She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. 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.
Proverbs 31:24-27
True wisdom is an everlasting treasure
The virtuous woman speaks with wisdom, she is wise and honors God with her speech. No words of vanity or harsh commands come out of her mouth. Rather, her tone and her words are encouraging, give hope, and show God’s love. Not only does she demonstrate through her words and wisdom the infinite power of God, but her actions testify of this as well. Genuine wisdom is full of love, tenderness, mercy, and gentleness. She is all of that and beyond. She uses the precious gift of wisdom for the advancement of the Kingdom of God.
” A man shows that he has true wisdom by using the talent of speech to produce music in the souls of those who are trying to do their appointed work and who are in need of encouragement “
My life today – April 17 – Ellen G. White
True wisdom consists of knowing God
The Proverbs 31 woman spends time with the Lord, she spends time studying the Word. It is the true and only way for her to know her God, to be closer to Him. In other words, she goes to the source of true Wisdom itself to be wise.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. - Proverbes 1:7
A little heaven on earth
Her husband, her children, her sisters, brothers, and family can all count on her, by God’s precious grace. She is fitted to bear life’s burdens and her refreshing influence refines those around her. In other words, she makes others happy and blessed by her kindness, thoughtfulness, and gentle courtesy.
Her household never lacks anything, they are well being taken care of. She knows all that is necessary for her to rule her household effectively. This precious woman knows her duties and does not try to avoid them. Last but not least, she certainly does not put herself first. Just as her Saviour, the precious wandering souls are her priority. Christ is her helper and she reflects His character in all that she accomplishes and says. The virtuous woman is a living witness of the presence of God in one’s heart, as a result, she reaches out to others by her sweet actions.
"A prudent wife is from the Lord" - Proverbs 19:14