This thorough, simply written book is filled with biblical quotations and practical advice for the encouragement of Christian mothers in all aspects of life. \u00a0As its title suggests, \u00a0A Virtuous Woman<\/em> covers the topics that are portrayed in Proverbs 31.\u00a0 However, it does so in a new and refreshing way, beginning with a focus on the mother herself.\u00a0 The first section of the book examines the ideals of a godly woman including what our foundation should be, where we find our strength, how we identify our goals and why our adornment is of such significance.<\/p>\n

The second section calls us to assess our relationships with others including our husbands, our children in each stage of their growth, and those outside of our home life.\u00a0 Ruth Mast takes a good hard look at what our God-given-role is and how we can serve in the station in which He has called us.\u00a0 She gives many ideas for outreach that will bless others while allowing us to remain focused on our families and their needs.<\/p>\n

The book wraps up with several chapters on concerns that a mother might have and some suggestions about how to overcome them.\u00a0 Her chapter on Guarding Our Children’s Innocence<\/em> is timely in our world of loose morals and values.\u00a0 Her insights about adoption and special needs children are thoughtful and encouraging.\u00a0 As we grow older we may encounter the death of our spouse, financial struggles or other afflictions.\u00a0 Practical solutions and godly perspectives on these topics direct the reader to trust in God’s grace through times of trouble instead of wallowing in self pity.<\/p>\n

The book is written by a Mennonite woman for a Mennonite audience and therefore contains specific references to Mennonite culture and church practice.\u00a0 Do not let this fact dissuade you from reading this book if you are not from an Anabaptist background.\u00a0 You can easily substitute your own convictions into her examples to gain the most benefit from this scripturaly sound book.\u00a0 I encourage you to examine any issues in the way that the Bereans did in Acts 17: 11 “they … searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.”<\/p>\n

SAW Rating System<\/strong><\/h5>\n

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1. Good Qualities – 5\/5<\/li>\n
2. Great Qualities – 4\/5<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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   I think that A Virtuous Woman<\/em> would be a great addition to every mother’s library.\u00a0 While the book is intended for women in general and would be an asset to those approaching marriage, I feel that it is mainly directed at the married or widowed woman.\u00a0 I am so glad that I re-read it for this review; it has challenged me to evaluate several areas of my life and commit them to the Lord once again in light of his word and not the ways of the world.\u00a0 I hope that it may do the same for you.<\/p>\n

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