As a young Christian woman, I am encouraged to be a [more] godly woman as I continue my walk with Christ through this life. And while the phrase, command, and/or encouragement to "be a godly woman" is in itself a wonderful thing, it is also very vague. So I took some time with the help of the Bible & the Holy Spirit to make a little reminder sheet as to what a godly woman is.
Let's start with reading Provers 31:10-30
"10 A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.
11 Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.
12 She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.
13 She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.
14 She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.
15 She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls.
16 She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.
17 She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.
18 She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.
19 In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.
20 She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy.
21 When it snows, she has no fear for her household; for all of them are clothed in scarlet.
22 She makes coverings for her bed; she is clothed in fine linen and purple.
23 Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land.
24 She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes.
25 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.
26 She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
27 She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
28 Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:
29 "Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all."
30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.
31 Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate."
This section of Scripture gives women a very straight forward model of a godly woman, though it's rare that this is easy to do. I find it to be an encouragement most days and proof that I just don't measure up on others [[Thank the Lord for His abundant mercy and grace and is everlasting, unconditional love]]! Using this as a starting point, I went through and found other references [[I did NOT pick out all of the references - I tend to get overwhelmed easily when researching things or moving forward with a project in general]] and came up with the following:
A Godly Woman…
- Seeks to be holy in conduct - she fears the Lord - she seeks His will over above all else-1 Corinthians 10:31 "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." -Leviticus 19:2 "...be holy for I, the Lord your God, am holy."
- Seeks to be modest in dress
-God emphasizes beauty of character
-1 Timothy 2:9-10
"9I also want women to dress modestly, with decency and propriety, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, 10but with good deeds, appropriate for women who profess to worship God." - Seeks to be gentle and quiet
-2 Timothy 2:24
"And the Lord's servant must not quarrel; instead, he must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful"
-1 Peter 3:4
"Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight." - Seeks to care for her home
-Titus 2:4-5
"Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, 5to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God."
-she has a home that is open and hospitable and is given to ministry to the sick, the needy and less fortunate. - Seeks to be a person who can be trusted
-Proverbs 31:11-12
"Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. 12 She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life." - Seeks to serve others
-has learned and knows the love of Christ for others
-Proverbs 31:20
"She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy."
- Seeks to be prudent in financial matters
-She is a saver, not a spender
-She can see beyond today on her own
-Proverbs 31:16
"She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard." - Seeks to be a hard worker
-There is no laziness or lack of motivation in her
-She recognizes the value God has placed on hard work
-Proverbs 31:17
"She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks." - Seeks to internalize Biblical wisdom
-Proverbs 31:26
"She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue."
-The Word is in her heart and in her life, so it comes out of her mouth. When it does, it is dressed in the Spirit, gentle and kind. - Seeks to do what is right and have a good reputation
-Proverbs 31:23
"Her husband is respected at the city gate, where he takes his seat among the elders of the land."
-1 Timothy 3:7
"He must also have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the devil's trap."
- She is a blessing to all
-Proverbs 31:28
"28 Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her."
Have a great week!
S
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