Proverbs 31 - 1.31.25
Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-12 & 25-31
10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. 11 Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. 12 She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.
25 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. 26 She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. 27 She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. 28 Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: 29 “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” 30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. 31 Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
Observation
The author of this chapter is unidentified, but it is a famous passage describing the virtues and attitudes of a godly, excellent woman. She is a woman of integrity, honor, trust, loving and hard working. This kind of woman is uncommon in the world, but to the man who finds her, she is a precious jewel that shines brightly. She is a treasure to him and his children.
Application
The world does not value the importance of a woman who chooses to stay at home, take care of her children and household. They feel she is not able to use her talents and gifts. I completely disagree with this opinion. God has a way that He has designed us to live and doing things “God’s Way” produces abundant fruit and a Blessed Life. A woman who trusts the Lord with all her heart and knows that He will lead, guide and direct her path can walk through life radiating strength and dignity. She is not fearful of the future because she trusts the Lord. She carries with her a sense of calm that can only come from trusting God and spending time in His presence. She is wise and creates an atmosphere that her children can thrive and feel safe in. Her husband is loved, honored and valued and gives her respect and praise.
The world tells us that true beauty comes from a fit body, nice clothes and lots of makeup, but that’s so far from the truth. A woman that is completely surrendered to God, reads and lives out His words, instructs her children in the ways of the Lord, loves and supports her husband, takes care of her household and radiates Jesus’ love and compassion to all she meets…that’s True Beauty. She is a priceless jewel that should be cherished and honored.
Prayer
Dear Lord, Help us to see beauty through Your eyes. Open our eyes to see the gifts you have given us and the people you have put in our lives that are precious jewels. Help us to always be thankful and grateful for our lives and our families. Help us to always honor and praise the precious women in our lives that give so much of themselves to make this world a better place. Thank you, Lord for Godly Women!
- Michelle Craig
