Stunningly Attired

September 2

There is a certain way that royalty are expected to comport themselves. They dress to the hilt, their clothing is tastefully accessorized, their jewels are amazing. They reflect not only wealth but a sense of style that virtually the whole world admires and that many try to emulate, although with more modest means.

The new princess in the U.K., though a commoner until her marriage, has suddenly been elevated to iconic status. Though she has done nothing to distinguish herself (other than capture the heart of a prince), she is now one of those lofty style-setters whose every outfit will be scrutinized by the masses.

And so are believers in Christ. We have done nothing to distinguish ourselves but to capture the heart of a king—indeed, we have captured the heart of the King of kings! The Lord Jesus has looked upon us and found us worthy of His eternal love. He did not look upon our humble estate but elevated us through His propitiatory life, death and resurrection to His own royal status.

The eyes of the world focus on us because we are His. Our every move, our every word, are scrutinized—sometimes in admiration and sometimes with criticism. So how should we dress for display? Colossians 3:12 says, “As God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” When we do, we are stunningly attired in the robes of Heaven.