Today’s the day we start our Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series with Angelica! So many women are working and striving to become the Virtuous Woman we read about in our bible. But sadly, many have not done a full Proverbs 31 Bible Study. That’s what this virtuous woman Bible study is all about! And I hope you’re ready to dig in!
Today’s video lesson is my introduction to the Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series. I want to be sure you are prepared, have all of your materials, and you’re ready to rock and roll for this very special virtuous woman bible study series!
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Let me ask you this. . .
Do you ever get a tad overwhelmed when you read about the Proverbs 31 Woman? Like you don’t match up to all of who she is and what she does?
Tune-in to today’s Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study video lesson, as I demystify this Virtuous Woman! She’s not as mysterious as you may think. . .
Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Video Lesson
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Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Notes
- The Proverbs 31 Woman isn’t just about her deeds, but her character as a virtuous woman!
- Good, Godly character starts within your heart. So guard it and allow the Holy Spirit to mold it.
- The entire Proverbs 31 Woman chapter is actually a teaching written from a mother to her son.
- We need to be sure we are teaching our sons about the character of a Godly Proverbs 31 wife. Let’s not leave it up to chance! Legacy and eternity are on the line!
- I’m also sharing a few of my favorite Bible Study Resources!
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- Strong’s Concordance (never study your bible without this!)
- Halley’s Bible Handbook
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- Here is a video explaining how I use some of these resources and why they are my favorites!
Now Keep Reading About The Virtuous Woman!
Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study – Day 1 Overview
The Introduction
I have found that many women get so overwhelmed with reading about this virtuous woman. They often question whether or not they can live up to these supposed “Proverbs 31 Woman” standards of living. (I know that’s how I used to feel.)
It can seem like an impossible standard to reach because she seems so perfect! After all, the Proverbs 31 Woman raises the bar of what we should aspire to be like.
I want to share this with you, though. . .
. . .it’s not about her deeds that makes her the epitome of womanhood, but it’s her character!
The Proverbs 31 Woman is a woman of noble, impeccable character.
In our Proverbs 31 Bible Study, we are going to dig deep into the characteristics of the Proverbs 31 Woman. We’ll be asking ourselves hard questions and evaluating where we stand and where we need to grow, as Proverbs 31 women — virtuous women who are sold out for Christ!
The real question we should be asking ourselves is not how can I be like her, but how can I have the character of the Proverbs 31 Woman?
(That shifts things a bit doesn’t it?)
You see, character leads to deeds.
Good, Godly character will always lead to good, Godly deeds. And well, not so Godly character will eventually lead to not so Godly deeds.
This Proverbs 31 Bible Study will show you how to grow in your Godly character, this way the Godly deeds will just flow from your spirit and you’ll be more like Christ!
Related: Everything You Never Knew About The Proverbs 31 Woman
What Is Noble Character? The Proverbs 31 Woman Is A Woman Of Noble Character
A Virtuous Woman Guards Her Heart
So then where does good, Godly character begin? As a Proverbs 31 Woman, how can we cultivate it?
It starts in our hearts.
Proverbs 4:23 reminds us to guard (or keep) our hearts with all vigilance for out of it springs forth life.
That’s POWERFUL, ladies!!
That word “heart” is the Hebrew word “leb.”
Here’s what it means:
- seat of emotions and passions
- seat of appetites
- conscience
- moral character
If you were to replace “heart” for one of these meanings, in the above scripture, I think you’ll see how important it is for us to take our guarding our hearts seriously. Our hearts encompass our emotions, passions, conscience, and CHARACTER. God wants us, as virtuous women, to guard our hearts because He knows that’s where life happens.
The Proverbs 31 Woman maintains her noble character by guarding her heart because she understands that life flows from it.
Godly character starts in our hearts.
As we journey together in this Proverbs 31 Bible Study, you will learn how to maintain your noble character through Christ and then you’ll be able to live fully in the characteristics of the Proverbs 31 Woman!
I hope you’re excited…I am!
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Who Wrote The Book Of Proverbs 31?
The Historical Background Of The Proverbs 31 Woman
Another really interesting thing about the entire chapter of the Proverbs 31 Woman is at the very beginning, we are told this proverb is a teaching, which King Lemuel’s mother taught him.
How interesting is it that his mother would teach her son about the traits of a Godly, virtuous woman and what to look for in a Proverbs 31 wife?!
Have you sat down and talked to your sons about the character traits of a Godly Proverbs 31 wife?
I wonder how many good, Godly Christian families have taught their sons what to look for in a Proverbs 31 wife so they can carry on their family’s teachings, faith, and legacy to a new generation of Believers?
We certainly have our work cut out for us, as mothers. But we can know this…if King Lemuel’s mother had the foresight to teach her son, then we have all the blueprint we need to teach our sons, too!
One final thing, as you are on this journey through Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study. . .
. . . be open to how the Holy Spirit will move and speak to you about the Proverbs 31 woman character traits and how you can be molded by the hands of The Potter, after her.
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I hope you learned a lot in this introductory video lesson of the virtuous woman! There’s so much more for us to learn and discover in The Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study together!
Be sure to check out the next lesson in The Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series! We’re going to understand what “virtuous” really means. I think you might be pleasantly surprised at what we discover!
Here are other my posts in the Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series:
- Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About The Proverbs 31 Woman
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Companion Workbook
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 1 (Virtuous Woman Character Traits)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 2 (What Does It Mean To Be A “Virtuous” Woman?)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 3 (Being a Proverbs 31 Wife – Are You His “GOOD Thing”?)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 4 (A Willing, Eager Worker)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 5 (How Far Will You Go For Your Loved Ones?
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 6 (Being Mrs. Organized)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 7 (Are You Resourceful With Your Skills?)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 8 (Knowing The Worth Of Your Work)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 9 (Creating A Legacy of Philanthropy)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 10 (Being Prepared For The Seasons Of Life)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 11 (Your Impact On Your Man)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 12 (Are You A Proverbs 31 Business Woman?)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 13 (Speak Wisdom, Kindness, And Life)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 14 (Let Your Husband And Children Praise You!)
- Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series – Day 15 (The One Thing That Matters Most – Eternity)
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I take a counter-culture, deep-dive approach into the characteristics about this virtuous woman and how we can apply them to our lives. It’s not a beat-you-over-the-head-with-an-impossible-standard type of bible study, either.
It’s about liberating you, to know the truth of God’s Word, so you can live in the fullness of your calling and purpose.
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I realized how many times I read the scripture without having a clear understanding of what I am reading. I am very grateful for this study so I can deepen my knowledge in God’s word. There are areas in my life where God wants to work in order bo become more like the Proverbs 31 woman.
I am so glad you’re learning from this study! So glad you’re here with us! 🙂
I think day 1 was good, I find it funny whenever i read this area I always really skip the beginning verses and just start reading about the “proverbs 31 woman”, so I never really paid attention that it was from a mother to a son. I have a 3yo so he is still a little young, but I want to certainly put this into practice and teach him but also be an example for him! I feel like I have been working on a lot of areas in my life right now concerning my relationship with God and I am looking forward to increasing my knowledge through this study and my maturity levels in all the character traits. Thank you! – Ashley
You are on the right track Ashley! I just love that this scripture is just as much for men, as it is for women. Keep raising up your son in a Godly way!
I liked the first lesson. I really need to work on my character and find my true self.
Like most of the comments I have read and heard this scripture but I don’t think it connected until now. My son’s are grown now but I have 5 grandsons! And a plethora of nephews.
This is so powerful that I believe we should be teaching this to our daughters as well.
I believe this Proverbs 31 woman gives, is kind & does things out of the goodness of her heart & with good intentions for her husband, family & to others. An honorable woman. I do admire her. My sons are 25 & 30, and I believe it’s never too late to give guidance & keep in prayer for their future wife(s). As for my thoughts I am thankful for this scripture & am inspired by it. I Love how it is a mother speaking to her son. What a wonderful bible study! Thank you!
I really enjoyed this first lesson. I’ve heard a lot of people speak about the Proverbs woman but up until this moment I never knew that it was a mother speaking to her son ,. Great revelation. Thanks
It changes the perspective doesn’t it, Moneka?!
Never realized that we need to be looking at the character of the woman. I always looked at the deeds and thought “how can I ever live up to thst?” But now I have a new perspective. I have talked to my son about looking to be equally yoked to the woman he was going to spend the rest of his life with, but have never really broken down to him what characteristics to look for.
Just took the pressure off of performance, instead of grooming your character, huh?
This is why I LOVE digging deep into the Word of God!
So glad you’re here!
She is a inspiration to me how she grows in strength and wisdom teaching her son about godly women. It’s a honor to praise our Heavenly Father 4 the love he gives us. I love this lesson so far great testimony
Great reflection, Talisha!
So glad you’re here!
Omg! I just reread the Proverbs 31. I find myself described in almost each verse. It makes me really question the relationship I’m in now, and even though its on it’s last leg, I know I’m doing the right thing by letting go, because reading the scripture made it more evident that he does not know what he has, and that’s why he doesn’t really value it as much as he should due to his own insecurities and lack of trust. I will not lower my standards or who I am (A PROVERBS 31 WOMAN) for anyone.
What an eye opener, I never thought to sit down with my some and talk to him about the traits of a Godly woman and what to look for, I always thought that just by me being a good role model as woman, mother that that was enough teaching in itself.
I know I have a lot to work on and I know I don’t measure up but I know God has me on the right track because it’s his desire and my will that will help me on this journey to discover the true essence of who I really am in Christ. I understand now it’s not all about doing a good deed but your character will lead you to do good deeds.
I don’t measure up, my character is flawed, I just recently took a step back to check myself and found that my struggle is with myself and trusting Gods love until. I get my Character in line with the word of God. My life will continue to look like me walking in the same circle. This Bible study came at the right time. I’m excited about change, my Character, and falling in love with God all over again. Thank you for the support, God Bless you for what your doing.
Hello, My name is Keera and Today is day one. My major takeaway was the importance of Guarding your heart. I looked up this verse in several versions. The scripture had many key words like Guard, Heart, Vigilance, Diligence, and Keep. Another thing that stood out was that we are responsible for our character and teaching it to the next generation. I’m currently single with no kids or a significant love one. This devotional made me revisit the qualities that I want in a mate. As far as how I measure up as a Proverbs 31 woman… I feel that I’m not completely there but I’m striving to be All that God wants me to Be.
I signed up and the kids had me busy and I couldn’t sit down and study like I wanted to! As a homeschool mama it’s hard sometimes to find a moment! I am going through now because late is better then never right? Thank you for providing this study! I am so excited to sit down and do it! The Proverbs 31 woman has always seemed inspiring to me but I’m also a bit intimidated. I cannot wait to see how you teach us to be more like her.
It’s all good! It’s a self-study and will be here when you’re ready to dig in!
Anyone who reads Proverbs 31 can tell that this woman is filled with kindness, love, compassion. She is giving and honest and respectful of things and people. She shows great strength and character. It appears as those around her also hold a great amount of respect for her as well. I think that striving to build strong character is a great goal to achieve, but I also think we should not directly compare ourselves to this woman in so much that we discourage ourselves. We need to dive into God’s word and allow Him to speak to us and fill our hearts with Godly things and I believe we can achieve great character. It isn’t about what we can do, but what HE can do through us.
I have spoken to my child vaguely about the type of man she should look for in a spouse, but I have failed to really dive into deeper discussion. I want her to know the kind of man to look and pray for. I admire this woman for taking the time to sit with her son and discuss such an important topic with him.
I am going to apply this to my life by taking more time to discuss this with my daughter. It is my prayer that through this Bible study, I will allow the Lord to do a great work inside me, so I can develop more and become more like the Proverbs 31 woman.
As many time as I have read the Proverbs 31 I have never seen it this away “being a Proverbs 31 Woman isn’t about your deeds, but your character”. My feelings about how I measure up to the character traits of this Godly woman is I feel that I am slacking in so many areas. Wow so many times you say you want to be like this person or that person, but you never hear anything one say I want her traits. Wow mind is on overload but its a good thang.
This was a great reminder to me to slow down. I’m thankful for this study as I had started spending less and less time with God. When life keeps us busy it can keep us focused on our deeds vs our character. Staying too busy, taking on one too many tasks, can leave us burning the candle at both ends and our character being not always our best. I read this this morning and it goes right along with this. God is working. And Hebis always on time.
“Lord, take me where you want me to go, Let me meet who you want me to meet, tell me what you want me to say, and keep me out of your way.”
Hi there. I am a few days late and finally had the chance to start on day 1. I definitely need to work on myself and am definitely lacking in some traits. I really enjoyed the video too. I am looking forward to learning more.
By the way Angelica I am a mother of 5 daughters.
As I was recording Proverbs 31:10 in the workbook, the first thought that came to my mind was that NONE of the qualities [(spiritual, capable, intelligent, noble and virtuous – Amplified translation)] describing this woman are predicated on her outward appearance!! These qualities are all INTERNAL and considered to be PRICELESS!!
My second thought was that I need to focus on the “internals” within God’s own temple – ME!! My prayer is that He will open my eyes to see what is going on with my heart, mind & soul and transform these aspects of who I am as His temple via the power of the Holy Spirit.
YES!! Such good insights!!
I just started today and I’m really excited. I have always had a desire about getting closer to God and reading/understanding the word more. After reading Proberbs 31 I realize that being a virtuous woman comes from within more than what you have on the outside. I do have some characteristics but I can definitely use some work.
So glad you’re here!
After listening to the teaching today I realized that I have talked very little to my children about thei future wife’s or husband to my daughter. They are all adults and living independently from me. I tried to live a life of good character following God’s word and also asking for wisdom in all I do. Thanks for such encouraging message .
I am so excited to be getting started. I too enjoyed your statement ” A Proverbs 31 Women is less about your deeds and more about your character. I hope to have my character measure up with the Proverbs 31 Woman some day.
And you will!
As a a Pastor my thought life is already filled with insecurities and “measuring upl especially with my male counterparts. Not to be like them but simply to impact those around me . This study re-directs my thoughts and heart to a more authentic form of worship work on me not to measure up but to level up in my Godly Character such a great nudge and reminder it’s not about what you do but how you do it 🙂
#godlycharacterp31#
YES!’ Godly character for the win!! So glad you’re here!
I am liking the sound of this new shift in my life. I love the introduction and it has given me confirmation that signing up for this bible study was the right move. I continuously let down the guard with my heart and it has always been misused. I can not wait to indulge in this study.
So glad you’re here!
As I just went through the first days introductory lesson I am inspired to look inward at my character to find out what traits I need to work on, obviously with the help of the Holy Spirit.
I always had this perception that the Proverbs 31 woman was perfect in every aspect. She was fully capable of running her house, working and being the perfect wife. I felt this lady was nonexistent. As I read, the traits this woman holds is obtainable. I feel there are some areas that I need to be consistent with in my life.
I feel like I fail daily. I’m learning to have even better character. I’ve worked very hard to be a better woman than prior. But I still feel I truly need to get into action build a better character for God . I can never measure up.
I love studying the Proverbs 31 woman. I’ve always found her to be intimidating and felt like a complete failure when I measured myself to her. Then I did a study at the beginning of the year with some young women I mentor and started seeing her in a different light. I’m navigating through a dry and sad season right boy I feel a strong pull to this study- I know God is leading me and I am eager to see what He has in store for me here
I’m just beginning today and I feel inspired already just listening to you talk about guarding our hearts and working on Godly character traits. I’m encouraged to teach my daughter what to look for in a spouse and listen to what God has to say to me! Thanks for this opportunity to study with you!
I started today I believe that the tongue can cause so much harm and hurt. Yet the tongue of a Virtuous Wife is the law of kindness. This tells me that we should always lift people up with our words. I pray that God continues to use me in ways that I can grow and be more like him.
Never realized that we need to be looking at the character of the woman. I always looked at the deeds and thought “how can I ever live up to that?” But now I have a new perspective. I think day 1 was good, I find it funny whenever i read this area I always really skip the beginning verses and just start reading about the “proverbs 31 woman”, so I never really paid attention that it was from a mother to a son. I’ve been working on a lot of areas in my life right now concerning my relationship with God and I am looking forward to increasing my knowledge through this study and my maturity levels in all the character traits. Thank you!
I’m so excited to be a part of this bible study. I’m really not sure how I will measure up to this Proverbs 31 woman; but with God all things are possible. As you have stated Godly character=Godly deeds and I’m claiming this for myself. I want to see a transformation that can only be produced by God. I’m so ready for the next lesson. Praying for myself but other women as well Amen.
Character is what defines you. I know I need much improvement in this area. I want a deeper and richer understanding of GOD’s word. Be blessed
I’m looking forward to this bible study. From what I can see I have a lot to learn. I’m very excited about it. Thank you .
I just finished reading about the Proverbs 31 woman and I’m blown away that this chapter was written by a mother for her son. I think that is awesome.
I enjoyed the first day of this Bible study. I, too was focused on deeds and not character. Thank you for such a great understanding.
I’m really excited. I desire a closer walk with God reading/understanding the word more will allow me to do just that. I enjoy the introduction and looking forward to my spiritual growth as a virtuous woman.
So excited to go deeper into one of my favorite scriptures in a new way! I have done a lot of studying on this and other personal studies but my soul is so excited to learn even more from what God has showed you to share with all of us! Personal Bible studies are crucial for growth. I believe it helps us grow deep roots and helps sustain us and then we can help others. What a beautiful way to look at Proverbs 31 woman through character and not just deeds. My prayer is that through this study I will have an even deeper walk than before and become all that God wants me to be as a woman, wife, mother, and friend! Thank you Angelica for sharing your heart and what God has revealed to you! Blessings!
I enjoyed reading your post, Angelica is doing a good thing for us sisters. Your work and reading your post will only strengthen me to move forward in building my character as a Proverbs 31 woman I will continue working on dedicating my heart my life and every part of me to serve the Lord who has done so much for me. I will be committed.
I have some of these traits always working on more
I have a lot to share just not sure how to word it. I don’t want it to come out as a complaint or grip. I NEED God in a big way. My son is 24 and daughter 20 and my natural mind tells me it’s to late for this study on a virtuous woman. I don’t measure up to that woman I know in my heart that this is where I need to be. I have a control issue in many ways and I’m ready to let God have the drivers seat. Mostly because He has been working on me and making me aware of my thoughts, speaking and actions and I’m not liking what I see. So I thank you for inviting me to join this Bible study. If this isn’t what you want to hear let me know. My mom wasn’t that woman either and I see her come out in me more and more everyday. I don’t want my daughter and granddaughter to carry on our attitude. I know it’s not to late.
Thank you for sharing your heart with me!
Keep going and studying God’s Word and you will be the woman he’s designed you to be in no time!
I’m so glad you’re here!
I found this lesson to be very intriguing and I want to learn more. I understand what the lesson is talking about and what I need to be looking at in myself. Despite this in looking for the focus scripture for today I am lost. To me it seemed like it was focusing on the whole chapter not just one scripture. Can someone help me?
Yes! It was the whole chapter!
I just started this Bible Study. I am looking forward to doing this. I have a few of these characteristics, but need a lot of work. Thank you.
I’m always looking for a way to get closer to God and get immersed in his word. I feel that Proverbs 31 Woman is a good step in that direction. Speaking for myself, I can always use some improvement on my character. I look forward to the next video.
I just completed day 1 of the study and WOW! I am so thankful to God and to you for this study! I had to grin when I read that Proverbs 31 is a mother teaching her son about a godly wife. How precious and tender is that- wow. My son just got engaged to a beautiful woman and as his mom- I prayed well before he was able to choose a bride. Reading about this beautiful virtuous woman prompted me to pray that we would all be God’s beautiful virtuous women because frankly- we are daughters of the KING. I am dancing in my office. wooopwooop!
WHOOHOO!! Congratulations to your son!
Not as an measurement like that, have a .lot more to do and learn, I always try to do Godly ways and to have a Godly character at times, and to do the things God want me to do from my heart, needing God everyday and minute of my life for improvement and to work on me to have Godly. Character within my heart
My character is a reflection of mt beliefs. Proverbs 31 woman is unshakeable. I want to be more like her, but I look at circumstances around me and tend to go with what is seen and felt.
I am proud of myself for doing my best and being a Proverbs 31 woman in character through the development of the Holy Spirit over the years. I even went through a season where I had my son study Proverbs by writing the scriptures. I learned that I need to do better with guarding my heart and am excited as well as nervous to be here.
I enjoyed the introduction video. I am not sure how my character may measure up to the character of the proverb 31 woman but I pray it will as I go deeper into this study.
I have read this passage several times before, but not with the same perspective as looking at the character. Have two Son’s of my own, I now know how important it is to teach them to look for the characteristic traits of the women they shall become equally yoked with as they prepare their lives for marriage. As well as helping them become godly men worthy of a Proverbs 31 Women.
I am so enthused to just be a part of this bible study. I have been asking GOD to help me be that Proverbs 31 woman. But I must understand that everyone around me doesn’t have that same goal. So often in church, the work place women are trying to compete with each other which causes so much friction my prayer is lord help me to be in tuned with you and cleanse me so that I can be able guard my heart not letting tainted things come in.
Let me just say I am loving Proverbs, I have to be honest, this is my second time reading Proverbs, but today was like reading it for the first time.
I am loving the study of the word of God. I do see myself as a Noble Wife, married for 13 years and 2 children, my prayers have always been about God guiding me to be the Wife and Mother that I am today.
Again I am so excited to be part of the Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study. Thank you.
I’m happy to hear this! So glad you’re here!
As I reflect on the godly character of the Proverbs 31 Woman, I realize it can only be found in Christ when I surrender to His will and plans for my life. It is His spirit working through my life to honor Him.
Hello! This morning is day one of the Proverbs 31 woman bible study for me. I really enjoyed the introduction of this study. Many times I’ve been told that I have characteristics of the Proverbs 31 woman. My mom taught me early on about this woman and she was indeed this woman herself. My mom passed away (it will be 2 years on the 30th of January) and it was amazing to see how many people showed up and acknowledged so much of this virtuous woman she was; her character, her drive, her positivity, and most important, her example. It is amazing to me how when people see me and automatically they y’all about the legacy of my mother. I aspire to be just like her as I grow old. I’ve made up my mind that I want to be a vessel of God, and everywhere that I go I want others to see the light of God inside of me. Last year was tough for me! I felt completely drained physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I focused on taking care of everyone else except me. I consumed myself in work and my kids, leaving very little time for my husband (our schedules are so conflicting which makes it even harder) or myself. I realized that I wasn’t okay…the depression from losing my mom, adapting to having a newborn after eight years, being a teacher, and the rock of my family (still taking care of my younger siblings and being there for my dad); I let I had nothing else left. This year I promised myself that I would be intentional about taking care of myself this year. Filling myself up with positivity, and the word of God so that I could feel okay again and give my 100% to my husband, kids, students, and family again. This is what made me sign up for this bible study. To assist me in being filled with what I need to be okay and a vessel of God. I’m so excited to dig deeper and be filled with the wisdom and knowledge of the Proverbs 31 woman. It makes me even more excited to learn more and pass this to my daughter as she grows just like my mom did for me, and also my son…for him to know what exactly to look for in a wife when he gets older. I’m so excited to be the best wife, mother, and example to others starting right now!!!
I’m so sorry you lost your mom. Praying for your heart to grieve and heal in its own timing. So glad you found us! You are welcomed here!