What can we learn from Rebekah's actions about modesty and humility today? Setting the Scene “and she said to the servant, ‘Who is this man in the field coming to meet us?’ The servant answered, ‘He is my master.’ Then she took her veil and covered herself.” (Genesis 24:65) Rebekah’s Instant Response—A Living Portrait of Modesty • She “took her veil and covered herself.” – A spontaneous act; no one prompted her. – Signals reverence for Isaac, for the covenant marriage about to begin, and ultimately for God. • She chose reserve over self-promotion. – In a moment when first impressions mattered, she did not showcase outward beauty but chose discretion. Humility Woven Through the Narrative • Rebekah first asked, “Who is this man…?”—showing others-focused interest before self-focus. • By submitting to the servant’s guidance and then to Isaac’s leadership, she pictured the attitude urged in Philippians 2:3, “in humility consider others more important than yourselves”. Scripture Echoes of Modesty and Humility • 1 Timothy 2:9 – 10 “women are to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control… with good deeds”. • 1 Peter 3:3 – 4 “your beauty should not come from outward adornment… but from the hidden person of the heart with the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit”. “With pride comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom”. “what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”. Timeless Principles We Can Grasp Today • Modesty begins in the heart before it reaches the wardrobe. • Humility prompts us to ask, “How can I honor God and serve others?” rather than “How can I impress?” • Covering ourselves appropriately—whether in dress, speech, or online presence—guards the sacred and points attention toward the Lord. • Respect for God-given roles and relationships is expressed through modest choices. Practical Ways to Imitate Rebekah • Dress with thoughtful restraint, aiming to reflect Christ rather than culture. • Speak about achievements and appearance with measured words, letting others notice good works instead (Matthew 5:16). • Seek counsel from godly mentors as Rebekah listened to Abraham’s servant; humility welcomes guidance. • Cultivate a “quiet spirit” even in public platforms—social media, workplace, church—choosing service over spotlight. • Remember every encounter may be a divine appointment; carry yourself so that the first thing others see is the character of Christ. A Closing Encouragement Like Rebekah, we rarely know when life-shaping moments are unfolding. Consistent habits of modesty and humility prepare us to honor God whenever He brings us to the field where new chapters begin. |
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