Mothers

Mothers…life would be so different without them.  A mother is not only a woman who has born a child but she is also a nurturer, encourager, trainer of the next generation, teacher, etc.  I think in today’s society we have forgotten the importance of mothers.  When a woman tells the world that she is planning on staying home and devoting her time and energy to be a mom, they tend to look down on her- as if she had picked a lowly calling.  The Bible clearly considers the position of a mother to be one which should be desired.

“He grants the barren woman a home, like a joyful mother of children.  Praise the Lord!”

Psalm 113:9

“And they blessed Rebekah and said to her: “Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands of ten thousands; and may your descendants possess the gates of those who hate them.” “

Genesis 24:60

 Not only is this a desired position but it is also a position of great honor and glory.  As children we have the responsibility to rise up and call our mothers blessed, just like this verse says:

“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her; “Many daughters have done well, but you excel them all.” “

Proverbs 31:28-29

To be a mother is a constant job.  I’ve watched my mamma and I’m pretty sure she doesn’t have more than 5 minutes to herself during a day :).  But my mamma has a heart of gold and considers it a sacred calling of the highest magnitude.  She rejoices in her place and is blessed because of it.

I challenge you to take the time today to thank your mamma for all she’s done for you, especially if she’s a godly woman who has forsaken the “normal” to follow her Savior.  They deserve our praise and respect!

Happy Mother’s Day!

Learning to delight in Jesus,

Hannah