I was going to wait to post about this until I had a picture of the Baby Be Blessed doll I gave my goddaughter, Aubrey, for her second birthday, but I decided I can always add a picture later since I forgot to take one and my sister is quite busy so it might be some time before she can send me one to include.
As I did with my own children I took great care in deciding which scripture to include on her doll. I finally decided upon Proverbs 31:30 "Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." I wanted to choose something that would be a reminder as she grows up to keep her focus on what is really important and not allow the values of society to rule her life. Charm and beauty are both considered important aspects of a woman through the eyes of socitey, but the big picture is that a relationship with the LORD is what is truly of value.
The word "fear" can be confusing in that most of the time the things we fear are negative. To me, a fear of the LORD is not negative. I see it as a very deep respect, awe and honor. It's hard to find an earthly comparison for the fear we have for the LORD.
I found a study guide online that goes into more detail on this passage (and Proverbs 31 as a whole). It can be found at http://www.libertyonlineministries.com/media/9953/resource/biblestudy/Proverbs%2031%20(9).pdf I think it does a good job discussing what a fear of the LORD means.
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