When women have charge of a house to build, they are considered wife, mother, and manager of the household. When biblical order is a consideration, she rules the house on behalf of the “head” her husband and for the sake of the children. A Proverbs 31 woman will apply this wisdom to the building up of her house and the family will prosper. The Bible says:
Proverbs 14:1-3
14 “Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.”
The prioritization of her connection with the Architect of her house is essential in its construction. She must follow the correct Blueprint when constructing. Equally as important in the role of manager, she must consult with her fellow builder.
The job goes smoothly when there is no complaining while working and there is a safety first mindset. An agitated, arrogant, and cantankerous woman is foolishly erratic. She refuses culpability, instruction, and/or correction. A person who does not learn from past experiences is a fool who cannot be separated from their foolishness. Honor is not befitting of a fool. It is important for her not to focus on embellishments while the inner walls of the house are sagging and no exterior walls have yet to be constructed. A weakening of the foundation occurs when disrespect lives amongst her partner builders and she rejects correction in her manner of management. It is important to not act out of worry and fear while refusing to rest, furthermore allowing an unfinished house to stand vulnerable to the elements. She who acts impetuously, without regard of consequence is not considered wise. Only foolish people live in unbearable discord where confusion weakens the structure, and her own hands are to blame.
The wives and mothers are not solely responsible for the problems that will arise in the contruction of the home. In the end, God will hold the husband, the head of his wife, more responsible. If the wife leans more towards foolishness, a kind but firm man of God will be able to navigate the situation back on the correct course. A husband that loves God more than his family can create an atmosphere that cultivates love and respect between the inhabitants of the house. The wife and mother can lovingly raise her children with a healthy respect for her husband, while bringing an orderly godly essence into the home. Making the house a refuge of love, protection, and prosperity.
By seeking God, serving others in faith, and participating in joyful productive activities in the home, an atmosphere of love is established. The walk of the upright will preserve all within the house. We ask God to help us to discern irrational traits and keep us far from foolish behavior, decisions, and choices. Thank Him for all that He have done and are doing in our lives. Please forgive us Lord for foolish choices that we have made in the past.
Proverbs 3:7-8
7 “Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil.
8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.”
Proverbs 26:1
26 “As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honour is not seemly for a fool.”
Ezekiel 13:14
14 “So will I break down the wall that ye have daubed with untempered morter, and bring it down to the ground, so that the foundation thereof shall be discovered, and it shall fall, and ye shall be consumed in the midst thereof: and ye shall know that I am the Lord.”
Ephesians 4:29
29 “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.”
Proverbs 26:11
11 “As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly.”
Matthew 23:38
38 “Behold, your house is left unto you desolate.”