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    The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women
    The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women
    The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women
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    The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women

    By Sheila Graham and Michael D. Morrison

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    Who can find a woman of such worth? The description given in Proverbs 31 is a composite - no one person has all these abilities - but all people can have the greatest virtue. This e-book also contains vignettes of Miriam, Deborah, Bathsheba, and women in the ministry of Jesus. Two articles address the question of what roles women may have in the church today.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGrace Communion International
    Release dateJun 11, 2012
    ISBN9781476307374
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      The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women - Sheila Graham

      The Proverbs 31 Woman and Other Biblical Women

      By Sheila Graham and Michael D. Morrison

      Copyright 2012 Grace Communion International

      All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com 

      The NIV and New International Version are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.™

      Cover artwork by Ken Tunell. Copyright Grace Communion International.

      Table of Contents

      Proverbs 31: Portrait of a Godly Woman

      Jesus and Women

      The Prominence of Women in the Gospel of Luke

      A Heritage of Reaching Out: An Interview With Ruth Tucker

      Miriam: First Lady of the Exodus

      Deborah

      Bathsheba: Mother and Queen

      The Alabaster Gospel—What One Woman’s Devotion Tells Us About Jesus

      Women Who Spoke the Word of God

      Women in Leadership

      About the Authors

      About the Publisher

      Grace Communion Seminary

      Ambassador College of Christian Ministry

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      Proverbs 31: Portrait of a Godly Woman

      For thousands of years, God-fearing women have looked to the noble, or virtuous (KJV), woman of Proverbs 31 as their ideal. Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, probably had this role model of the virtuous woman in the forefront of her mind from earliest childhood. Most Jewish women did, for this poem was traditionally recited in the Jewish home every week on the eve of the Sabbath.

      But what about today’s woman? Of what value can this ancient poem be to the diverse, complex life-styles of women today? To the married, to the single, to the young, to the old, to those working outside the home or inside the home, to women with children or without children? It is more relevant than you might at first expect — although it is also too good to be true.

      When we examine this ancient biblical ideal of womanhood, we do not find the outmoded stereotyped housewife occupied with dirty dishes and laundry, her daily life dictated by the demands of her husband and her children. Nor do we find a hardened, overly ambitious career woman who leaves her family to fend for itself.

      What we find is a strong, dignified, multitalented, caring woman who is an individual in her own right. This woman has money to invest, servants to look after and real estate to manage. She is her husband’s partner, and she is completely trusted with the responsibility for their lands, property and goods.

      She has the business skills to buy and sell in the market, along with the heartfelt sensitivity and compassion to care for and fulfill the needs of people who are less fortunate. Cheerfully and energetically she tackles the challenges each day brings. Her husband and children love and respect her for her kind, generous and caring nature.

      But with all her responsibilities, first and foremost, she looks to God. Her primary concern is God’s will in her life. She is a woman after God’s own heart. Let’s examine the characteristics of this remarkable woman — a role model for Christian women today.

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      A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies. The Hebrew word chayil, translated here noble, means a wife of valor — a strong, capable woman with strong convictions. This description of the ideal wife does not agree with those who associate femininity with weakness and passivity.

      Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. Her husband trusts her management of their resources. Her industriousness adds to the family income.

      She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. This woman does not do right only when it is convenient and profitable. Her actions are not based on how she is treated by others or by what others think. Her character is steady. She is reliable and dependable.

      She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. This woman enjoys working so much that she plans ahead for what she needs in order to accomplish her responsibilities.

      She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. She does not settle for the mediocre—this trait is portrayed by a woman who goes the extra mile for quality items.

      She gets up while it is still dark; she provides food for her family and portions for her servant girls. Though the woman described here has servants to take care of many of the household duties, she sets the pace. She understands that good managers have a responsibility to take care of those under their authority. That is one of her top priorities.

      She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. Every woman doesn’t have to go into real estate and horticulture — the principle here is that this woman uses her mind. She does not act on a whim, but logically analyzes a situation before making a decision. Her goals are not only short term — she envisions the long-range benefits of her decisions.

      She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. We get a picture of a woman who vigorously goes about her duties. She keeps herself healthy and strong by proper health practices — good diet, adequate rest and exercise. Many people depend on her.

      She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night. She takes pride in doing a good job and knows that her merchandise is good. Night or day, no one worries that her responsibilities are not taken care of.

      In her hand she holds the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. She sets an example of skill and industriousness. Whether this woman would be a computer programmer, a concert pianist, a mother, or all three, she develops her talents and hones her skills through education and diligent application.

      She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. Although it’s good to donate

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