
IS STRONG
“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at
the time to come.”
Proverbs 31:23

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Strength and bravery

Do you think of a Christian woman as strong? Quite frankly, most people
don’t. They think of Christian women as fragile and weak. But from what
we see in Scripture, that couldn’t be further from the truth. There are so
many examples of women in the Bible exercising their strength and
bravery (Esther, Rahab, Mary, just to name a few). The Proverbs 31
woman is also a prime example. She is anything but weak! Her faith is
rooted firmly in God and that gives her the strength to live each day
unafraid of what it will bring.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

I desire to be strong like the women whose stories you recorded in

Your Word. I want to be planted deep within Your truth and trust in
You so completely that I can be strong like them. Help me to get
there. Grow my confidence, faith, and trust in You.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

There are many things you could choose to put off this month. Pick the
one that most resonates with you: distrust, insecurity, faithlessness,
fear, apathy, carelessness. All of these things can inhibit your strength
in God. Don’t let them! Take it to God and find verses that expose the
lies of those habits.

02. Put on

Practice being strong in God. Meditate on these truths: You are His
forever. You can trust Him with your life. You are valuable to Him. He
won’t ever leave you. Nothing in life could take away His love for you
or break you down. You matter more to Him than His own life. He
wants you to be strong and trust in Him.

03. Every day this month

Spend an extra 10 minutes a day looking in the Bible for verses about
God’s care for you. Write them all in a journal or notebook and turn to
them when you need encouragement.

04. Challenge yourself

Purchase a solid and thorough book or Bible study about growing in

strength in God and dive deep into it. Learn all you can about what it
means to live as a strong, Christian woman

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JUNE
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
IS HUMBLE
“Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders.
Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one
another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to
the humble.”
1 Peter 5:5

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Humility
One of our favorite ways to explain humility is with a C.S. Lewis quote:
“True humility is not thinking less of yourself, it’s thinking of yourself less.”

He perfectly describes what biblical humility really is. It’s not degrading
yourself, it’s denying yourself. It’s not feeling worthless, it’s feeling
selfless. Humility means you put others before yourself regardless of
whether they deserve it or not. And you don’t puff yourself up in an effort
to fit in or show off, because you know that doesn’t matter. You are God’s
and that’s all the pride you need.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

You value humility in Your children. Show me to value it too. Help me

set aside my pride in exchange for a heart more like Yours. Teach me
to think of myself less, and of You and others around me more. Help
me see myself as Your child above all else, and to act accordingly.
Show others Your love through me.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

Pride is the enemy of humility. It’s what makes you want to be the
center of attention, praised, and admired more than others. That’s a
dangerous spot to be. If you are the only one you worry about
pleasing, you won’t ever be satisfied. Again, you don’t have to start
telling yourself you’re less-than or worthless. You just need to reframe
who you’re living for—God. And living for Him means putting others
first, being satisfied in doing the right thing even when no one notices.

02. Put on

A great way to practice humility is to seek glory for others, not

yourself. What can you do to appreciate the people around you?
What can you do to put others first? Look for these opportunities in
your daily life.

03. Every day this month

Go out of your way to tell someone you appreciate something about

them. It could be an accomplishment, their attitude, their faithfulness,
or just something you love about them.

04. Challenge yourself

For the month of June, whoever you choose to uplift each day, also
spend 15 minutes praying for them. You could even ask them if they
have any specific prayer requests. Ask God to continue to bless,
grow, and guide them.

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JULY
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
PURSUES WISDOM
“The wisest of women builds her house, but folly with her
own hands tears it down.”
Proverbs 14:1

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Wisdom
The Bible mentions wisdom 222 times. It’s that important to God! It’s also
that serious. There are many warnings about the consequences of
foolishness, and most of them are pretty dire. Just in this verse from
Proverbs, we can see that folly tears down houses.

Now, it may not literally wreck them. But how many homes and families
are broken over hurtful words and actions? Godly wisdom can’t eliminate
sinfulness, but it can certainly build more than tear down.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

I can see that wisdom is valued greatly in Your eyes. I want to pursue
the wisdom you offer. Help me to find it. Please put people in my life
who will speak life and wisdom over me. Let me listen intently and
take to heart the biblical advice I find.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

Foolishness comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be a bad decision, a

hasty judgment, words spoken out of anger, a stretched truth,
disregard for caution, or even pride. Try to think carefully about the
intentions behind your actions this month, and anticipate the
consequences. Are you acting wisely or foolishly?

02. Put on

Growing in wisdom takes time. You have to be on the lookout for it

and intentionally pursue it. There are tons of books and studies you
can find on wisdom, and pray for it as well! Observe the wise people
around you and imitate their ways of thinking and decision-making. It
takes time, but it’s well worth it!

03. Every day this month

Ask one person for a piece of advice. It could be about anything

applicable to you—relationships, parenting, homemaking, theology,
finances, etc.

04. Challenge Yourself

Look up all 222 verses mentioning wisdom in the Bible. Study them
and write out application points in a journal or notecards.

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AUGUST

A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
WORKS HARD

“She looks well to the ways of her household, and does not
eat the bread of idleness.”
Proverbs 31:27

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Works hard
The Proverbs 31 woman is by far the most used example of Godly
womanhood in the Bible. What’s great about that is she is in no way a
weak, wimpy doormat, waiting for her husband to dictate her day. She
blesses her family day in and day out, works from dawn until dusk, even
running her own business! Now, you don’t have to live exactly like her to
be honoring to God (after all, He has a unique plan for each of us). But her
work ethic and desire to thrive are well worth copying.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

You know the value of hard work. Help me to see it as You do. Please
put in me the diligence of the Proverbs 31 woman. Remind me to work
hard at the things You’ve put in my life.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

There is a difference between needed rest and idleness. Rest is

commanded by God, just like working hard. But idleness is not.
Idleness is laziness. And doesn’t honor God. Examine your daily routine.
When are you likely to start mindless scrolling, procrastinating, or
binging? When that temptation comes, push it away. Remember God
values a hard worker.

02. Put on

Diligence is another thing that takes time to master. Be sure you are
drawing your motivation and energy from God, not yourself.
Otherwise, you’ll quickly lose steam and be exhausted. Start small
and work your way up. Don’t overschedule your days right off the bat.
Commit to growing in work ethic slowly, and it will happen.

03. Every day this month

Proactively find something productive to do. It could be a new hobby,

some project you never have the time to finish, or Bible study. The
next time you start feeling tempted to be lazy, go do that instead. Use
your time for productivity. (Again, there is also a need for rest, don’t
burn yourself out). Keep a list handy of some tasks you can quickly
turn to to work on when needed.

04. Challenge Yourself

Memorize Proverbs 31:10-31.

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SEPTEMBER
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
SERVES OTHERS
GLADLY
“She opens her hand to the poor and reaches out her
hands to the needy.”
Proverbs 31:20

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Works hard
Serving others isn’t easy for most people, whether that’s because they
are shy, unsure of what’s helpful, or feel like they have little to give. But
it’s a vital aspect of the Christian life. Jesus came to serve, not to be
served. If the Creator of mankind chose to serve us during His short time
on earth, certainly we can do our best to do the same.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

thank you for all You’ve done for me. For sending Your Son to die, so
that I might live in freedom from my sin. For giving Your all for me,
and for Christ’s example of a servant’s heart. Help me to emulate that
in my own life. Show me the people who could use help and
encouragement. Let me be Your hands and feet.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

While it is good to take care of yourself, it is possible to take that too

far. If we become so self-serving that we neglect serving others, we
have a problem. How often do you go out of your way to help someone
in need? Put off selfish thinking this month. Just like last month, there
is a time and place for rest, and you shouldn’t avoid that. But you can
work towards thinking of helping others before yourself.

02. Put on

Cultivating a servant's heart takes practice. Pray for God to soften

your heart towards others and show you who is in need. As you serve
others, remind yourself that you are also serving God. Let Him be
your motivation.

03. Every day this month

In what ways are the people around you in need? Could your mom use
some extra help around the house? Do your younger siblings need
someone to drop them off at baseball practice? Is your neighbor in
need of someone to pitch in with yard work? Does your church have
any openings for volunteers? Do one act of service every day.

04. Challenge Yourself

Recruit a group of friends to volunteer at an organization such as a

food pantry or a pregnancy care center.

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OCTOBER
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
EXERCISES SELF-
CONTROL IN MIND
AND BODY
“Likewise also that women should adorn themselves in
respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not
with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly attire, but
with what is proper for women who profess godliness—
with good works.”
1 Timothy 9-10

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Self-control
This verse packs a punch! It says so much in one little sentence. Here,
Christian women are instructed to be more concerned with self-control
than with looks or status. Because that is what women who profess
godliness do—they honor God through the way they conduct themselves.
So, on the inside and outside, you’re supposed to live respectably, no
matter the circumstances. Notice how the author doesn’t say it’s easy. He
just says that it’s right.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

I see how important my self-control is to You. And You know better

than anyone how well I exercise it. Please sanctify me greatly in this
area of life. Help me to live in a way that professes godliness and
pleases You.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:

01. Put off

Time for another heart check! What areas in your life need better self-
control? Is it finances? Your words? Time management? Gluttony?
Whatever is it, identify it and commit to overcoming its power over you.
With God, you will be the one in control now.

02. Put on

Learning self-control is quite the process, and brings a lot of

emotions with it. Write down a plan for gaining control of this area of
your life and promise to stick with it. You may want to bring in an
accountability partner as well.

03. Every day this month

Stay committed to your plan. Whether that means holding your tongue,
skipping on dessert, or setting up a budget, keep going!

04. Challenge Yourself

Purchase a Bible study on self-control to work through this month.

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NOVEMBER

A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
SHOWS HOSPITALITY

“Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.”

1 Peter 4:9

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Hospitality
Hospitality isn’t talked about much today. But it should be! Homes aren’t
meant to only be a refuge and place to recharge. They’re also meant to
be places of sharing the gospel, loving others, and making them feel
welcome. Hospitality was a great virtue in Bible times. And though how
we express it today will look different than it did then, it’s still just as
important to the Christian woman. Keep in mind that hospitality is not
entertaining, it’s having a welcoming home, inviting atmosphere, and
being a blessing to those who come.

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

teach me to value hospitality as You do. Grant me the strength and

openness to be hospitable to others. And may those who are
welcomed into my home feel Your love and grace surround them.

Amen

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LIVE IT OUT:
01. Put off

What is keeping you from being hospitable? Do you think your house is
too messy, your kids too loud, your life too busy? Some of those things
may require actual changes (like a schedule so busy your family hardly
eats a meal together). But most of them actually just need to be let go.
So what if your living room is littered with toddler toys, or your laundry
is sitting out? If it truly bothers you, you can change it. But if it’s
stemming from vanity and pridefulness, let it go. You may be surprised
how freeing it is.

02. Put on

In lieu of what’s keeping you from being hospitable, start working on

hospitality skills. Make a list of some people you could invite over for
dinner, after church, or over the weekend. Have a few easy meals
and snacks you can make for guests. Practice conversation topics
and an inviting attitude.

03. Every day this month

Invite someone new over once a week. Don’t stress about it! It can be
a simple afternoon coffee, or a nice dinner. Pick what you’re
comfortable with at first, then go from there!

04. Challenge Yourself

Plan a group dinner, game night, or movie night in November!

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DECEMBER
A CHRISTLIKE WOMAN
GUIDES THE NEXT
GENERATION
“Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not
slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what
is good, and so train the young women to love their
husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure,
working at home, kind, and submissive to their own
husbands, that the word of God may not be reviled.”
Titus 2:3-5

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Guides
No matter how old you are, or what season of life you are in, you can help
equip the next generation of Christian women. You can be a living
example to the younger ladies around you. And in fact, you should! God
calls you to train younger women to be solid Christian women. And no
wonder, since it takes years of practice and sanctification to accomplish!
They need some good examples and encouragement in their life. That is
why mentoring is so impactful. After all that you’ve learned and grown in
this year, we challenge you to teach those things to someone else. A
friend, sister, niece, acquaintance, whomever!

Pray this today

Dear Lord,

thank you for growing and teaching me much this year. Please help
me as I strive to guide others to be more like you as well. Show me
someone who I can encourage and devote some time to. Help me to
be wise, honest, and kind towards her.

Amen

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01. Put off

Fight off any inhibitions you have about your abilities to mentor
someone else. You don’t have to be perfect, just be willing! It doesn’t
take infinite knowledge, just a dedication to learn. Don’t doubt yourself,
just go for it!

02. Put on

Just as you need to put off inhibitions, you need to put on

confidence. Not in your own abilities, but in God’s. Trust that He will
help you as a mentor and will equip you with the words and care you
need.

03. Every day this month

Ask a younger girl you know if she’d like to be mentored. Once you find
her, set up a meeting time, and don’t forget to check in with her during
the week!

04. Challenge Yourself

Ask around your church or friend group for other girls needing
mentors and women willing to mentor. Set up a group of mentors and
mentees!

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