“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Proverbs 31:30 (NIV) “Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised.” Proverbs 31:30 (NLT) “Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades.  The woman to be admired […]

“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Proverbs 31:29 (NIV) “There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” Proverbs 31:29 (NLT) “Many women have done wonderful things, but you’ve outclassed them all!” Proverbs 31:29 (Message) Verse 29 is so very special.  Every verse before this […]

“Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her” Proverbs 31:28 (NIV) “Her children stand and bless her.  Her husband praises her:” Proverbs 31:28 (NLT) “Her children respect and bless her; her husband joins in with words of praise:” Proverbs 31:28 (Message) As I began pondering this verse in my […]

“She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” Proverbs 31:27 (NIV) “She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness.” Proverbs 31:27 (NLT) “She keeps an eye on everyone in her household, and keeps them all busy and productive.” Proverbs 31:27 (Message) According to […]

“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” Proverbs 31:26 “When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.” Proverbs 31:26 “When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly.” Proverbs 31:26 I say dumb things.  I say things at the wrong […]