Proverbs 31:10-31

Proverbs 31 is written by a mother looking for a wife for her son. As I look for a godly wife for my sons, I revised it a small bit to reflect these days.

Who can find a capable wife? Her value is greater than any gemstone. Her husband will trust her and she will lack nothing. She will be a blessing all the days of her life. She will be a wise consumer who purchases quality items at a low price. She will shop the sales at the local grocery and provide good meals for her family. She will work hard even if it means getting up early or staying up late to provide for her family’s needs. She will watch for opportunities to provide a little extra income when there is a need. She will be generous to those in need. She will make sure everyone has the clothing they need and maintain her home in a God honoring way. Her husband will be respected because his wife is a great helper to him. Strength and honor are her clothing and she will have peace and a joyful heart at the days to come. She will open her mouth with wisdom and loving instruction will be on her tongue. Her children will call her blessed and her husband will also praise her. Though her outward beauty may dim with the years, she will become more and more radiant as she grows in her relationship with the Lord. Others will see her good works and glorify the Father in Heaven. (I should add and she will love her mother in law.)

Ask God to help you be the Proverbs 31 woman your family needs you to be.