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59. Rethinking the Proverbs 31 Woman: Inspiration, Not Expectation
The Proverbs 31 woman has often been placed on a pedestal, celebrated but feared. Who could possibly ever live up to those expectations? But deeper study has led me to a new conclusion about this well-known passage of scripture.
Let's break down the elements of this acrostic poem and how it reflects the inner strength, dignity, and love that come from godly wisdom. By the end of this episode, you’ll see that the heart of wisdom isn’t about perfection; it’s about the journey of growing and learning to love God and others wholeheartedly. It's time to explore how to embrace our unique paths to wisdom without feeling like we have to do it all.
Episode Highlights
- Proverbs 31 isn't a checklist to stress us out; it's more of a wisdom roadmap.
- The woman described in Proverbs 31 is a symbol of wisdom, not a standard to meet.
- Living with wisdom means embracing our imperfections and learning from our experiences.
- Embracing wisdom is about loving God and our neighbors, not juggling endless tasks.
Resources Mentioned
- Join the Renewal Retreat Waitlist
- THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
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- EP 2 - Slow Growth and Capacity with Mary Marantz
- EP 26 - Conquering Your Insecurities with Jenn Schultz
- EP 28 - Overcoming Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
- EP 39 - The Source of Empowerment with Becky Beresford
- EP 48 - Why Bible Study is Important with Kala Yoder
Connect with Rachel
- Website: racheldbaker.com
- Instagram: @rachel.d.baker
- Email: [email protected]
It means so much to me that you are part of this community! I never recommend anything to you that I don't truly love and believe is worthwhile. Some of the links I share are affiliate links, and I will earn a tiny commission if you go through them to make a purchase. It's no extra cost to you, and buying through the links I share is one small way you can support this ministry and our podcast.
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FREE Printable Permission Slips
If you’ve been feeling like you need a minute to catch your breath, hear from God, and remember who you are outside of all the chaos... this is for you.
It’s a Printable Permission Slip. Yes, an actual fill-in-the-blank reminder that you are allowed to rest, reflect, and realign with what really matters.
When you download it, you’ll get four designs of beautiful, fill-in-the-blank permission slips and 20 permission slip ideas to get you started.
You don’t need the world’s permission to step into your purpose - but sometimes it helps to see it in writing.
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Printable Permission Slips
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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By Rachel D. BakerThe Proverbs 31 woman has often been placed on a pedestal, celebrated but feared. Who could possibly ever live up to those expectations? But deeper study has led me to a new conclusion about this well-known passage of scripture.
Let's break down the elements of this acrostic poem and how it reflects the inner strength, dignity, and love that come from godly wisdom. By the end of this episode, you’ll see that the heart of wisdom isn’t about perfection; it’s about the journey of growing and learning to love God and others wholeheartedly. It's time to explore how to embrace our unique paths to wisdom without feeling like we have to do it all.
Episode Highlights
- Proverbs 31 isn't a checklist to stress us out; it's more of a wisdom roadmap.
- The woman described in Proverbs 31 is a symbol of wisdom, not a standard to meet.
- Living with wisdom means embracing our imperfections and learning from our experiences.
- Embracing wisdom is about loving God and our neighbors, not juggling endless tasks.
Resources Mentioned
- Join the Renewal Retreat Waitlist
- THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Related Episodes You Might Also Like
- EP 2 - Slow Growth and Capacity with Mary Marantz
- EP 26 - Conquering Your Insecurities with Jenn Schultz
- EP 28 - Overcoming Doubt and Imposter Syndrome
- EP 39 - The Source of Empowerment with Becky Beresford
- EP 48 - Why Bible Study is Important with Kala Yoder
Connect with Rachel
- Website: racheldbaker.com
- Instagram: @rachel.d.baker
- Email: [email protected]
It means so much to me that you are part of this community! I never recommend anything to you that I don't truly love and believe is worthwhile. Some of the links I share are affiliate links, and I will earn a tiny commission if you go through them to make a purchase. It's no extra cost to you, and buying through the links I share is one small way you can support this ministry and our podcast.
Mentioned in this episode:
FREE Printable Permission Slips
If you’ve been feeling like you need a minute to catch your breath, hear from God, and remember who you are outside of all the chaos... this is for you.
It’s a Printable Permission Slip. Yes, an actual fill-in-the-blank reminder that you are allowed to rest, reflect, and realign with what really matters.
When you download it, you’ll get four designs of beautiful, fill-in-the-blank permission slips and 20 permission slip ideas to get you started.
You don’t need the world’s permission to step into your purpose - but sometimes it helps to see it in writing.
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
Printable Permission Slips
This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy