Making a face

We all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image. – 2 Corinthians 3:18

In her book about the history of plastic surgery, Holly Brubach writes: "I myself subscribe to the notion that by the time you’re 50, you have the face you deserve . . . After decades of repetitive scowling or laughter or worry, one’s attitude toward life is etched on one’s face." That’s a vivid reminder that every day we are making a face that tells the world a great deal about us.

Although the Bible doesn’t mention cosmetic surgery, it does present the startling concept that if we know Christ and spend time with Him in prayer and in His Word, it can affect our appearance.

When Moses came down from Mount Sinai after meeting with God, his face shone so brightly that the children of Israel could not look steadily at him (Exodus 34:29-30; 2 Corinthians 3:7). Paul compared that glory with the even greater glory that is experienced by those who have a personal relationship with Christ. He said that we are being transformed by the Holy Spirit, who lives within us, and we are becoming more like our Lord Jesus (2 Corinthians 3:18).

While fellowship with Chris won’t give us a perfect face, it can replace the cause of frowns and furrowed brows with an inner peace that shows Christ’s beauty through us. – David C. McCasland

Let the beauty of Jesus be seen in me,

All His wonderful passion and purity;

Oh, Thou Spirit divine, all my nature refine

Till the beauty of Jesus be seen in me. – Orsborn

READ: 2 Corinthians 3

No cosmetic for the face can compare with God’s transforming grace.

The Bible in one year:

• 1 Kings 14-15

• Luke 22:21-46