Proverbs 31:10

A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies ~ Proverbs 31:10

 

Coffman writes, “This beautiful poem is a fitting climax to the Book of Proverbs. ’Throughout Proverbs, we have had all kinds of warnings against women who are prostitutes, adulterous, contentious, nagging, etc., but here we have emphasis upon the woman who is truly noble.’” The writer of Proverbs continues in full explanation and description of her character, a picture of the ideal woman of not only ancient Israel, but of a woman of God. I know the modern day woman would not follow all these directives so as to be known as a woman of noble character, but more the point, a noble woman displays a character which upholds her family in any way she can for the best of each member. Some think this is a poem Solomon wrote, describing the character of his mother, Bathsheba. Some also say this was written for no woman, but for the soul, in which its virtue is far above rubies, or that it describes “wisdom”, such as the one in the beginning of Proverbs, or that it describes what we call the modern day church, as the church is described as “Christ’s Bride.” Whether this is describing a real woman, the soul, or the Church, the ideals lay before us as something we desire and wish to obtain. I know on this Mother’s Day there is not to be found a perfect Mom, or Woman. I know many have hurts from Mother’s who are far from resembling the characteristics of this woman. I pray for your healing, for I understand your pain. I also know there are a many good women today who have sacrificed for their children and families, who love and care for them, and who are a blessing to all who know them. To all Mom’s today, we say “Thank you!” May God bless and keep you, may His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift His countenance upon you, and give you peace (Numbers 6:24-26).

Pastor Julia