"She is like the merchant's ships; she bringeth her food from afar. She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. She considereth a field and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard." Proverbs 31:14-16
The virtuous woman is overall diligent, and in these verses, she is also thrify.
Thriftiness is marked by good management and frugality; and allows myself and others to spend only what is necessary.
Our Proverbs 31 woman is not afraid to work hard to save her family money. She shops wisely, helps prepare meals, and plants a garden. This passage gives principles which apply to a young single woman at home:
~perhaps a virtuous daughter could run errands for her mother on her bike or car
~she can learn how to save money on groceries through coupons and sales
~she can help with the cooking; and as able, cook meals for the family. this frees up mom to do other things around the house
~though not all girls live where they can have a large garden, it is possible to find natural, organic foods for the family to eat
~if possible, a girl can care for a garden plot (or pots) with tomatoes, carrots, lettuce or other such greens to help save on the grocery bill.
These are just a few possibilities. Ask your mom how you could apply Proverbs 31:14-16 in your home. How can you best help your dad and mom by being thrifty and diligent?
As I've been in Mexico, I've had to be on the lookout for ways I could help the family here, whether in saving time, money, or other resources. -And though I've missed some opportunities, God gives grace and helps me to grow as I ask Him to help me be a servant, constantly looking for ways to be a blessing.
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