What is a modern day "virtuous" woman? Proverbs 31 is the last chapter in the book of wisdom. When it comes to being last, it proves a good woman is worth waiting for. It describes the type of woman ...

"The sayings of King Lemuel—an inspired utterance his mother taught him" (Proverbs 31-1). Did you read that right? "An "inspired utterance" from Mom? Yes, King Lemuel recanted Mom's list of boxes she ...

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Biblical proverbs show how gracious women, wise husbands and obedient children build strong, godly families, while anger, foolish choices and immorality tear ...