Proverbs 31:20: She extends her hand to the poor, yes, she reaches out her hands to the needy.
Insight
Whether it be sewing or cooking, taking care of the children or assisting her husband in family business, she is faithfully doing her share. Note that she works willingly; it is not a matter of compulsion but compassion. She loves her husband and therefore seeks to please him. This ideal woman does not spend the morning in bed; she is up early to do her tasks and, if necessary, she stays up late at night . While there are sometimes emergencies and situations that require women to work outside the home, it must be remembered that even there her first responsibility is to her family. 1
Application
Do not let a widow under sixty years old be taken into the number, and not unless she has been the wife of one man, well reported for good works: if she has brought up children, if she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed every good work. 1 Timothy 5:9–10
This is such a wonderful testimony that describes the life of a woman that did not get caught up in worldly living and social pressures. She stayed focused on her calling from God. She let Him direct her life towards her husband, and her children, and her community. She was known for her good works and not complaining or gossip. Such a wonderful example for everyone to follow.
Motivation
Blessed is he who considers the poor; The Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. Psalm 41:1
What matters most to God should matter most to us. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Father, thank You for leading me away from the world and towards Godly living.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1993). Wiersbe’s Expository Outlines on the Old Testament (Pr 31:13–22). Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
