The power of a mother is seen in her lifestyle. Motherhood not only changes the mother, but changes generations of family. Allow me a moment to expand on this concept a little further.

M – Model of Selflessness: Mothers hold a special place in the children’s hearts because they go out of their way to serve others and throughout our lives, they have put themselves last in order to put their children first. Consider the mother of 1 Kings 3 who stood before Solomon and choose the best interest over herself.

O – Obedience: From the beginning, Christian mothers uphold a standard of obedience in their teaching of the greatness and the faith their children must have in God. Take the example of the widow in 2 Kings 4 who followed the instruction of Elisha and was able to pay her debts and take care of her children.

T – Thankfulness: Christian mothers are a powerful example of the thankfulness to the Father. From the moment of birth, mothers begin to pray for their children. Consider Hannah, who, having her prayers answered, followed through and dedicated her son to the Lord.

H – Helping: Mothers have a special touch when being patient throughout their children’s lives as they mature. Lois and Eunice both took a helping hand in teaching Timothy about faith in God. (2 Timothy 1:5)

E – Extraordinary Living: Christian mothers set an example for their children to endure throughout generations. Remember the character of Elisabeth who was called “righteous before God, walking blamelessly in the commands and statues of the Lord.” (Luke 1:8)

R- Reflection of God’s Love: Jochabed was a true reflection of God’s love as she choose to protect her son from the hand of Pharaoh and to teach him his spiritual roots. (Exodus 2:1-15; Hebrew 11:25-28)

Just some thoughts,