When people talk about the Proverbs 31 woman, it can sometimes feel like an unattainable role. Does this ideal woman wake up at 4 a.m. everyday, runs a real estate business, homeschools her kids, bakes bread from scratch, has a perfect family and never breaks a sweat?! But when we actually read Book of Proverbs 31, we see something much more relatable and encouraging.
She’s not perfect, she’s faithful. The Proverbs 31 woman is you and me.
The Proverbs 31 woman works hard, undoubtedly yes. She takes care of her home, loves her husband and kids, makes wise decisions, and looks ahead instead of just getting through the day. But this isn’t about being busy for the sake of being busy. It’s about being intentional. She understands that her home, her family, and her responsibilities are gifts from the Lord, and she treats them that way.
One of my favorite parts is that her strength comes from her relationship with God. It says she is “clothed with strength and dignity.” That doesn’t mean she never feels tired or overwhelmed. It means her identity isn’t shaken by those moments. Her confidence is rooted in her faith in Jesus Christ.
The Proverbs 31 woman isn’t about perfection. She’s about being unwavering and steadfast in the everyday messes and challenges – caring for children, cooking dinner, managing a budget, loving her family, speaking kindly. It’s the small, consistent acts of obedience that matter most. And that’s something we can all grow in, one day at a time.
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