Archives for May 2022

Good morning,

Mother’s Day is on May 8^th.  Although Proverbs 31:10-31 is speaking about a wife, a wife is usually a mother.  The descriptions of this virtuous woman are the epitome of a Godly mother.

Remember your mother and how many of these things were true about her.

The Godly Mother

Proverbs 31:21-24

She is a seamstress (21-22)

^21 “She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.²² She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.”

This Godly mother made clothes for her family. She was self-reliant. She used the best materials.

We grew up in a time when mothers made their families clothes. Most households had a sewing machine. This allowed the family to save money on new clothes.

She has a good reputation (23)

^23 “Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.”

Her husband could praise his wife because of her good reputation in the community. It was a badge of honor to have a wife/mother who was faithful, hardworking, generous, and caring.

She makes fine linen and sells it (24)

^24 “She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.”

She is an entrepreneur. She creates a product and sells it. She contributes to the financial well-being of the family. Everything she did was within the framework of her home.

The Second World War created opportunities for women to work outside the home, to provide for their families. After the war, many of these women/mothers, continued to work outside the home. It caused irreparable damage to the cohesion of the family.

Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 1-907-715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com

Good morning,

Mother’s Day is on May 8^th.  Although Proverbs 31:10-31 is speaking about a wife, a wife is usually a mother.  The descriptions of this virtuous woman are the epitome of a Godly mother.

Remember your mother and how many of these things were true about her.

The Godly Mother

Proverbs 31:10-31

Relationship to her husband (10-12)

Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.¹¹ The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.¹² She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.

She provides for her family (13-14)

¹³ She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.¹⁴ She is like the merchants’ ships; she bringeth her food from afar.

She prepares meals for her family (15)

¹⁵ She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.

She is a gardener (16)

¹⁶ She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.

She exercises (17)

¹⁷ She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.

She is industrious and hard working (18-19)

¹⁸ She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.¹⁹ She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.

She cares for the needy (20)

²⁰ She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.

She is a seamstress (21-22)

²¹ She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.²² She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.

She has a good reputation (23)

²³ Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.

She makes fine line and sells it (24)

²⁴ She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.

She is honorable and wise (25-26)

²⁵ Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.²⁶ She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.

She manages her family and they call her blessed (27-28)

²⁷ She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.²⁸ Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.

She excels and she fears the Lord (29-31)

²⁹ Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.³⁰ Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.³¹ Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.

Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 1-907-715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com

Good morning,

Mother’s Day is on May 8^th.  Although Proverbs 31:10-31 is speaking about a wife, a wife is usually a mother.  The descriptions of this virtuous woman are the epitome of a Godly mother.

Remember your mother and how many of these things were true about her.

The Godly Mother

Proverbs 31:17-20

She exercises (17)

^{17 “}She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.”

The work of this Godly mother requires her to be strong. She strengthened herself to be able to accomplish the tasks at hand.

Although our homes are outfitted with many conveniences, there is still a lot of lifting, carrying, pushing, and bending. It takes a strong woman to be able cope with all the requirements of the job.

She is industrious and hardworking (18-19)

^{18 “}She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.¹⁹ She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.”

This Godly mother is always busy. When everyone in the family has gone to bed, this woman is still actively working.

Many of us remember times when we had gone to bed and mom was still working on some project. Maybe a project for us.

She cares for the needy (20)

^20 “She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.”

This Godly mother cared about the needy and less fortunate. She probably made them clothes or prepared them meals.

Our moms may have done the same. Or we may have been the recipient of a Godly mother showing kindness to our families.

Think about what your mother has done for you. Even though she may no longer be here, she influenced your life.

Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 1-907-715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com

Good morning,

Mother’s Day is on May 8^th.  Although Proverbs 31:10-31 is speaking about a wife, a wife is usually a mother.  The descriptions of this virtuous woman are the epitome of a Godly mother.

Remember your mother and how many of these things were true about her.

The Godly Mother

Proverbs 31:10-31

Relationship to her husband (10-12)

“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.¹¹ The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.¹² She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.”

The relationship between the husband and wife is a key component to a happy home. This mother has gained the trust of her husband. She is highly valued. She seeks the best for her husband and family.

We should never take our mothers for granted. As we will see, without them our families and households would fall apart.

She provides for her family (13-14)

^13” She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.¹⁴ She is like the merchants’ ships; she bringeth her food from afar.”

These verses give us an introduction to the Godly mother. She determines what her family needs and then procures it. Whether it be goods, services, or food.

Today’s mother is constantly on the go. She has things to do, places to go, and people to see. The end state is that her family has what it needs.

She prepares meals for her family (15)

^15” She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.”

Every Godly mother prepares food for their family. She gets up early to prepare breakfast. Packs lunch for family as they walk out the door. Then has meal waiting for them when they get home.

Unfortunately, that does not happen these days. With a families hectic schedules, meals are not eaten together anymore.

She is a gardener (16)

^16” She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.”

This Godly mother is a gardener. She has a plot of ground and plants crops to feed her family.

Much like our moms today.

This Godly mother oversees her household. She knows what needs to be done and does it. She has the trust of her husband.

She completes a myriad of tasks. We have just touch the surface on what she does. As we will see, without her, the family unit would fall apart.

Tom Stearns, WASI Chaplain, 1-907-715-4001 chaplain@alaskaseniors.com