Dear brothers and sisters,
A woman of good character is a precious gem in the eyes of the Lord. She embodies virtues that reflect God’s love, wisdom, and strength. Her life is a testament to faith, integrity, and kindness. Such a woman is not only cherished by her family and community but also honored by God.
A woman of good character exhibits unwavering faith. She trusts in God’s plan and seeks His guidance in all aspects of her life. Her faith is her anchor, providing her with strength and courage during times of trial. She is a prayer warrior, constantly interceding for her loved ones and seeking divine wisdom. Her prayers are powerful and effective, bringing peace and healing to those around her.
Her love for others is evident in her actions. She is compassionate and kind, always ready to lend a helping hand. She treats everyone with respect and dignity, reflecting the love of Christ. She is selfless, often putting the needs of others before her own. Her generosity knows no bounds, and she gives freely of her time, resources, and talents.
A woman of good character is also wise. She seeks knowledge and understanding, knowing that wisdom is more precious than jewels. She makes sound decisions and provides wise counsel to those who seek her advice. Her words are gentle yet powerful, and she speaks the truth in love. She is a source of encouragement and inspiration, uplifting those around her with her positive outlook and faith-filled perspective.
Her integrity is unwavering. She is honest and trustworthy, and her actions align with her words. She is a person of her word, and you can rely on her to keep her promises. Her integrity earns her the respect and admiration of others, and she sets a positive example for those who look up to her.
Biblical examples of women of good character include Ruth, whose loyalty and faithfulness were rewarded by God, and Esther, whose courage and wisdom saved her people. These women, like many others in the Bible, show us what it means to live a life of integrity, faith, and love.
Dear friends, now let’s see the Bible scriptures below that talk about a woman of good character.
“A gracious woman retaineth honour: strong men retain riches”
— Proverbs 11:16
“A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones”
— Proverbs 12:4
“Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands”
— Proverbs 14:1
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, obtaineth favour of the Lord”
— Proverbs 18:22
“House riches are the inheritance of fathers: a prudent wife is from the Lord”
— Proverbs 19:14
“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubiesThe heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoilShe will do him good not evil all the days of her lifeShe seeketh wool, flax, worketh willingly with her handsShe is like the merchants’ ships; she bringeth her food from afarShe riseth also while it is yet night, giveth meat to her household, a portion to her maidensShe considereth a field, buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyardShe girdeth her loins with strength, strengtheneth her armsShe perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by nightShe layeth her hands to the spindle, her hands hold the distaffShe stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needyShe is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarletShe maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk purpleHer husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the landShe maketh fine linen, selleth it; delivereth girdles unto the merchantStrength honour are her clothing; she shall rejoice in time to comeShe openeth her mouth with wisdom; in her tongue is the law of kindnessShe looketh well to the ways of her household, eateth not the bread of idlenessHer children arise up, call her blessed; her husband also, he praiseth herMany daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them allFavour is deceitful, beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord , she shall be praisedGive her of the fruit of her hands; let her own works praise her in the gates”
— Proverbs 31:10-31
“The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good thingsThat they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their childrenTo be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed”
— Titus 2:3-5
“Now, my daughter, fear not; I will do to thee all that thou requirest: for all the city of my people doth know that thou art a virtuous woman”
— Ruth 3:11
“Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering”
— Colossians 3:12
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as it is fit in the Lord”
— Colossians 3:18
“With all lowliness meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love”
— Ephesians 4:2
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the LordFor the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: he is the saviour of the body”
— Ephesians 5:22-23
“Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; the wife see that she reverence her husband”
— Ephesians 5:33
“The Lord God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him”
— Genesis 2:18
“Therefore shall a man leave his father his mother, shall cleave unto his wife: they shall be one flesh”
— Genesis 2:24
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faithMeekness, temperance: against such there is no law”
— Galatians 5:22-23
“I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at CenchreaThat ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, of myself also”
— Romans 16:1-2
“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, if there be any praise, think on these things”
— Philippians 4:8
“Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works almsdeeds which she did”
— Acts 9:36