May 10, 2015 | Pat Schultz
Passage: Proverbs 31:10-30
The Incomparable Worth of a Mother
An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.
Proverbs 31:10
Let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart…which in God's sight is very precious. 1 Peter 3:4
A woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Proverbs 31:30
- Being centered on God & surrendered to Christ is what God calls precious.
A woman who “fears the Lord” has learned (and will re-learn):
1.) Love is expressed through sacrifice. But her performance doesn’t prove her worth.
- 1 John 3:16 – By this we know love: he (Jesus) laid down his life for us.
- 1 Peter 1:18-19 – ransomed…with the precious blood of Christ.
2.) Serving is the pathway to greatness. But her identity isn’t found in what she does.
- Matthew 20:26-28 – Whoever wants to be great…servant!
- 1 John 3:1 – that we should be called children of God!
3.) Since her approval doesn’t come from people, she embraces kindness AND firmness.
- Romans 8:38-39, Romans 15:7 – Nothing can separate…Christ welcomes you!
- Romans 11:22 – the kindness and severity of God…
4.) While following God isn’t easy, her mistakes don’t define her!
- Luke 9:23-25 – Take up your cross…
- 2 Corinthians 5:17 – A new creation…
A woman who fears the Lord,
who is centered on God,
who is surrendered to Christ:
Brings incomparable worth and value into her world!
Moms: Thank you for making our lives rich!