One of the sweetest days of the year is Mother’s Day, yet it is also a day that comes with so many emotions Many have lost their mother or may have lost a child. It is this day that reminds us that there are people who have poured in to our lives that have made a difference in our lives.
There are many of those in my life. From my mom, to my wife, to so many other ladies through the year that have made me a better person. Scripture is clear that godliness and Christ-likeness are vitally important. Think about it.
Proverbs 31:28-29 NLT
Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: 29 “There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!”
It is in Proverbs 31 where we find so much about the women who have made us stronger and strengthened our faith in God. Hey are some things that stick out in this chapter:
A godly person must be a person that can be trusted (see verse 11). A great encourager is highly trusted.
A person who seeks God does good to others (see verses 12,15 and 20). They will be known for serving others, those close to them and those they barely know.
This person is know because they stay strong, stay wise, stay at their calling (see verses 17-19). Strength is first inside and shows on the outside.
A great and godly person will live with character (see verses 25-27). Character counts always.
And finally this person will let others bless them (see verses 28-31) and not themselves.
That is just a few things that I have seen in the ladies who have been an encouragement and blessing to me through the years. I am grateful for each and every one that left my life different and more like Jesus.
May we be that kind of person for many others.
Proverbs 31:30-31 NLT
Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. 31 Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise.
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