Strength & Dignity on a Regular Tuesday

There are days when faith feels strong and steady. And then there are days when you’re just trying to make it to lunch without crying in the bathroom, snapping at someone you love, or doom-scrolling your way into a fog.

Today is the kind of day I’m writing for.

Proverbs 31:25 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity.” And if you’ve ever heard that verse and thought, Cool… must be nice for her, same. Because some days I don’t feel “clothed” in anything except stress.

But I’ve been learning something slowly: this verse isn’t describing a woman who has it all together. It’s describing a woman who has a foundation. And that foundation doesn’t disappear just because her emotions are loud.

So here’s what “strength and dignity” can look like on a regular Tuesday. Not a highlight reel. Real life.

What “Strength” Really Means (Hint: It’s Not Being Unbothered)

For a long time, I thought strength meant you don’t fall apart. You don’t get anxious. You don’t get tired. You don’t need help. You keep smiling.

But that kind of “strength” is exhausting. And honestly… it’s usually performance.

Real strength is often quieter.

Strength can look like:

• taking a deep breath before you reply to that message
• apologizing when you were sharp, instead of defending it
• getting out of bed when you don’t feel like being a person today
• asking God for help… again… even if it feels repetitive
  

Sometimes strength is not a big dramatic moment. Sometimes strength is not quitting your faith just because your feelings are messy.

And if you’re reading this thinking, “That’s me, but it doesn’t feel impressive,” yeah. It rarely does. But I’m starting to believe heaven counts things we don’t.

What “Dignity” Looks Like in Real Life

Dignity is a word we don’t use much. It can feel fancy, like something you have when you’re wearing heels and you didn’t spill coffee on yourself.

But biblical dignity isn’t about looking polished.

Dignity is about worth. It’s about identity.

Dignity says:

• I am not defined by my productivity.
• I am not my worst moment.
• I don’t have to prove I’m valuable.
  
• I belong to God, even on my messy days.
  

And this matters because life loves to put us on trial. Your brain can be like a courtroom:
Exhibit A: you didn’t handle that well.
Exhibit B: you’re behind again.
Exhibit C: you’re not enough.

Dignity is when you stop taking the stand for accusations that Jesus already answered.

It’s not arrogance. It’s not pretending. It’s just standing on truth when your feelings try to drag you somewhere else.

The Kind of Faith We’re About Here

I’ll be honest: I’m not interested in faith that’s only “cute” online.

I’m not interested in perfect captions, polished spiritual routines, or acting like we’re all floating through life with soft music playing.

I’m interested in faith that holds up when you’re tired. Faith that doesn’t shame you for being human. Faith that doesn’t require you to be dramatic or loud to be real.

She Wears Faith is for the woman who:

• loves God, but sometimes feels overwhelmed
• wants to be encouraged, not lectured
• wants truth that feels steady, not performative
• wants reminders that her identity is secure
  
  

We’re not trying to be perfect here. We’re trying to be faithful. There’s a difference. If you’re new here, this is the heart behind what we do (and why it matters)

3 Tiny Ways to Practice Proverbs 31:25 This Week

Not big goals. Not “fix your whole life.” Just small, real steps.

1) Try the 10-second pause prayer

Before you react, answer, clap back, or spiral, whisper something simple like:

“Jesus, help me respond with wisdom.”

That’s it. Short prayers count. Especially the ones you pray while your emotions are loud.

2) Borrow a boundary sentence

Dignity often looks like a boundary you stop apologizing for. Try:

“I can’t do that today, but I can do ___.”

Or:

“I need a little time to think before I answer.”

If you’re not used to boundaries, it might feel “mean.” It’s not. It’s mature.

3) Choose one truth to repeat when you feel shaky

Pick one and keep it close this week:

• “God is with me in this.”
• “I am not behind. I am being led.”
• “I don’t have to prove my worth.”
• “Grace covers today too.”
  
  

Write it on a note. Make it your phone wallpaper. Whisper it while you’re washing dishes. Repetition isn’t cheesy, it’s training.

When You Don’t Feel Strong

Let me say something plainly: if you don’t feel strong today, it doesn’t mean you’re failing.

Faith is not the absence of weakness. Faith is what you do with weakness.

Sometimes being “clothed” in strength and dignity means you’re still shaking a little, but you’re not giving up who you are.

You’re still getting up.
Still choosing kindness.
Still turning toward God.
Still trying again.

That counts. A lot.

What You’ll Find on This Blog

If you stick around, here’s what I want this space to be:

• encouragement rooted in scripture, not fluff
• honest reflections for everyday life
• simple reminders you can actually use
• stories and meaning behind what we create (without making everything a sales pitch)
  
  

More than anything, I want you to leave feeling steadier than when you came in.

One question for you

Which word do you need more this week?

Strength or dignity?

Drop one word in the comments. No long explanation needed. Just one honest word.

You’re not alone.

With grace,
Anna
(She Wears Faith)