Are you looking for the perfect Bible Verse for a Mother’s Day card, to recite as part of your Mother’s Day gift, or to include in a Sunday School lesson? These Precious Bible Verses for Mother’s Day have something for everyone. So, let’s celebrate mom on her big day with this collection of Bible Verses all about her!
It’s the time of year we set aside to celebrate the most precious woman in our lives… our Mother. She’s the one who brought us into this world and made us the person we are today.
My mother was a strong independent career woman. The very definition of a modern-day Proverbs 31 woman.
But she was more than that to me. She was my best friend and confidant. The person I could always turn to no matter what. She listened patiently to all of my problems, secrets, and dreams.
She held me close when I hurt and gave me the nickname “Precious”. Because that’s what I was to her, and she was never afraid to let me know it.
She was also a lot of fun and had a way of turning everyday things into a game. She was an amazing lady who loved her children and put us above herself.
But my mom’s greatest gift to me and my brother was her love for the Lord Jesus Christ. She was a gifted Bible teacher, sharing her knowledge in Sunday school classes, Wednesday night Precept meetings, family gatherings, and most importantly in our own home.
What a blessing it was to grow up in a house where I was taught God’s Word every single day!
This is where we begin our look at Precious Bible Verses for Mother’s Day! There’s something here for everyone. So, let’s dive in an learn what the Bible says about a good mother.
Inspirational Mother’s Day Verses
Being a great mom is about nurturing your children, taking care of their physical needs, and building a secure family life for them to thrive in. A mom’s dedication to daily providing for her kids is inspiring.
So, these inspirational Mother’s Day verses are a great way to start off our devotional dedicated to moms everywhere.
Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.
The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.
Proverbs 14:1 NIV
Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.
3 John 1:4 NIV
It has given me great joy to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father commanded us.
2 John 1:4 NIV
Listen, my son, and be wise, and set your heart on the right path:
1 Corinthians 13:5 NIV
Beautiful Bible Verses about A Mother’s Teaching
A mother’s most important job is to teach her children to love and respect the Lord. This instruction is the foundation of a child’s faith. It stays with them when they are grown and follows them wherever they go.
As you’ll see in these beautiful Bible verses about a mother’s teaching, it truly is the most precious gift a mother could give her child.
My son, keep your father’s command
and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.
Bind them always on your heart;
fasten them around your neck.
When you walk, they will guide you;
when you sleep, they will watch over you;
when you awake, they will speak to you.
Proverbs 6:20-22
Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction
and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.
They are a garland to grace your head
and a chain to adorn your neck.
Start children off on the way they should go,
and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
Proverbs 22:6
A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.
Proverbs 29:15 NIV
Bible Verses on Honoring Your Mother and Father
As you’ll read in just a few seconds, honoring your parents is the very first of the Ten Commandments with a promise.
Respect your mother and father and in return, God will give you a long and successful life.
This promise builds strong, godly families and shows the faith of all who live in your household.
No One represented this commandment better than Jesus Himself. As He faced the cross, He remembered His precious mother and made sure she would be cared for in His absence.
So, let’s honor the sacrifice of our Savior Christ Jesus and our mother by reading these Bible verses on honoring your mother and father.
Honor your father and your mother, as the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
Deuteronomy 5:16
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.”
Ephesians 6:1-3
Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
Exodus 20:12
When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, “Woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” From that time on, this disciple took her into his home.
John 19:26-27
Listen, my son, and be wise, and set your heart on the right path:
The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is a sorrow to his mother.
But you say that if anyone declares that what might have been used to help their father or mother is ‘devoted to God,’ they are not to ‘honor their father or mother’ with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition.
Matthew 15:5-6 NIV
Mother’s Day Bible Verses from Proverbs 31
What does Proverbs say about mothers?
Proverbs 31 tells the tale of a virtuous Christian woman. Her most precious characteristic is recognized when her children see all she has done to keep the home running smoothly, her family fed, and God first in her life.
Then her husband and children honor her and call her blessed!
A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.
Proverbs 31:10 NIV
Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.
Proverbs 31:11 NIV
She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.
Proverbs 31:12 NIV
Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.
Proverbs 31:26 NIV
She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Proverbs 31:27 NIV
Her children arise and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
Proverbs 31:28 NKJV
There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!
Honor her for all that her hands have done,
and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
Proverbs 31:31
Mother’s Day Bible Verses about the Joys of Motherhood
God lovingly created each one of us. He knew us before we were born. And His greatest joy is in His children.
This is the same joy God gives to mothers everywhere.
The knowledge of their precious unborn child growing inside of them. The sweet face of their newborn baby as they hold them for the first time. Gently guiding them along life’s path. And seeing them follow the Lord with all their heart.
These are the joys of Motherhood found in the following Bible Verses for Mother’s Day.
You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb.
May your father and mother rejoice;
may she who gave you birth be joyful!
Proverbs 23:25
Can a mother forget the baby at her breast
and have no compassion on the child she has borne?
Though she may forget,
I will not forget you!
Isaiah 49:15
A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world.
John 16:21
Children are a heritage from the Lord,
offspring a reward from him.
Psalm 127:3
Children’s children are a crown to the aged,
and parents are the pride of their children.
Proverbs 17:6
Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,
The fruit of the womb is a reward.
Like arrows in the hand of a warrior,
So are the children of one’s youth.
Psalm 127:3-4 NKJV
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Scriptures for When Mother’s Day is Hard
Mother’s Day isn’t always a happy event. Sometimes it’s downright hard.
Maybe you’ve lost your mom like me. Or you struggle with infertility and the deep desire to be a mom yourself.
But no matter what heartache you feel, God has words of comfort for you on this difficult day in these scriptures for when Mother’s Day is hard.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted
and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Psalm 34:18
Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition which I asked of Him. Therefore I also have lent him to the Lord; as long as he lives he shall be lent to the Lord.” So they worshiped the Lord there.
1 Samuel 1:27-28
He settles the childless woman in her home
as a happy mother of children.
Praise the Lord.
Psalm 113:9
and none will miscarry or be barren in your land. I will give you a full life span.
Exodus 23:26 NIV
Best Bible Verses about Mothers in the Bible
Some of the best examples of motherhood are found in the Bible. Their faith carried them through many ups and downs. And helped them grow as mothers and faithful followers of Jesus.
Here are just a few examples of mothers in the Bible. I pray they will encourage you to live out your faith as a mom and strong Christian woman.
And Mary said:
“My soul glorifies the Lord
and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,
for he has been mindful
of the humble state of his servant.
From now on all generations will call me blessed,
Luke 1:46-48
Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene.
And Adam called his wife’s name Eve, because she was the mother of all living.
I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you.
2 Timothy 1:5 NLT
And Abraham called the name of his son who was born to him—whom Sarah bore to him—Isaac.
Genesis 21:3 NKJV
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Bible Verses about a Mother’s Love
A mother’s love is the gift that keeps on giving, even when we’re grown and have children of our own.
These Bible Verses about love are more than just about moms. They’re about the love of God for His children and the gift of a mother’s love. A wonderful blessing for sure!
Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins.
1 Peter 4:8 ESV
But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children,
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23 NIV
But we were gentle among you, just as a nursing mother cherishes her own children.
1 Thessalonians 2:7 NKJV
As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.
Isaiah 66:13 NIV
Encouraging Bible Verses for Mothers
God’s Word is filled with guidance. And these Verses for Moms tell us how we should act as Christian women. Encouraging one another, caring more about what is in our hearts than our outward appearance, and bearing fruit for God’s Kingdom throughout our lives.
Let’s read them and find inspiration for the days ahead.
The righteous will flourish like a palm tree,
they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon;
planted in the house of the Lord,
they will flourish in the courts of our God.
They will still bear fruit in old age,
they will stay fresh and green,
Psalm 92:12-14 NIV
well reported for good works: if she has brought up children, if she has lodged strangers, if she has washed the saints’ feet, if she has relieved the afflicted, if she has diligently followed every good work.
1 Timothy 5:10 NKJV
Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes.
1 Peter 3:3 NIV
A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
Proverbs 11:16 NIV
Never speak harshly to an older man, but appeal to him respectfully as you would to your own father. Talk to younger men as you would to your own brothers. Treat older women as you would your mother, and treat younger women with all purity as you would your own sisters.
1 Timothy 5:1-2 NLT
Older women likewise are to be reverent in their behavior, not malicious gossips nor enslaved to much wine, teaching what is good, so that they may encourage the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, to be sensible, pure, workers at home, kind, being subject to their own husbands, so that the word of God will not be dishonored.
Each of these Precious Bible Verses for Mother’s Day celebrates Mom and everything she is. My prayer is that they will speak words of wisdom into your heart as you prepare for your mother’s special day and show her all the love you have for her!
Please take a moment and let me know which is your favorite Bible verse for Mother’s Day in the comments below. I’d love to know. And I promise to answer back.
Have a very Happy Mother’s Day!
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