Can a Christian Wife and Mother also be a Successful Business Woman?

United States
May 15, 2010 8:36pm CST
I find it difficult for a Christian Wife and Mother to also achieve success in the Business Industry. The Bible states that a woman first job is the household and the serving of her husband. It clearly states that a man role is to provide for the family. The business world sometimes requires so much time and dedication, that it is sometimes difficult to do both successfully. Does any have or know of someone that is successful in both worlds?
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@peavey (16936)
• United States
16 May 10
Yes, I know some who are. Read Proverbs 31: 10 through to the end of the chapter. A virtuous woman not only takes care of her household, she makes and sells linen and "girdles" and her children and husband respect her.
@djemme (77)
• United States
19 May 10
That's the same point I was going to make. The Proverbs 31 woman not only took care of her family, she was a business woman. She is the role model for many Christian women.
@donsky14 (5947)
• Philippines
16 May 10
Well, I'm gonna be a working mom soon. I don't really plan on stopping at work. Since we need it more now that were gonna be having a baby. I guess its just a matter of how we manage our time for every part, like being a mom, a Christian and a business woman.
• United States
20 May 10
Congratulation on your new addition to your family. There is no "how to" guide on raising a child. It is a huge responsibility. As a mother, you will have to divide your attention between your family and working outside of the home. My questions, however was leaning toward woman entrepreneurs. Running your own business require more times than working for a company. As an employee, your work is done once your shift has ended. As an employer, your work is never done. It is just on temporarily hold. Any emergencies, problems, crisis and forseen matters are your responsibilities. Adding a family unit to these equations along with God's expectation of a Christian mother and wife can be a real challenge. Some problems you will encounter may require long-distance travel and time away from your husband and the new baby. I guess my question is, will your Christian husband and father take the role of a "house husband" for better lack of terms temporarily. Or will he remind you that your first obligation is your home.
@sid556 (30960)
• United States
16 May 10
I think that a Christian wife and mother can juggle all 3 roles. These days the husband is not the only provider in so many famiies. Now a days in most families more than one income is needed. There is no right or wrong in this situation. it all depends on what works for you and your husband. If you are out working then it helps if the husband and even the kids pull together to do some of the work at home.
@xeroeight (1060)
• Philippines
16 May 10
I know a lot of mom that is successful in both, they are belong to a MLM company, as we all know networking is one way to gain both time freedom and financial freedom, If you want to help your husband in financial matter, while having quality time for your family, I suggest: no.1 start your own mini store in front of your own house no.2 start investing on Legit MLM company and no.3 do your best to earn money online.