Beauty with Jesus

Last Saturday, our women at the Covington Lord’s Gym were blessed with a “Beauty in Jesus” event.

The women were first pampered with the Word. A devotional was delivered that included a cleansing facial, a symbol of how the Lord washes us clean from all the “junk” we get mixed up with in life.

Together they read 2 Corinthians 5:17: “…if anyone be in Christ, they are a new creature: Old things are passed away behold all things are become new.”

Every woman there was encouraged to focus on her inner beauty and remember to see herself through God’s eyes. After food and fellowship, the women visited various beauty stations: nails, hair, and shopping. Through many generous donations each woman was able to pick out a piece of jewelry, new outfit, shoes and a purse.

“We wanted to do something to show our ladies that they are loved by us, and that God loves them,” said Women’s Chaplain Emily. “This was also a reminder that the gym is a safe place for our ladies to always come.”

Emily said that the focus was on inner beauty, but the event was also about allowing the women to do some things that most of them haven’t done in years.

Remmie, who has been coming to the Lord’s Gym for a year said she was “super duper excited,” to take part in the day of beauty.

“The best part though is that I get to spend time with my people,” she said smiling. With a little laugh she also said: “Picking out an outfit was really nice too.”

Several ministry partners including Christ Chapel, Urban Outreach and Welcome House pulled supplies and volunteers together for the event. We are grateful for their time and generosity.