Proverbs 31 (click here)

This is perhaps one of the most familiar chapters in proverbs at least after verse 9. The first eight verses are wise words to a son to avoid alcohol, stay under control and look for social justice. All of us have been or will be in a position to speak up for someone who cannot speak up for themselves. Whether it be an unborn baby, children, the poor, the elderly, the disabled, or anyone who in need of help. As followers of God it is our duty to realize our value as creations of the Creator and attribute the same value to ALL people. The message of the Gospel, the truth of God's love is available to everyone, it is selfish and arrogant to presume that some people don't need the Gospel, don't want it, or don't deserve it. Our lives should be a testimony of God's love for all people, and when it is necessary we have to speak up for the one's who cannot speak up for themselves. A quote by a man named St. Francis is fitting here "Always be a witness for Christ, and when necessary use words."
The rest of the Proverb describes the woman that a mother desires for her son. There are many characteristics given of this woman some of them are hard to figure out for modern readers like us. This woman is confident in who God made her to be, she loves her husband, children, she is dedicated to the Lord, and is obedient to what she knows He wants her to do. A woman who is a servant is desirable, but one who serves out of love and commitment not guilt or fear of her husband. Guys, we should be the wise, loving, Godly men that attract a woman like this. Girls, your focus should be obedience to God, being who He created you to be and the right relationship will come along in His time. It's hard for any of us to wait, but it so important to have things right with the most important relationship, Christ, and not to rush into human relationships unprepared. As some of you are at the point of dating, you should be just as cautious with those relationships. Trust God above all and watch what he'll do.

Well, this is the last of our 68 days. It has been a great journey for me, and the blog will be here anytime you want to come back to it. Let me know what you want to do next and we'll see. For now Be wise, Trust God, speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, and...

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