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As we step into week two of Another 7 Virtues of a Proverbs 31 Woman, we’re turning our attention to humility—and I want to start somewhere a little unexpected.

The Proverbs 31 woman is an ideal, yes—but she’s not a mold we’re meant to press ourselves into. Scripture never presents godly womanhood as one-size-fits-all. Faithfulness looks different in different lives, because our lives are different.

That becomes clear when you look at the women we’re studying.

Last week, we talked about Ruth. Her story is steady and outward-facing—marked by loyalty, visible obedience, and quiet perseverance. This week, we’re looking at Hannah, and her life couldn’t look more different. Hers is hidden. Painful. Deeply personal. Where Ruth’s faith is lived out in fields and family, Hannah’s faith is poured out in prayer and tears.

Both women are faithful. Both are humble. But their paths don’t look the same.

And neither do ours.

I was thinking about that recently as I compared my life to my dear friend Sandra. Sandra is wonderfully Type A. Her life runs on schedules, balance, and intentional order. Her home is calm, polished, minimal—and yes, white. Always white. You could drop by unannounced and think you walked into a magazine spread.

Then there’s me.

Let’s just say my brain runs more on creative sparks than straight lines. My house is colorful, layered, and usually mid-project. The kitchen counters are rarely empty because there’s almost always a craft in progress. If Sandra’s home whispers “everything is in place,” mine cheerfully announces, “something creative is happening here.”

Neither is better. Neither is wrong. They’re just different.

And Scripture affirms that difference.

Psalm 139 reminds us that God formed us intentionally, with care and purpose, before we ever took our first breath. That tells me two things. First, God is deeply personal in His work. He doesn’t mass-produce lives. He creates with intention. And second, it means our differences aren’t accidents—they’re assignments.

We are all called to faithfulness. We are all called to humility. We are all called to obedience, kindness, discernment, and trust. But we are not all called to live the same life.

If every woman tried to be Ruth, there would be no Hannahs.

If we were all Esther, we’d be missing Abigails.

If everyone followed the same path, the richness of God’s work through us would be far less than He intended.

And yet, how often do we measure ourselves against a picture God never asked us to match?

Some of us aren’t married.

Some of us don’t have children.

Some of us aren’t buying fields or sewing clothing or managing a household that looks anything like Proverbs 31 on the surface.

And some of us—if we’re honest—are exhausted from trying to do it all anyway.

Humility isn’t about forcing ourselves into a role we were never given. It’s about accepting the life God has given us with open hands. It’s about recognizing that obedience looks different in different seasons, and that faithfulness doesn’t require imitation—it requires surrender.

That’s where Hannah meets us.

Her humility wasn’t loud. It wasn’t productive. It didn’t check off visible accomplishments. Her humility showed up in prayer. In restraint. In trust. In releasing control when everything in her wanted to grasp it.

Hannah didn’t try to become someone else. She didn’t compare her life to Peninnah’s—or to anyone else’s. She brought her real self, her real pain, and her real longing before God and let Him meet her there.

And that’s where humility begins for us too.

Before we talk about laying pride down, we first have to stop carrying expectations God never placed on us. Before we talk about choosing the lower place, we have to stop climbing ladders He never asked us to ascend.

So maybe this week begins with a quieter question:

Who did God create me to be?

Not who am I trying to keep up with.

Not who do I admire from a distance.

Not who do I feel pressure to resemble.

But who has God formed me to be—right here, in this season, with this life?

From there, we can begin to talk about humility—not as shrinking back or doing less, but as resting fully in God’s design. And Hannah, with her surrendered heart and open hands, will gently lead us there.

As you move through the first chapter, take your time. Pay attention to the quiet ways faithfulness is lived out—not in grand gestures, but in steady commitment and everyday choices. Observe what God is showing you through His Word. We’ll come back together on Friday to reflect a little more on faithfulness as we continue this journey side by side.

And if you’d like to connect with other women who are walking through this study, Join the discussion in our Facebook group. It’s a warm, encouraging space to share what God is teaching you and to grow together.

This Week’s Bible Verse

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Week 2 at a Glance 

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A Note About Journaling
As you move through this study, consider keeping a personal journal nearby. It doesn’t have to be fancy—just a simple notebook where you can jot down your prayers, reflections, and anything the Lord impresses on your heart. This is your space to write freely, revisit lessons, and record your own journey of restoration.

TUESDAY

Visit TWW – Visit timewarpwife.com or check your inbox to find a link to this week’s video. 

Read 1 Samuel 1 – Pay close attention to Hannah’s posture before the Lord. 

Read Chapter 2 in the Study Guide – Focus on the contrast between pride and humility, and how surrender shapes a godly response. 

Begin the Study Guide Questions – Start working through the questions in this chapter. 

Community Check-In – Share one early insight or prayer request in the Facebook group. 

WEDNESDAY

Reflect on Humility – Consider how humility is shown through trust, restraint, and obedience rather than silence or weakness. 

Scripture Focus – Read Proverbs 22:4 and James 4:6 slowly. 

Share Your Insight – Post one truth God is teaching you about humility through this chapter. 

THURSDAY

Re-read 1 Samuel 1-2:1-11 – This time, focus on Hannah’s choices rather than her circumstances. 

Continue Study Guide Questions – Work through the passages on Jesus’ humility and what it means to release control to the Lord. 

Quiet Reflection – Ask the Lord to reveal where pride may be quietly taking root. 

FRIDAY

Visit TWW – Visit timewarpwife.com or check your inbox for the weekly devotional wrap-up.

Community Engagement – How did this chapter speak to your heart? Share one takeaway or encouragement in the group.

SATURDAY

Quiet Time or Catch-Up – Use today to finish reading, praying, or journaling through what you’ve learned.

SUNDAY – No assignments today. Let today be a time of worship, gratitude, and spiritual renewal.

MONDAY

Wrap-Up Reflection – What stood out to you most about humility this week? Write a few thoughts in your journal.

Final Community Post – Share one truth or encouragement as we prepare to move into Chapter 3.

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