A Tribute to Faithful Mothers on Mother’s Day

May 9, 2025

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“I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.” – 2 Timothy 1:5

Mother’s Day invites us to reflect on the deep, often quiet influence of a mother’s faith. The Apostle Paul’s words to Timothy reveal that sincere faith often passes from one generation to the next through the loving guidance of mothers and grandmothers. Today, we celebrate that legacy.

A Mother’s Work: Beyond Measure

When we think about the value of moms, it’s usually in terms of intangible gifts—love, wisdom, compassion, and sacrifice. These are treasures that can’t be priced.

But what if we did try to measure the economic value of a mother’s daily work?

According to Salary.com, a working mother averages 54 hours a week managing her household in addition to her job. Stay-at-home moms? They often work the equivalent of 15-hour days, seven days a week. The roles include everything from chef and nurse to financial manager, event planner, and counselor.

Based on these duties, a mother’s annual salary would exceed $185,000—and that’s before bonuses, overtime, or hazard pay. Factoring in those extras, a stay-at-home mom could easily command over $200,000 a year. And truthfully, she’s worth every penny.

Still, even that figure falls short of her true worth. The value of a mother’s love and faithfulness can’t be calculated. It's personal. It's spiritual. It’s eternal.

How Scripture Calls Us to Honor Mothers

The Bible doesn’t just acknowledge the role of mothers—it esteems it. Proverbs 31:28 paints a moving picture of a godly woman’s reward:

“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”

Honoring your mother starts with your words. Tell her what she means to you. Thank her for the sacrifices she has made and the ways she has reflected God’s love in your life.

But biblical honor doesn’t end with gratitude. It matures into care, especially as our mothers age.

Honoring Through Care: A Biblical Mandate

In Mark 7:10–13, Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for neglecting their duty to care for their parents, even though they claimed their resources were dedicated to God. Their so-called righteousness became a mask for selfishness. Jesus made it clear: caring for your parents is not optional; it's a direct expression of your devotion to God.

In today’s terms, honoring your mother might look like:

Making time for her amid your busy schedule
Offering financial assistance or managing her needs
Including her in decisions that affect the family
Listening with patience and respect
Praying for and with her regularly

These acts aren’t just thoughtful gestures—they reflect the heart of Scripture and offer a meaningful way to live out our faith in everyday life.

Honoring a Legacy of Faith

Whether it’s your biological mom, your wife, a grandmother, or a spiritual mother who’s poured into your life, this Sunday is your opportunity to show them they’re not alone or forgotten.

Let her know she’s seen. Let her know she’s loved. Let her know that her quiet faithfulness—the prayers whispered, the tears cried, the meals made, the lessons taught—isn’t wasted. It is, in fact, shaping generations and pointing hearts toward Jesus.

Because when a mother models faith, she’s not just building a home—she’s shaping eternity.

This Mother’s Day, let’s rise up and call her blessed, not just with words, but with actions that honor God and her.

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