Read: Pr. 30-31
Even Solomon in all his glory felt totally insignificant compared to God. Solomon was the richest man in the world and yet he prays that God would give him neither poverty nor riches but just enough to satisfy his needs. He then gives us the cons of being either. He gives us his wisdom on things that are never satisfied, things that amaze him, things that make the earth tremble, things that are small but wise, and things that are proud. These all came from him spending his days observing his surroundings and learning wisdom.
He spends his last proverb talking about the virtuous woman. It is hard for us to read this and not feel like we lack…a lot! But, this chapter is not just setting a standard for the perfect wife, it is describing the body of Christ as the bride of Christ. We are to be a body that God can trust will enrich the kingdom. We are to be busy using the gifts God has given us to bring in the harvest of souls. We are to be mature enough to cloth them with clothes of righteousness. We are to be the counselors with the wisdom that comes from above. We are to be clothed ourselves with strength and dignity. We should be able to laugh and look forward to the future with joy and expectation. We are to speak the truth and instruct with kindness. When we stand in the end, our spiritual children will be our reward. Our Lord should be pleased with our lives so great will be our reward.
Lord, this is the bride we aspire to be. Conform us, prune us, and purify us to be your holy spotless Bride.
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