Introduction

Good morning, church family! Today, we find ourselves turning to the rich tapestry of wisdom and instruction found in the 31st chapter of Proverbs. We are about to embark on an exploration of the divine blueprint for godly womanhood.

In the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon, "You are as much serving God in looking after your own children, and training them up in God’s fear, and minding the house, and making your household a church for God, as you would be if you had been called to lead an army to battle for the Lord of hosts."

So, let us now turn to the scripture for today: [Read Proverbs 31]

Now, let us pray: Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your Word, which is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path. As we open Your Word today, we ask that You would open our hearts. Help us to see the beauty and wisdom in Your design for godly women. May we be inspired by their dedication, their divine duties, and their delightful devotion to Your work. We ask all these things in the name of Jesus, Amen.

Now, are we ready to meet the Proverbs 31 woman? Are we prepared to learn from her wisdom and faithfulness? Let's find out together!

Dedicated Discipleship

The Proverbs 31 woman is not just a woman of virtue, but a woman of dedicated discipleship. Her life is a testament to her unwavering commitment to God and His work. Her actions, her decisions, her very way of life, all point to a deep and abiding love for God.

She is a woman who understands that discipleship is not just about following God, but about being transformed by Him. It's about allowing God to shape and mold you into the person He wants you to be. It's about surrendering your will to His, and trusting Him to guide your steps.

The first thing we notice about the Proverbs 31 woman is her character. "Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies."

Her character isn’t born out of convenience or circumstance. It comes from a deep and abiding relationship with God. She’s the kind of person who is cultivated through prayer, through the study of God's Word, and through the practice of godly living.

Her character is not just for show. It's not just a facade she puts on when she's around others. It's a part of who she is. It's woven into the very fabric of her being. It's reflected in her actions, in her words, and in her thoughts. It's evident in the way she treats others, in the way she manages her household, and in the way she conducts her business.

The second thing we notice about the Proverbs 31 woman is her industrious nature. "She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands."

She is not a woman who shies away from hard work. She is not a woman who expects others to do for her what she can do for herself. She is a woman who rolls up her sleeves and gets to work.

But her industrious nature is not just about being busy. It's about using her time, her talents, and her resources to serve God and others. It's about making the most of what God has given her, and using it for His glory.

The third thing we notice about the Proverbs 31 woman is her wisdom. "She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness."

She is a woman who speaks with wisdom, who offers counsel and advice that is grounded in the Word of God. She is a woman who understands the power of words, and who uses her words to build up, to encourage, and to bless.

But her wisdom is not just about knowing the right thing to say. It's about knowing when to say it, and how to say it. It's about understanding the needs of others, and responding with compassion and grace. It's about listening more than speaking, and learning more than teaching.

The fourth thing we notice about the Proverbs 31 woman is her fear of the Lord. "Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that fears the Lord, she shall be praised."

She is a woman who reveres God, who respects His authority, and who submits to His will. She is a woman who understands that her worth is not found in her looks, her accomplishments, or her status, but in her relationship with God.

But her fear of the Lord is not just about reverence and respect. It's about trust and obedience. It's about believing in God's promises, and living in accordance with His commands. It's about seeking God's will in all things, and striving to please Him in all ways.

As we consider these aspects of the Proverbs 31 woman, we are challenged to examine our own lives. Are we living lives of dedicated discipleship? Are we allowing God to shape and mold us into the people He wants us to be? Are we using our time, our talents, and our resources to serve God and others? Are we speaking with wisdom, and responding with compassion and grace? Are we revering God, trusting in His promises, and striving to please Him in all ways?

The Proverbs 31 woman is a model of godly discipleship. She is a reminder that our relationship with God is not just about believing in Him, but about becoming like Him. She is a challenge to us all, to live lives of dedicated discipleship, to the glory of God.

Divine Duties

As we move forward, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of the divine duties of godly women in the church ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO