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The Virtues of a Godly Mother

Introduction: Today we celebrate Mother’s Day: a special occasion to honor and recognize the significant role that mothers play in our lives. As a Christian community, we understand the importance of family and the essential role of a mother in shaping and nurturing her children in the faith. Today we will reflect on the virtues of a godly mother, and how we can honor and appreciate our mothers.

Read Proverbs 31:10-31

1. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Faith

A godly mother places her faith in God and trusts in His provision and guidance.
She teaches her children to have faith in God and to live by His Word.
A godly mother prays for her children and seeks God’s will for their lives.

2 Timothy 1:5: “When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.”

Luke 1:45-47: “And blessed is she that believed for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord. And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.”

Hebrews 11:11: “Through faith also Sarah herself received strength to conceive seed, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised.”

1 Samuel 1:18: “And she said, Let thine handmaid find grace in thy sight. So the woman went her way, and did eat, and her countenance was no more sad.”

Psalm 127:3: “Lo, children are a heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”

Proverbs 22:6: “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

Deuteronomy 6:6-7: “And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.”

2. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Love

A godly mother loves her children unconditionally and sacrificially.
She demonstrates love through her actions: providing for her children’s needs, and supporting them spiritually.
A godly mother teaches her children to love others and to demonstrate Christ-like character qualities.

Titus 2:4: “That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,”

Ephesians 6:4: “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: But bring them up in the nurture and admonitions of the Lord.”

Colossians 3:14-15: “And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”

1 Peter 4:7-8: “But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer. And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.”

1 Corinthian 13:4-7: “Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil; Rejoiceth not in iniquity, but rejoiceth in the truth; Bearth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things.”

Proverbs 31:25: “Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”

3. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Compassion

A godly mother is a woman of compassion who shows kindness and empathy to others. She cares for the needy, is merciful towards those who have wronged her, and loves those who are hurting.
Her compassion is modeled after God’s own compassion, and she seeks to instill this same compassion in her children.
A godly mother, while showing compassion and kindness to others, models for her children how to care for those in need and to share God’s love.

Proverbs 31:20: “She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands, to the needy.”

Isaiah 49:15-16: “Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me.”

Matthew 9:35-36: “And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd.”

Colossians 3:12-13: “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.”

Micah 6:8: “He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?”

James 2:13: “For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath showed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment.”

4. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Humility

A godly mother is a woman of humility who recognizes her own limitations and need for God’s guidance. She puts others before herself and is willing to serve in any capacity to which God calls her.
A godly mother is humble and teaches her children to be humble as well. She recognizes her dependence on God and seeks to serve Him and others rather than herself.
Her humility is a reflection of Christ’s humility, and she seeks to emulate His example in her own life. She teaches her children to be humble, to value others above themselves, and to trust in God’s wisdom and guidance.

Proverbs 31:30: “Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.”

James 4:10: “Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.”

Philippians 2:3: “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”

Colossians 3:12: “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;”

Psalm 25:9-10: “The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way. All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.”

1 Peter 5:6-7: “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.”

5. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Wisdom

A godly mother imparts wisdom and knowledge to her children, helping them to make wise decisions and to navigate life’s challenges.
She teaches her children to seek wisdom from God’s Word and to apply it to their lives. A godly mother sets an example of a wise and discerning life.

Proverbs 1:8-9: “My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.”

Proverbs 31:26: “She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.”

Proverbs 22:6: “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

Psalm 111:10: “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth forever.”

Colossians 3:16: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

James 3:17-18: “But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.”

6. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Strength

A godly mother is strong in her faith and is a source of strength for her family.
She perseveres through difficult times and trusts in God’s provision and protection.
A godly mother teaches her children to be strong and courageous and to face challenges with faith and courage.

Proverbs 31:25: “Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”

Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”

2 Timothy 1:7: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”

Psalm 18:31-35: “For who is God save the LORD? or who is a rock save our God? It is God that girdeth me with strength, and maketh my way perfect. He maketh my feet like hinds’ feet, and setteth me upon my high places. He teacheth my hands to war, so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms. Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great.”

Isaiah 40:31: “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint”

Ephesians 6:10: “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”

7. A Godly Mother is a Woman of Patience

A godly mother is a woman of patience who endures trials and tribulations with steadfastness. She is quick to listen and slow to anger, and she is able to forgive those who have wronged her.
A godly mother is also patient and understanding with her children, recognizing that they are still learning and growing. She seeks to discipline them in love and to help them develop good character and godly habits.
Her patience is rooted in her trust in God’s timing and plan, and she seeks to instill this same trust and patience in her children. She teaches them to persevere through difficult times and to remain faithful to God, knowing He is in control and will never leave nor forsake them.

James 1:2-4: “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”

Ecclesiastes 7:8: “Better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit.”

1 Thessalonians 5:14: “Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.”

Romans 12:12: “Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”

Psalm 37:7: “Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.”

Conclusion: On this Mother’s Day, let us honor and appreciate our mothers for the virtues they embody. Let us thank God for the gift of motherhood and for the many sacrifices that mothers make for their families. Let’s commit ourselves to living out the virtues of a godly mother, seeking to follow their example and to pass on the faith to future generations.

Maranatha!

Bro. Joe

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