Wednesday, January 28, 2009

A wife of noble character - Part 4

Proverbs 31:26-31
"She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:
Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate."

Proverbs 31:26-31 (Kara's convictions)
She thinks before she speaks and prays for wisdom. She is an inspiring role model for her children. She holds others accountable, but also has a teachable spirit.
Her family is her first priority, following the Lord. She cares for and serves them with love; never putting them aside for selfish desires.
Her children admire her and see God's love through her words and actions. Her husband loves and respects her and is quick to tell her so.
She is a woman respected above all others, although is she unaware, due to her humility.
She never dwells on if she's "good enough". She doesn't concern herself with measuring up her personality and appearance with others. Her respect and devotion to the Lord bring her the greatest joy and peace.
Earthly rewards are of no concern, her reward lies in heaven.

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