The Proverbs 31 Woman: Industrious

As you may guess, I like to read. I try and keep up with the news in both the Southern Gospel and geek/technology world. However, I’m married, and try my best to keep up with several “relationship” blogs. Some are humorous and some are a bit serious.

Since it’s the week of Valentine’s, several have posted about the Proverbs 31 Woman. Many who have grown up in church would be familiar with this special woman as described by King Lemuel’s mother.

There is much controversy on her abilities, duties, and actions. There is much to discus on her life; from, in and out of the home, her career, ability to do everything right, etc. Like the passage says… “Who can find a virtuous woman?”

I’ve thought about this woman, and how my wife fits many of her characteristics. So for the next few days, I plan on posting some my thoughts here!

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When reading the passage, you’ll find that the Proverbs 31 Woman is Industrious. By definition, that means: diligent, sedulous, assiduous, studious, and hardworking. That characteristic is found in Lydia. If something is set before her, she makes sure to get it done. She is definitely ready for the challenge. And if something isn’t right, she’ll correct it!

I’ve learned to depend on Lydia quite a bit. She is great at planning and diligent on getting the job done. Perhaps that’s what makes her a great accountant. If there is a time she’s frustrated, it’s when she can’t finish something she’s started. Usually it’s not her fault, but that she’s come to a dead end.  (occasionally, that ‘dead end’ is because of something I did, or didn’t do)

Thankfully, she is willing to press on with anything that comes her way. She has drive and the willingness to accomplish her goals. For example, there have been many opportunities for her to give up on her accounting degree. But yet, she has gone far and beyond the two-year graduation. She is working hard and tirelessly to make sure that she furthers her education to be the best she could be.

Her character is a great example for our two kids. In fact, Mysia looks up to her when working on her “projects”, both at home and school. I can definitely credit that to Mysia’s excelling in her own right. Lydia has the industrious characteristic that I hope gets picked up by our children. One great part of the Proverbs 31 Woman!

~Matt