The Bible gives specific instructions for becoming a good wife and mother. It isn’t an easy task to follow the rules, but God promises that the consequences are worthwhile and rewarding. A 1910 quote by G.W.E. Russell says,” The goodness of a home is not dependent on wealth, or spaciousness, or beauty, or luxury. Everything depends on the Mother. “ God’s instructions on how to be a good mother and wife are in Proverbs 31:10-31. One cannot even come close to achieving God’s directives without diligence and constant prayer.
The following characteristics apply to a Godly woman:
1. She is virtuous (verse 29), and Godly (verse 30)
2. She is a good wife: trustworthy (verse 11), supportive (verse 23), and shields and protects her husband (verse 12)
3. She is at the top of God’s list (verse 29)
4. She is of great value (verse 10)
5. She is rare (verse 10)
6. She is industrious (verses 13, 24, 27)
7. She feeds her family well (verses 14-15)
8. She is a business woman (verses 16 and 24)
9. She is healthy and strong (verse 17)
10. She works long hours (verse 18)
11. She does volunteer work (verse 20)
12. She takes care of the physical needs of her family (verses 15,21,27)
13. She keeps herself attractive (verse 22)
14. She is not stressful or anxious (verse 25)
15. She teaches her children (verse 26)
16. She is kind (verse 26)
17. She is energetic and always occupied (verse 27)
18. She earns the respect of her husband and children (verse 28)
19. She gives good advice (verse 26)
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