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A Mother's Day Reflection

5/3/2021

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Mother’s Day has to be one of my favorite holidays because it honors one of the two most important people in most people’s lives. Whether the woman who raised us was biological or step, adopted or foster, or another family member, mothers have been given a sometimes overwhelming task to nourish, clothe, protect, teach, and love the little people in their lives. Some mothers seem to take on the task almost effortlessly while others do not feel 
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they have the energy to do the job well enough. Whether a mother is a “supermom” or a frazzled mother trying to make sure everyone’s needs are met, mothers in some way sacrifice a part of themselves in hopes that their children will have a good life. One of the sacrifices that a Christian mother offer is prayer.
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One of my favorite Bible stories about mothers is found in 2 Timothy. Apostle Paul is writing from his prison cell in Rome to Timothy who Paul considered his son in faith. Paul is telling Timothy how the faith and prayer of his mother Eunice and grandmother Lois helped shape his faith and Christian walk. Through the consistent prayers of these godly women, Timothy became a godly man who preached the gospel boldly.

Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears that I may be filled with joy; 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. 2 Timothy 1:4-5 
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But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou has known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 3:14-15
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When I see a young mother with children, I find myself smiling and praying for them as I remember my own children growing up. I remember the sleepless nights when my children were sick, the sadness and concern when I had to correct them, the joy when they achieved a goal they were working for, and my heart melting when they told me they loved me. There are many trials but many more rewards to being a mother. I am so thankful that God made some of us mothers.

To the mothers out there, have a very happy Mother’s Day.

In Christ,
Stephanie
1 Comment
Jean
5/4/2021 05:02:58 pm

Thank you for reminding me of the high calling it is to be a mother/grandmother/great-grandmother. You have blessed me with your memories of being a mother.

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