Pip: Welcome back to Pollywog’s Place — where the schoolbooks are open, the day is already busy, and someone is asking whether we’ve thought about our spiritual wardrobe yet.
Mara: Susie at Pollywog’s Place Blog has a new devotional out, and today we’re walking through what it means to clothe your family in godly character — one intentional day at a time. Let’s start with the devotional itself.
Clothed in Godly Character: Dressing for the Day Ahead
Pip: The premise here is deceptively simple: every morning we choose what to wear based on weather and schedule, but how often do we make that same deliberate choice about who we’re going to be before the day gets loud?
Mara: The devotional frames it through Colossians 3:12 — “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering.” That’s the anchor verse, and the whole 31-day structure grows from it.
Pip: So the upshot is that godly character isn’t a personality trait you either have or don’t — it’s described here as an active, daily choice. Something you put on, the same way you’d reach for a coat.
Mara: Right, and the devotional is built to make that choice practical for families. Short daily scriptures, family-friendly discussion questions, and simple prayers — the idea is to gather the kids around the table before the busy day takes over.
Pip: There’s a line in the post that earns its keep: “True meekness and godly character are not signs of weakness — they are strength under control.” That reframe matters if you’re trying to teach this to children who equate quiet with losing.
Mara: It’s also worth noting the free printable devotional is available to download directly from the post, and it comes with a few extra activities built in beyond the usual activities planner. Optional add-ons include nature walks, journaling, and brainstorming ways to show godly character in everyday routines.
Pip: The clothing metaphor does a lot of work across 31 days — which is a long runway for a single image, but scripture has been carrying that particular wardrobe since Colossians.
Mara: The post also links companion videos and worksheet resources for families who want to go deeper, so there’s genuine flexibility in how you use it — lighter or more involved depending on the week.
Pip: A 31-day devotional about choosing who you’re going to be before the day starts — that’s a long commitment, but probably the right length for a habit.
Mara: Character isn’t built in a morning. We’ll see what next month brings.
Clothed in GODLY CHARACTER: A 31-Day Journey to a Quieter Heart and Home Devotional
