An Amazing Outfit Helps!

I have always had a love for fashion – and can I tell you some stories of what my parents had to endure when I was younger… from multiple pairs of socks, to a 45 record over a ponytail on top of my head heading to a nice dinner. Back in the early 90’s I began in retail at Learners the Northwest Mall location. It was awesome to get paid to style ladies, dress mannequins and do floor & window displays. Retail remained a huge part of my life from Learners, The Walk In Closet Resale Shop and finally Lane Bryant.
 
I am so thankful that providing clothing for ladies led to some of the best friendships, experiences, and life defining moments and transformations. Watching a lady come into the store with uncertainty of what to wear, allowing us to clothe her and then seeing her leave with a new outfit or two was beautiful. The relationships that grew into friendships kept her returning to stop by the store when she had something to share like upcoming vacations, career changes, weddings, graduations, and even funerals. She knew we were there with the doors open, ready to receive her and help her find what worked best for the situation.
 
Just like the lady coming into the store, our Lord is there for us – arms open wide ready to receive us and help. When I go to Him with uncertainty about something and need His help and guidance He is ready to listen, advise and provide. This past week, Pastor Tim talked about humility. That we are to be humble. In our Bible study last Wednesday we read in 1 Peter 5:5 that we are to clothe ourselves in humility towards one another. I trust that God will help me to be humble as I submit to Him and He will clothe me. Be encouraged! Lean in to Him and let Him clothe you in the most amazing outfit!
 
Your Sister In Christ,
Naomi J. Dingle