A woman of virtue is hard to find;
With tender heart and Christ-like mind.
Bearing her burdens with delight;
Leading her children to the light.
Her life is marked by prayer and song;
Before her God she walks along.
Her praise is heard throughout the day;
And love for Christ is on display.
Her lamp does not go out by night;
Motherhood’s call, ever in sight.
She does not fear the weather’s frost;
Provides for all despite the cost.
The rod of reproof is in her hands;
Its long-term value she understands.
She disciplines with truth and love,
As ordered by the Lord above.
Whilst others fancy wealth and fame;
The Word of God she does proclaim.
Pursuing love and teaching truth;
In vigilance protects her youth.
With calloused hands and wearied feet
She comes before the mercy seat.
Her strength renewed from time in prayer;
Upon the Lord, lays every care.
The field she bought now bears its fruit;
Providing for the destitute.
Her linen garments fetch a price;
Tireless work- her sacrifice.
The elders know her husband well;
He leads his family to Bethel.
She does him good and never harm;
Reveres without deceitful charm
Many in excellence have stood;
With beauty, charm, in womanhood.
And yet unrivalled stands another:
The God-fearing Christian mother.