So, I'm stealing from other blogs today. This one is also thanks to my Alaskan friend, Jess. She posted it on her website and, in light of recent current events, it's a very timely post.
Hope you enjoy:
http://humblemusings.com/archives/2008/09/02/a-woman’s-highest-calling/
I have one personal comment regarding the above topic.
When Kevin and I were going through our pre-marital counseling, we were asked to compile a list of what the roles of a husband and wife, respectively, are in marriage. In doing so, I went to Proverbs 31, the ultimate example of a woman who pleases and follows the Lord.
These verses stood out to me:
"She considers a field and buys it;
with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard." (vs. 16)
"She perceives that her merchandise is profitable.
Her lamp does not go out at night." (vs. 18)
"She makes linen garments and sells them;
she delivers sashes to the merchant." (vs. 24)
This woman is no dummy--in matters of the household or matters (as evidenced above) of business. It's not every woman's lot to work outside the home, and truly, children are a gift from the Lord; however, the choice of a woman, either by necessity or through the Lord's calling, is backed up in Scripture.
She is worthy to rise up and be called "blessed." (vs. 28)
1 comment:
AMEN Sister. Proverbs 31 was the place I, too, went during premarital counseling/mentoring, and I perceived, from that passage, a very well-rounded individual who was both a productive mom AND worker OUTside of the home. Interestingly, it doesn't say anything about her 'homeschooling' her kids- haha (even though I do plan to stay home and homeschool my own someday). And yes, I really liked that post at 'humble musings'. :)
Hope you're having a good day!
love jess
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