“She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” (Proverbs 31:27, NIV) The Proverbs 31 woman is an inspiring model of wisdom, diligence,…
Introduction Words are powerful. They can heal or wound, build or destroy, bring life or bring despair. That’s why Proverbs 31:26 (NIV)strikes such a deep chord: “She speaks with wisdom,…
The Proverbs 31 woman isn’t the only picture of strength and dignity in Scripture. Throughout the Bible, we see women who embodied these qualities in unique ways. Their stories show…
Introduction: A Woman Who Laughs at Tomorrow “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” (Proverbs 31:25, NIV) This verse paints a powerful…
“She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes.” (Proverbs 31:24 NIV) When we think about the Proverbs 31 woman, we often picture her as the…
Introduction “Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.” Proverbs 31:23 (NIV) The Proverbs 31 woman has long been…
There was a time in my life when the word *family* did not feel comforting. It did not feel safe, and it certainly did not feel like something I could…
Introduction: A Verse That Speaks Beyond Clothes “She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple.” (Proverbs 31:22 NIV) When I first read this verse,…
Why Fitness is More Than Exercise When we talk about health and wellness, many people immediately think of exercise or dieting. While these are important, true fitness is far more…
“When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for all of them are clothed in scarlet.” – Proverbs 31:21 (NIV) One of my favorite things about the Proverbs…