It’s Day 12 of our Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study!
Today, we’re going to dig into Proverbs 31:24-25
She makes linen garments and sells them,
And supplies sashes for the merchants.Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
In yesterday’s lesson, we learned being a Proverbs 31 Woman means examining how our character and virtue impact our husbands. We also took a deep dive into the whole “pride thing” among men and why that’s so important. You can get caught up with yesterday’s lesson here!
In today’s video lesson we will look at being enterprising and lining up our priorities with God’s. We’ll also delve a bit into having an attitude of joy!
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Let me ask you this. . .
Are there ways you could enterprising for your family? Do you feel God leading you in that direction?
If so, then today’s video lesson is just for you!
Tune in to today’s Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study to learn how you can grow as an enterprising Proverbs 31 Woman!
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Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Notes
- It’s perfectly ok to want to be enterprising and use your skills to bless your family financially. Just be sure your priorities are in order and you’ll see the favor and anointing of God on your efforts!
- We should be clothed in strength and honor. People should see the Glory of God on our lives, just by encountering us!
- SMILE!! A joyous and happy countenance can make a world of difference for you or others!
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Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study – Day 12 Overview
Are You Enterprising?
The Proverbs 31 Woman was enterprising!
She used her skills, as a seamstress or dressmaker and sold her items – much like a direct retailer, where she makes and sells her clothing directly.
She was also a consignor, by bringing her designed items to other merchants to sell for her.
Here we see she has different ways of bringing in additional income to her household, in a way that does not compromise her values.
I believe there is a reason why we don’t hear much about her enterprising abilities until this far into the scripture. It is because God wants to send us a clear and very important message.
That is a message about keeping our priorities in focus and having our homes in order.
If we notice, the Proverbs 31 Woman took care of home FIRST and THEN she went out and became a great enterpriser, businesswoman, and entrepreneur.
She was a willing eager worker, she respected her husband, she reached out to those in need, she was organized and prepared for all the seasons of life.
She took care of home as an excellent homemaker and then she went out and did business.
Our focus must be on “home” first. Once home is established and running well, then God will open up doors for you to move and do other things – like start a business!
Your profitability in business and other enterprising ventures, will be a direct reflection of the profitability of your home.
I truly believe if you want the anointing, grace, and favor of God to show up in your business, take care of home first!
Be great at home, so you can be great when you are out representing your home!
Strength & Honor Are Her Name
Let’s dig around in this a bit!
The word “strength” is the Hebrew word “`oz.”
Here’s what it means:
- Splendor
- Majesty
The word “honor” is the Hebrew word “hadar”
Here’s what it means:
- A holy ornament
- Glory
- Splendor
Let’s replace these words within the verse Proverbs 31:25. . .
Splendor, majesty, and holy ornaments are her clothing.
POWERFUL!
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Think for a moment about the first thing we notice about others. In many cases it’s their clothing.
It could be nice clothing, old clothing, tattered clothing. It doesn’t matter. Usually when we are describing someone we don’t know, we’ll talk about something they are wearing – shirt, hat, sunglasses, etc.
Wouldn’t it be awesome if the first thing people noticed about you were your spiritual garments – those of strength (splendor, majesty) and honor (holy ornaments)?
We are called to be living epistles of Christ and to walk uprightly. We want people to see God’s goodness on us and to be adorned in His Glory!
Remember. . . for some people, you are the only Bible they will ever read. So let’s make that one encounter impactful!
Smile About Tomorrow
The Proverbs 31 Woman rejoices!
It’s important to keep your attitude in a position of joy!
This doesn’t mean you cannot have down days or have moments where you are not happy. We’re human with real emotions.
However happiness and joy are different.
Happiness is circumstantial.
Joy is eternal. It comes from a holy source that only God can give you through Christ.
So, let God’s joy radiate through you and cause a smile to show up on your face!
This makes you approachable to others who may need a kind word, encouragement, or want to encourage you! (You just never know!)
Keep the Lord at the center of your joy! He’ll keep a smile on your countenance!
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I pray today’s lesson blessed you BIG! We have so much more to glean and learn in our 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 talk about using our mouths to speak wisdom, life, and kindness. I’m also showing you 5 quick ways you can accomplish this!
Here are my other 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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Today, we looked at being enterprising and lining up our priorities with God’s. What skills do you have that you could potentially use to be more enterprising? I’d love to hear your thoughts! You can chime in, by clicking here!
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Wow I have learned a lot about the Proverbs 31 Women, I hope that I can learn more and more and be able to use what I have learned and pass it on to my friends and sisters. Be blessed everyone. Amoni.
Day 12, got alittle behind, but getting caught up! Loved today’s study. I am still thinking on what I might do to bless my family with extra income, I thought about doing 1 thing, but am slowly not leaming in that direction so much anymore. But, praying on it and am putting some thought into it. Thank you & God Bless you!
So glad this is helping your grow!
I’m work in the corporate world and because of the high demand, it means working long hours. I need to make sure I’m making my home a priority because working long hours mean I’m tired when I come home and I’m too tired to cook and do other things. I need to ask the Holy Spirit how yo keep my priorities together to ensure I’m not putting work over home.
Another awesome lesson!
Thank you for Day 12! I will keep my priorities in line with God’s will so He can bless my business beyond my wildest dreams!#p31 I have to focus on the home first then I can use my creative skills in Art. The Lord is the center of my joy. Have a bless day.
Our focus must be on home first, once home is established and running well, then God will open up more areas for more streams of income. This woman has great skills.. This is day 12
I have really been getting a lot out of this study each day, it has been very eye awakening and helpful bringing into our time and culture. Thank you for this blessing. For some reason my emails of the daily videos stopped coming after lesson 9 and I haven’t received any from the prayer and affirmation, but did the prayers and affirmation cards. Is there anyway to get the lessons I have missed and get all of them for prayer and affirmation? Thank you so much.
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