I strive daily to be a Proverbs 31 Wife. I know that when I show Alex love and respect that blesses him. When I prep his meals for lunch I know that makes him smile. When he comes homes and the house is clean that makes him happy. I know not to fight against him but with him in anything that we many endure. We are a TEAM - Team Zapien.
Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.
~ Proverbs 31:11-12
I strive daily to be a Proverbs 31 mother. I get many sleepless night especially when Maximus is at a growing spurt. Waking up in the wee hours to nurse him, waking up early to pump for his milk and most importantly waking up early so I have time to gather myself for the day. I'm not one to complain about this because I know I am honoring God. He doesn't give me anything I can't handle. Granted, there are moments where I do need a "mommy time out" and I feel like how I am going to get through this day! I enjoy being a stay at home and able to raise my son. But let's face it we all have crazy mom days! Moments where we want to pull our hair out or simple need a time out. The flip side is staying home is a pure blessing that I never take for granted.
She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants. She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings, she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.
~ Proverbs 31:15-17
I strive to be a Proverbs 31 woman. As I mentioned earlier we often idolized woman on the magazine cover or someone on social media. Mostly by their outer appearance. But isn't being "fit" about the inside too? Our character, the way we talk, the way we carry ourselves and most importantly having self-respect. We are worthy. We are beautiful. We can speak with kindness. We can walk with our head up. As a Fitness Coach in my community my integrity is very important to me. No matter where I am going or doing I have to be sure I do the right things. Smile, show kindness (even to the rude) and embrace everyone. For example, this past weekend I was faced with a big challenge. If I didn't make the right choice I knew that my integrity could have been ruined in seconds. But I held myself back, had composure and responded in the best way I could. Each workout reflects my strength. Being able to spend time for myself gears me up for my inner strength. There are times that I have to shut my mind and just allow Gods voice to encourage me. He's my personal trainer when I am struggling.
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
~ Proverbs 31:30
Whether you are a Christian woman or not I encourage you to read Proverbs 31 and allow God to speak to your heart. As we continue to push through our runs, our daily exercises or our 100 tricep dips we also need to push through our spiritual fitness. Spending time daily reading the word, surrounding yourself with uplifting women, smiling, personal development and being the woman that God created you to be!
Strong and Fearless
