Well we come to the end of this particular journey regarding the worth of woman. We began with the consideration of the timeless pearl and its uniqueness just like woman, there are no two alike. Then we explored the dangers of casting your pearls among swine, giving the best of you to those undeserving. We then journeyed down the consciousness of what role we all play in the development of our worth and the power we give others to define our worth. We will close with the joy of knowing and embracing how complete we are - lacking absolutely nothing. When we can accept the fact that we have everything we need within our grasp and our power to be all that we can be, and not meaning the army, when we are willing to put all that we are to work accomplishing the things we’ve been called to do, it is then that we can make the declaration that we are a complete strand of pearls, a complete component - lacking nothing and yet able to do all things through Christ who strengthens US. It is when we can stand up and acknowledge that we are chosen vessels destined to accomplish great things that we stand unmovable hidden in that secret place that only the Most High resides and abides (stay put) under the shadow of the Almighty then we will find the strength to accomplish things beyond our wildest imagination. It is when we realize no one can add to us or take anything away from us. No one can define you, label you, discard you, marginalize you, or up root you 
because you are your own person, designed to perfection. It is up to you to own that reality or cast it away and give the power to control you to someone else. We are all drawn from the same spirit but are a cast of many members, many individuals with many different skills and abilities. With that knowledge we are able to embrace the gifts and talents bestowed upon each of us with joy, purpose, and absolute assurance that what’s for each of us is for us.
Here’s the concept. Each part of your body plays a distinct role for good reason. Your feet allow you to stand, your hands give you the ability pick things up, your heart is the muscle that pumps blood throughout your body, your eyes allow you to see, and your nose gives you the ability to smell. In it of themselves each stands on its own but together they create an unstoppable force that gives you the wherewithal to do all things. Imagine what it would be like if you had no feet? Imagine what it would be like if you had no mouth? See all can’t be a heart, all can’t be a nose, but each component creates a whole being, a being equipped for every good work. So what am I trying to say? There is no need for any of us to be unhappy or feel less than because someone else has something we think we wish we had. One may sing, another may write the songs, one may design, another may sew, one may write, another may have the ability to edit. 
One may be a mother, another may have a business mind. Neither is exceptional just different. None is better than another we simply function within the realm of our purpose, our gifts, and our talents. Now our effectiveness is directly linked to our ability to excel within our gifts and talents. In the article no one is better than me doing me, the challenge was placed to all that in order to thrive we must incorporate some aptitudes, some dispositions, and grow in our character. Someone may appear to have more than you, on the material side, the question remains is that the litmus test to success and wholeness - stuff? I submit that “stuff” is not the litmus test. I believe happiness, contentment, fulfilling purpose, being connected to the Spirit of the living God, living a holy and righteous life, being a beacon, a light, the salt of the earth, an ambassador for Christ, a minister of reconciliation should be the stuff that gives us great joy in the end. If it’s really only "stuff" what happens to the "stuff"
when you die? I don’t know of anyone who died with a u-haul truck affiixed to the casket. Remember only what you do for Christ will last and matters in the end and as equally important we are reminded that we are complete in Him.
So as we began a few days ago we will end, you are a timeless jewel, a unique precious gem. There are no two like you, so why try to be someone other than yourself. You are fearfully and wonderfully made. You are a chosen vessel, a royal priesthood, a priceless possession, and the apple of God’s eye. As was said some time ago, “you are all that and a bag of chips with some Louisiana hot sauce on it”. You are a complete strand of pearls no one can add or take anything away from you! People may enter your life who may enhance some qualities about you, but no one has the ability to recreate the perfect YOU that has already been created by the Creator. In order for them to recreate you, you must give them the power to do so, and by default you give them your power. 
So like the pearl, where no one can begin to try ot recreate the exact replica, the same is true for you. Embrace YOU! Learn to love and respect YOU and in return you will refuse to allow anyone in your life who can't look at you and see perfection - the complete WOMAN ready to stand and deliver!
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