Proverbs 31:30-31

"Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised. Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds....."

Inspirational illustration of Proverbs 31:30-31 NIV -- Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

This is how much a mother can love! Cathy Messecar shares a beautiful story about an adoptive mom and dad who have shown tenacious and beautiful love to a young man born with very challenging physical limitations.

"Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."

"Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised."

"Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."

Inspirational illustration of Proverbs 31:30 -- 30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.

Give her the reward she has earned and let her works bring her praise. - Proverbs 31:31

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