It’s Day 7 of our Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study!
Today, we’re going to dig into Proverbs 31:16:
She considers a field and buys it;
with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard.
In yesterday’s lesson, we learned being a Proverbs 31 Woman is about being well organized and prepared is not only a blessing to your family, but to those who come alongside us to help us, in our lives. You can get caught up with yesterday’s lesson here!
Today’s video lesson we will look at resourcefulness and putting our skills to work for the good of our family. We’ll begin to see a recurring theme of being a willing, eager worker, as a Proverbs 31 Woman.
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Let me ask you this. . .
They say it takes skills to pay the bills, right?
While I do believe our husbands are to be the providers of our homes, I think it’s also important for a woman to have skills she can use to bless her family financially and add her family’s household budget for the “extras.”
Tune into today’s video lesson, as we take a deep dive into this woman’s skills and how she used them to benefit her household!
Bible Study Notes
- It is important to be intentional with your decision-making and use of your skills for your family. There’s no room for hasty decisions. Be purposeful!
- Put your skills to work for the good of your husband and family.
- The choice of a vineyard was purposeful and likely had generational benefits for her family, but it also required hard work!
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Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study – Day 7
(Are You Resourceful With Your Skills?)
In this verse, we see a recurring theme about her work ethic and being resourceful.
The word CONSIDERS is the Hebrew word “zamam.”
Here’s what it means:
- inspects
- have inner thoughts
- debating within oneself
- purpose in one’s heart
- propose to oneself
In other words, the Proverbs 31 Woman was purposeful in her decision making about buying this land. She had a sort of deliberation going on within herself, as she considered this field to prior to buying.
Notice it did not say ‘she saw the land and hurried to go buy it.’
NOPE!
This woman was thoughtful in her decision making. She wanted to see if the land would suit her needs.
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During my days as an engineer and real estate agent, one of the things we would do before either buying land and especially before building on land, was to see if the land “perks.” This basically meant being sure the land was suitable to build upon, mainly for the purposes of a handling a sewage system of some kind.
It was one of several tests we would conduct on the soil and land to be sure it was suitable for building upon.
It was obvious this woman had an intentional purpose for the land, otherwise she would not have considered it (inspect, debate within herself, purpose in her heart, propose to herself).
She needed it for a vineyard, so she took the time needed to determine if this land would suit her ultimate goal. I appreciate the Proverbs 31 Woman for not being hasty, in her decision-making! She gives us a model to follow when making decisions that will have a legacy kind of impact on our families!
Putting Her Skills To Work
We also notice the Proverbs 31 Woman puts her skills to work, for the good of her husband and family – not just herself.
So, after purchasing the land, she plants a vineyard. There are a few points of significance here.
The first one being, she was not sitting idle waiting for things to “magically” happen. She wasn’t waiting for something to just fall into her lap. She went out there and she made them happen by planting a vineyard.
We see this recurring theme of the Proverbs 31 Woman being willing, eager worker, in this case, as a way to provide more resources for her family.
(I am not saying she is taking on the role of provider. That’s definitely her husband’s job. She is, however, coming alongside her husband, using her skillset and wisdom, to help increase the resources of her household. She is bringing “good” to her husband and family.)
Think for a moment. . .
What is your skillset? How could you put to work for the good and blessing of your family?
The Choice Of A Vineyard Wasn’t By Happenstance
The other point of significance I want to point out to you is the Proverbs 31 Woman’s choice of agriculture.
She could’ve have chosen anything to plant in that land, but she chose a vineyard!
We know vineyards produce grapes, which are ultimately used for wine in everyday life, celebrations and worship. It was one of the most valued produce in the Israelite culture, as it has was a staple, in their lives, and had longevity, for generations.
Here’s what you may not know – owning a vineyard was TEDIOUS work! (And oftentimes tending to one was viewed as a menial chore.)
As I researched vineyards, here’s what I discovered:
- The vines had to be trained to grow a certain way, as not to become tangled.
- The first few years, they did not harvest the grapes for household use, as they wanted to be sure the vines were well tended to, during the formative years.
- During this time there was constant pruning, resoiling, clearing of weeds, and training of vines (also known as husbandry).
The Proverbs 31 woman knew all of this prior to deciding to plant a vineyard, yet she did it anyways.
Perhaps she had the understanding of the long terms needs of her family and community for wine, in their everyday lives, celebrations, and worship.
Perhaps she had the foresight to know the value of the land would increase, by having a vineyard planted there.
Perhaps she had the vision of being able to provide an inheritance for her children’s children through the vineyard.
Whatever her reasoning, we can see she gave much thought to this and was still willing to plant a vineyard, knowing full well the hard work it would entail to maintain and produce grapes, to be used for wine and other things — and a blessing to her family!
Once again, we see the willingness and eagerness of this woman to be a worker for her family’s legacy.
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Be sure to check out the next lesson in The Proverbs 31 Woman Bible Study Series! We’re going to talk about understanding the worth and value of your work.
Let’s Chat!
Today, we learned about resourcefulness and putting our skills to work for the good of our family. How can you use your skills and the things you do well to benefit your family, friends, community, etc.? I’d love to hear your thoughts! You can chime in, by clicking here!
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wow you have shifted my bible view, this verse especially, how hard we work in our business so we can prosper, and show our family how important it is to be successful in our jobs, and how to run a business that one day can be theirs. these 7 days have been an opener. Thanks.
Today’s #7 study is a wonderful encouraging study! I feel motivated by it! I am currently recently a housewife, looking for a job. But want to use my time & skills at home to benefit my home & be helpful to my husband. I will pray, get organized, not be idle & move fwd in my now. I will move with purpose. I am learning so much as we do each study, P31 woman is so inspiring. Thank you & God Bless you!❤
I am the same, although I watch 2 children during the day I get confused do I pay all my attention the them, or keep my house clean ect
Over the years thru life experiences, I have become very resourceful. If my family need anything, I know how to research to see where to go and buy or call or seek out by surfing the web to figure what I need to do to fulfill a need. My husband admired how I know what the family need and how to go about to get it.
Hi, I was reading the part about how the proverbs 31 woman can leave a legacy for her children. I am 45 years old and I’m a hairdresser. Both my kids are grown. I have no idea what I could leave them as an inheritance.
Hi Tina!
You can leave such a WONDERFUL legacy!
A legacy of prayer, worship, praise.
As a hair dresser:
Hard work
Tenacity
Loyalty
Customer service
Plus!
Love
Kindness
Joy
Hospitality
Our legacies don’t have to be tangible things. The best legacies are those of character and spiritual pursuits in Christ!
This lesson has me really thinking about the gifts that God has given me. One of my main things to do is take care of my family and just be their for whoever needs me.
Angelica, thank you for your lovely way to present the Word of God! It has been a blessing to me learning today about how the proverbs 31 woman suveyed the land and walked in wisdom as she observed if the land would meet the needs of her family. I love this!!! I pray God gives me continued wisdom for each new situation that will impact my family.
Whenever I do have a husband and kids I’m to have bible studies with my husband and kids I’m already 32 years old I’ve been told by doctors that I can’t have kids but only God himself can give me children
I could use some guidance in my life with this verse. I’m struggling with it. What does the Bible say for the woman who really has nothing left to give. Being a single mom for 20+years, working full time, Son with drug addiction for 7 years (clean now). I’m Battling cancer.
I am at a burnout stage in my life & my thoughts are I cannot put anyone’s needs first anymore or at all. Not even my husband. I’m doing only what I can do to keep myself going.
Is God mad at me for not being able to continue being there for others, using my skills like I used to? I would truly say I was a Proverbs 31 Woman but I don’t fit the description anymore. I’m not sure if I ever really will again.
(((Hugs))) to you and all you’re experiencing in this season of life, Becky.
God isn’t mad or disappointed at you for taking the time you need to heal, breathe, and love on yourself.
He honors that.
Jesús for away from others so he could avoid burnout.
That’s bible.
You are STILL a Proverbs 31 Woman.
May strength and dignity be your clothing!
Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.
Proverbs 31:25
Love this study , but need a little time to catch up. Also doing a bible study at church . It is from Lyra terkeurt the name of study is Finding I Am . Love it .
WOW! Never really looked at it like that; all the hard work, being there for husband, children, family as a Proverbs 31 woman; it opened my eyes more on why. Thank God for the love, tenacity, and will to keep going.
It’s always good to be resourceful and doing more for your family and friends and your neighbors/community, the more the better when everyone helps to be resourceful.
Good morning! Day 7 was great! I can say that it definitely open my eyes to a little more about using my skills to be resourceful. Though, I have a lot of skills that I’ve used while being a single parent of 2, (now the children are grown and Im now remarried) I need to learn how to use my skills in a different way. Now it’s not about children, its about using them in a way as to show honor and respect towards my husband as well as being resourceful and adding extra to the household. Im asking God to help me in this area. Thank you so much for this Bible study! It’s awesome.
Angelica, these lessons continue to bless me and nourish my soul, I am excited to put all of this into practice.
Wonderful! I’m so glad you’re here!
I am going to have to re-read this Lesson. This was deep and mind opening. Sometimes we can take God’s talents/gifts that He has blessed us with for granted, without even knowing, and at the same time, not using them in a way that brings blessings to our family.
I will be purposeful, intentional and resourceful with my skills!
I am loving this study so much. I never thought in detail about this chapter until this study. I am by far not the perfect wife/mother but this is giving me insight and ways to be better at both. I am praying that as I go through this study my husband, daughters (grown) and granddaughters see the difference in me.
A resourceful and kind woman always contemplates the pros and cons before acting. This woman utilized all of her resources by investing money that she earned to build and edify her family and the community she lives in.
Proverbs 31:16 reminds me of making sure the kids are fed and had a bath before bed. Then, in the morning ready to start over with getting the children ready for school or the babysitter, feeding them and the husband breakfast, making lunch, and then go to work. Women usually handle this pretty good until it is time for break. Anyway, it makes me think of all the things wives and mothers do for families. Their skillset consist of supporting famy and their jobs.
Good evening, I am finally caught up with the lesson days, I had had difficulty with my technology in accessing them. Now, that I am able to access them it’s been a pleasure to study; I must say these are some awesome lessons! Previously reading about being that particular virtuous woman in Proverbs 31, was overwhelming at first. Yet, I consider my self a virtuous woman. I wasn’t meeting up to her standards. In Day 1 is was a refreshing to know that being that kind of woman wasn’t so much as the task she was doing, but the development and enhancement of our Godly characteristic. Day 2 it was fascinating to find out the virtuous had a masculine meaning…that she was like silk over steel, but 100% woman. Day 3 being that Godly “good thing” is so true, it’s a trait that my husband compliments me on, and I thank God that knowing that his heart is content with me as his wife brings him joy. Day 4 gave me a different perspective and outlook on how to view my job, I work in education with high risk students; and it can be very challenging, and there were times I wasn’t eager in going to work. But when I read this part or your lesson: Scrubbing toilets means that I have a home with indoor plumbing and people in it, whom I love dearly.
Poopy diapers means I’ve been blessed to be a mother, either by birth or adoption.
Projectile vomit means I have children who are on this side of heaven, which I have the pleasure and honor of caring for.Being an eager, willing worker is really all about perspective. This ministered to me, because I have done these jobs in my lifetime. Day 5 “praylikeagirl” is right up my ally…lol. Day 6 spoke to me I definitely, need to work on my organizational skills, I use to do everything by myself, trying to be superwoman, not asking for help. Thank God, for the wisdom of one of the mother’s of my church who spoke to me about it, and told me that that was consider a form of pride. And I changed that quickly. Yes, my dear it takes skills to pay the bills and Day 7 was a confirmation of what I been feeling about utilizing my skill set to generate some sort of business. Thanks for these lessons, look forward to the rest of the study.
Love the study, practical and helpful. For today’s lesson, I would have liked some reference to a single woman/single mom. I am the sole provider for me and my daughter and must consider us both when making decisions.
I am way behind on my studies. I started this September of 2019. But I am pressing on as I want to be a more virtuous woman for my Lord and Savior and my family, friends, church, and community.
Give yourself grace, Lori. Work through it on your time — on God’s time — and He will bless you.
Love this!!!! Day 7 was motivational for me. It let me know that I’m on the right track. I am a suitable helpmate for my husband. I can use my creative skills for my family. I do the best I can for my family. Still working on some things. Thank you!!!!
Love God’s timing when He is trying to get something to stick in my scattered brain. I’m doing Beth Moore’s study “Chasing Vines” and have learned so much about vineyards, vines and why God chose to use that illustration over and over throughout scripture. And here it is again today in Prov 31. It now resonates with me more clearly. Thanks for the deep dive on the word “considers”….