Godly Parents Nurture with Wisdom and Strength

In a world full of loud voices and hurried parenting, Proverbs 31:26 gives us a picture of nurturing that is both calm and powerful: "She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue." This verse reflects a parent who speaks life, guidance, and truth—not with panic or pressure, but with measured wisdom and consistent kindness. Parenting is not just about rules, but relationship. It’s not just about discipline, but discipleship. The Proverbs 31 woman models how a godly parent can shape hearts with words—words that build rather than break. Consider Jochebed, the mother of Moses. Though she lived in terrifying times, she acted with wisdom when she placed baby Moses in the basket (Exodus 2). Later, when she was allowed to nurse and raise him, we can imagine how she used that precious time to sow faith into his young heart. Her courage and wisdom played a role in raising a leader who would one day deliver Israel. Wisdom in parenting isn’t just knowing what to say—it’s knowing when and how to say it. Strength isn’t just about firmness—it’s also about grace. Our children need both.