𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗝𝗘𝗭𝗘𝗕𝗘𝗟 𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗕𝗦 𝟯𝟭 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗔𝗡? 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗝𝗘𝗭𝗘𝗕𝗘𝗟 𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗧 𝘃𝘀. 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗥𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗧

ARE YOU MORE LIKE JEZEBEL OR A PROVERBS 31 WOMAN?
THE JEZEBEL SPIRIT vs. THE RUTH SPIRIT

Key Text: Romans 12:2 (KJV)
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind…”

INTRODUCTION

Scripture presents women not as stereotypes, but as spiritual examples. Jezebel represents rebellion, manipulation, and fleshly control, while Ruth represents humility, submission, and faithful devotion.

In this Dispensation of Grace, transformation is not produced by law or external rules—but by grace teaching the heart (Titus 2:11–12).

Today we examine 9 contrasts to test the spirit influencing conduct, not to condemn—but to call believers to Christlike maturity.

REBELLION vs. RESPECT
Ephesians 5:22–24 (KJV)

A. Authority Resisted – Jezebel rejects headship
B. Order Rejected – Self rules the home
C. Obedience Replaced – Pride governs
Dispensational Insight:
Grace produces voluntary submission, not forced control.

MANIPULATION vs. MINISTRY
2 Corinthians 4:2 (KJV)

A. Deceitful Methods – Hidden agendas
B. Fleshly Influence – Emotional control
C. Self-Serving Motives – Power over people
Dispensational Insight:
Grace teaches serving, not scheming.

ACCUSATION vs. AFFIRMATION
Romans 14:4 (KJV)

A. False Charges – Jezebel accuses the godly
B. Fault-Finding Spirit – No mercy
C. Fleshly Judgment – Condemning others
Dispensational Insight:
Grace affirms what God is working, not what flesh faults.

LUST vs. LOYALTY
1 Timothy 2:9–10 (KJV)

A. External Seduction – Outward display
B. Carnal Control – Using beauty for power
C. Fleshly Attention – Seeking admiration
Dispensational Insight:
Grace emphasizes inner godliness over outward show.

RELIGION vs. RELATIONSHIP
Colossians 2:20–23 (KJV)

A. Religious Claims – Jezebel “appears” spiritual
B. Ritual Without Reality – No heart change
C. Form Without Power – Empty profession
Dispensational Insight:
Grace replaces religion with relationship in Christ.

PRIDE vs. PENITENCE
1 Timothy 1:15–16 (KJV)

A. No Guilt Admitted – Jezebel refuses repentance
B. Hardened Heart – No correction accepted
C. Self-Justification – Always right
Dispensational Insight:
Grace humbles the soul and welcomes repentance.

SUBMISSION vs. SELF-RULE
Ephesians 5:33 (KJV)

A. God-Ordained Order – Willing submission
B. Grace-Motivated Obedience – Not forced
C. Christlike Example – Reflecting the Church
Dispensational Insight:
The Church submits to Christ—so grace teaches godly order.

MODESTY vs. MATERIALISM
Philippians 4:11–13 (KJV)

A. Contentment Learned – Satisfaction in Christ
B. Purity Lived – Modest conduct
C. Grace Empowered Life – Strength through Christ
Dispensational Insight:
Grace trains believers to live godly, not flashy.

HUMILITY vs. HARDSHIP
Titus 2:11–12 (KJV)

A. Grace Teaches – Daily instruction
B. Grace Trains – Godly living
C. Grace Transforms – Christ-centered heart
Dispensational Insight:
Grace doesn’t just save—it shapes character.

CONCLUSION

Jezebel represents the old nature empowered by flesh.
Ruth represents the new life shaped by grace.
God’s desire in this dispensation is not control, condemnation, or culture—but Christ formed in us.

CALL TO ACTION

STOP walking in the flesh
START walking in grace
STOP worldly influence
START Christlike submission
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.” – Colossians 3:16 (KJV)

FINAL THOUGHTS

Jezebel exalts self
Ruth exalts the Lord
Jezebel manipulates
Ruth ministers
Jezebel resists grace
Ruth reflects grace
Grace doesn’t shame—it sanctifies.