Recently, I have been discussing topics with other moms, such as sibling rivalry, schooling choices, health concerns, friendship, future education, jobs, and marriage; phew! When it comes to motherhood, every topic is on the table! It reminded me of the complexities and wonders of motherhood!

The gift of motherhood is a wonder to behold.

From the moment we get that pregnancy test back until the Lord calls us home, we never stop being moms; it is a gift given to us. Motherhood comes in many different ways. Some are biological or through adoption; some are spiritual moms. As we shared in our Bible study group recently, no matter what we do as followers of Christ, we are called to love God first (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) and to be disciples and disciple others (Matthew 28:16-20). Motherhood may look different for you than it does for me. I have five children, many nieces and nephews, and opportunities to be a mother figure. I consider it all a gift to behold. I love talking with other moms, hearing their stories while they share their hearts and challenges, and praying with them. I love how they challenge and inspire me. One sweet friend currently in the early years of motherhood is such a blessing. She is walking by faith, taking risks and leaning on others to walk with her on the journey of motherhood. We can’t be mothers alone; we need one another to be reminded of the gift of motherhood and allow God to use us in our unique spheres of influence.

Maybe today, you begin with a prayer journal, write down your kids’ names, and begin by thanking God for each one, their specific needs, and verses you can pray out loud over them. The beautiful thing about writing it down is that you can return later and note the answers to prayer and what you are still waiting on. I have kept this habit for my kids and have been amazed at how God has met me through my quiet moments, pouring out my heart before the Lord.

I can’t stress enough the importance of spending time with your children. My devotionals are an excellent way to begin connecting with them and digging into the Word of God together. I mentioned that what you write down can be looked back on later, and that is what my devotionals offer: a treasured keepsake to look back on one day!
Dear Mom, you are not alone! I pray that you find even one other mom and commit to praying for your children, marriage, and needs. Prayer changes everything and quickly reminds us of our need for Jesus! Remember the mission of motherhood—pointing our families to Jesus, the founder and perfector of our faith!

Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:1-2

 

 

May this song be a blessing for you today by Anne Wilson and Lainey Wilson today –Praying Woman