Welcome to Day 2350 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me.

This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom

Wisdom Nuggets – Proverbs 31:10-31 Daily Wisdom

Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2350 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2350 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before.   In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we’ll be exploring the final portion of Proverbs, which covers Proverbs 31:10-31 from the New Living Translation. In these verses, we encounter the noble virtues of an excellent wife, as King Lemuel’s mother described. Let’s embark on our journey through the beautiful portrayal of an excellent wife in Proverbs 31. Verse 10: “Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies.” This verse sets the stage for describing a woman of great worth and character. What qualities define this virtuous wife? Priceless Virtue: A virtuous wife possesses immeasurable worth, surpassing the value of precious gems. Her character and integrity are her most valuable assets. Now, let’s explore verses 11-12. “Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.” These verses highlight the trustworthiness and positive impact of the virtuous wife on her husband’s life. What role does trust play in the relationship between a husband and wife? Trust and Enrichment: The virtuous wife is a faithful and reliable companion, enriching her husband’s life with her presence and actions. Her commitment to his well-being brings stability and joy to their relationship. Next, let’s consider verses 13-19. “She finds wool and flax and busily spins it. She is like a merchant’s ship, bringing her food from afar. She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for her household and plan the day’s work for her servant girls. She goes to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings, she plants a vineyard. She is energetic and strong, a hard worker. She makes sure her dealings are profitable; her lamp burns late into the night. Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber.” These verses portray the industrious and resourceful nature of the virtuous wife, who diligently tends to her household and engages in productive work. What can we learn from the example of the virtuous wife’s industriousness? The virtuous wife is proactive and resourceful, engaging in various tasks to provide for her family’s needs. She demonstrates diligence, foresight, and hard work in managing her household and pursuing profitable ventures. Finally, let’s examine verses 20-31. “She extends a helping hand to the poor and opens her arms to the needy. She has no fear of winter for her household, for everyone has warm clothes. She makes her own bedspreads. She dresses in fine linen and purple gowns. Her husband is well known at the city gates, where he sits with the other civic leaders. She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants. She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: “There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise.” These verses depict the virtuous wife’s compassion, foresight, influence, wisdom, and reverence for the Lord, earning her praise and honor from her family and community. What lessons can we derive from the exemplary qualities of the virtuous wife? The virtuous wife exemplifies compassion towards the needy, wisdom in her words and actions, and reverence for the Lord in all aspects of her life. Her influence extends beyond her household, earning admiration and praise from her family and community. And there you have it, my fellow trekkers, insights from Proverbs 31:10-31. These verses offer us a profound portrait of an excellent wife, embodying virtues that inspire and elevate. As we continue our journey through the pages of the Bible, let’s aspire to embody the virtues of the excellent wife in our own lives. Until next time, keep seeking wisdom and make it a part of your daily trek. Reflect… If you found this podcast insightful, subscribe and leave us a review, then encourage your friends and family to join us and come along tomorrow for another day of ‘Wisdom-Trek, Creating a Legacy.’. Thank you so much for allowing me to be your guide, mentor, and, most importantly, I am your friend as I serve you through this Wisdom-Trek podcast and journal. As we take this Trek together, let us always:

1. Live Abundantly (Fully)
2. Love Unconditionally
3. Listen Intentionally
4. Learn Continuously
5. Lend to others Generously
6. Lead with Integrity
7. Leave a Living Legacy Each Day

I am Guthrie Chamberlain….reminding you to’ Keep Moving Forward,’ ‘Enjoy your Journey,’ and ‘Create a Great Day…Everyday! See you next time for more daily wisdom!