Sing up
The sacred Proverbs 31 wife. The fanciful dream, and spiritual ecstasy. Purple robes, blessed and clothed, lamp light lit in tireless nights. Forget charm and beauty, this girl has it going on.
Today I open this passage as a newlywed to see what I could glean, and realized there's another half to the chapter. Perhaps we call it the Proverbs 31 life:
"Don't spend your energy on women or your efforts on those who destroy kings. It is not for kings, Lemuel, It is not for kings to drink wine or for rulers to desire beer. Otherwise, they will drink, forget what is decreed, and pervert justice for all the oppressed. Give beer to the one who is dying and wine to the one whose life is bitter. Let him drink so that he can forget his poverty and remember his trouble no more. Speak up for those who have no voice, for the justice of all who are dispossessed. Speak up, judge righteously, and defend the cause of the oppressed and needy."
I don't mean to be a selective Bible reader. I hate to seem like I'm pushing away those important tasks as a wife. I was merely struck by the incredible call to action through a passage that is so overshadowed by the daunting task that is womenly perfection. I want to speak up! I need to sing up.
Today I open this passage as a newlywed to see what I could glean, and realized there's another half to the chapter. Perhaps we call it the Proverbs 31 life:
"Don't spend your energy on women or your efforts on those who destroy kings. It is not for kings, Lemuel, It is not for kings to drink wine or for rulers to desire beer. Otherwise, they will drink, forget what is decreed, and pervert justice for all the oppressed. Give beer to the one who is dying and wine to the one whose life is bitter. Let him drink so that he can forget his poverty and remember his trouble no more. Speak up for those who have no voice, for the justice of all who are dispossessed. Speak up, judge righteously, and defend the cause of the oppressed and needy."
Tonality, a chamber ensemble in LA, sings up by connecting classical music with social justice issues. They are currently having a fundraiser June 1-30, 2018 to fund their next season. Having been a member for the past year, I cannot say how much this ensemble has filled my heart and warmed my spirit. It's an honor to be part of this movement! Click here to donate.
I don't mean to be a selective Bible reader. I hate to seem like I'm pushing away those important tasks as a wife. I was merely struck by the incredible call to action through a passage that is so overshadowed by the daunting task that is womenly perfection. I want to speak up! I need to sing up.
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