Her Diligence

Today we turn to Proverbs 31 with verses 30 and 31:“Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her own works praise her in the gates.”What is the Bible's definition of charm and beauty? How does the woman of great strength display such qualities? Join us as we explore the answers to these questions as we embark on this conclusion to Proverbs 31.

I have often considered how incredible Jesus' answers were to his detractors, admiring how He knew how to speak to the heart behind each question. Jesus' had the Spirit of wisdom, and amazingly, so can we.Today, we explore Proverbs 31:26-27, "She opens her mouth with wisdom, and on her tongue is the law of kindness. She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness."The woman of great strength knows what, when, and perhaps most importantly, HOW to speak. Her words are seasoned with salt, keeping those around her thirsty to hear more from her.Join me today as we embark on the second-to-last episode in our faith-building series exploring this Proverbs 31 woman, and in particular, learning how to speak with the wisdom, kindness, and discernment of Jesus!(RAR2026EP45)

Today, we return to our study in Proverbs 31, and we explore v. 24-25, "She makes linen garments and sells them, And supplies sashes for the merchants. Strength and honor are her clothing; She shall rejoice in time to come."The woman of great strength DOES NOT FEAR the future, she in fact can SMILE in the face of the future, simply because she obeys the God who holds the future.Join me today for a strong encouragement about trusting God even in the face of our anxieties.(RAR2026EP44)

God wanted my attention. He really did.In 72 hours, two different people had shared Hebrews 12:1-2 with me. The passage says, "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.Our Christian lives are likened to a race, and it is a long-distance run, not a sprint. To finish the race, we simply must be unencumbered by extra weight.What weight are we carrying that is hindering our race? Are we getting tired? Restless? In a relationship that puts our fire out?Today on our lagniappe edition, we take a close look at REAL LIFE - the things that slow us down - and we have some real talk about what to do about it!(RAR2026EP43)

Carol sit up straight. Carol don’t slouch. Carol sit like a lady!Oh the number of times my posture was corrected as a young person! My mom and teachers wanted me to sit properly - and they often were right. Our posture really matters. It says if we are anticipating or sleepy, participating or checked out. Today we will explore one woman whose posture said it all. Mary of Bethany, sister of Martha and Lazarus, found herself always at the feet of Jesus. Every time we find her, she is in a posture of worship and adoration.Tune in today to this special edition of Rinse and Repeat as we learn how we too can come to Jesus like Mary did - with complete adoring abandon!(RAR2026EP42)

Today we turn to Proverbs 31:23, "Her husband is known in the gates, When he sits among the elders of the land."The woman of great mental and emotional strength has so many remarkable God-given qualities, but perhaps one of her strongest is how she builds up her family, beginning with her husband. How we treat the people around us matters so very much! Turn to Proverbs 31 as we continue our series on The Woman of Great Strength!(RAR2026EP41)

How can we truly NOT fear the future?How can we NOT surrender to anxiety and despair?The woman of strength tells us how! She is a woman who does not fear the future because she adheres to TWO critical life principles.Today we continue our study of Proverbs 31, looking especially at verses 20-22, and we learn how we too can be FEARLESS!RAR2026EP40

Join us for our next installment in Proverbs 31!!

The woman of strength in Proverbs 31 is a woman who has priorities, and also the grit to meet the needs of her family and others. The reason ultimately is that she understands the Biblical principle outlined in Colossians 3:23-24, "And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ."Turn your Bibles to Proverbs 31 as we explore the second installment in our series on the woman of great mental and emotional strength!!(RAR2026EP38)

Today we conclude a two-part lagniappe series, closely examining Psalm 23, and Jehovah Ra'ah, Our Good Shepherd.Delivered at Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, NJ, this message explores how the Lord walks us through the valley of the shadow of death, and who helps us to draw deep rest in Him, in green pastures and beside still waters.Turn your Bible to Psalm 23, as we explore the heart of the Good Shepherd deeply.