April 13 – Proverbs 31:25
Proverbs 31:25 Amplified Strength and dignity are her clothing and her position is strong and secure. She rejoices over the future — the latter day or time to come [knowing that she and her family are in readiness for it]! clothed — that would be for her own protection, and it would also be what others would see of her. strength — physical maybe yes, but don’t you sense it being moral and spiritual? Strength is for what?... Read More
April 12 – Proverbs 31:24
Proverbs 31:24 NIV She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. How do we do this today? Do we do this today? I might go back to the Amplified version of verse 16 first — don’t court neglect of your present duties by assuming others. BUT — I know you’re wanting to be able to stay at home. Ask God to open your eyes. Is there a skill or gift you have, a product you might make that is marketable?... Read More
April 11 – Proverbs 31:23
Proverbs 31:23 NIV Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land. So what does this have to do with wives? Everything. In For Women Only, the men tell us — “If a man knows that his wife believes in him, he is empowered [notice that word?] to do better in every area of his life. A man tends to think of life as a competition and a battle, and he can energetically go duke it out if he can... Read More
April 10 – Proverbs 31:22
Proverbs 31:22 NIV She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple. Diligence and excellence — that’s what I see here. Her hands are busy, providing. She is not only clothed in linen, but “fine linen.” White, probably. Same description for the clothing of the church in Revelation 19:8 — “fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.” Wow. And... Read More
April 9 – Proverbs 31:21
Proverbs 31:21 NIV When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet. Amp – ….are doubly clothed in scarlet. KJV note – scarlet or double garments. An interesting verse! Because of the scarlet/double thing, I looked it up in Strong’s. “Sani” means scarlet, but “seni” means second or again or another. If I understand right, the Hebrew didn’t use vowels, so... Read More
April 8 – Proverbs 31:20
Proverbs 31:20 NIV She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. Opening her arms — to draw them in and embrace them? Writing a check is so much easier! The “poor and needy” can mean lots of things. Some very rich people are poor and needy. Loving a needy person can be “messy,” time-consuming, and often frustrating and thankless. But often you hear your Father’s “well-done.” To... Read More
April 7 – Proverbs 31:19
Proverbs 31:19 NIV In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. Sounds like we’re being encouraged to multitask! Or rub your tummy and pat your head. HaHa. Anyway…… look at verses 18-22 as a whole picture. This is a capable woman. “Vigorous.” “Strong.” Is she spinning in the evenings after dark? Has that extra time in the evening enabled her to make clothes for all... Read More
April 6 – Proverbs 31:18
Proverbs 31:18 NIV She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. NASB – She senses that her gain is good…. Amp – She tastes and sees that her gain from work [with and for God ] is good. Remember all the times we’ve stood back and admired a finished project — a clean room, a canner of beans, a painted chicken coop — and said, “We’re being scriptural!”? (to... Read More
April 5 – Proverbs 31:17
Proverbs 31:17 NIV She sets about her work vigorously, her arms are strong for her tasks. As I’ve gotten less strong, I can really see the value in this. It does help you in your work. Paul says bodily exercise helps a little, and this must be where that “little” is! This also seems to say, “Get in there and do it and get it done.” I’ve wasted so much time avoiding something, and when I actually tackled it, it... Read More
April 4 – Proverbs 31:16
Proverbs 31:16 Amplified She considers a new field before she buys or accepts it –expanding prudently [and not courting neglect of her present duties by assuming others]. With her savings [of time and strength] she plants fruitful vines in her vineyard. I like the Amplified version here. Pray about what to take on. You just moved into a new house and are having a baby this summer — just planting a salsa garden sounds — well,... Read More
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