Mother’s Day

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

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Frankly Speaking,

13 Three things will last forever —faith, hope, and love—

and the greatest of these is love. ~ I Corinthians 13:13

REAL LOVE!  ~ What’s your favorite song about your momma? Better yet, what was your mom’s favorite song? My mom loved a singer whose name was Slim Whitman. Yup! It’s a real name. I honestly thought he sounded like a dog howling late at night, but she loved him.

Isn’t it funny how different we all are. When we were young, the last thing we ever wanted was to be like our momma or our daddy. As life goes by, many of us realize that’s not such a bad thing. My mom wasn’t perfect, and she certainly did not raise a perfect son. Nevertheless, I remember her favorite BIBLE verse. She loved Psalm 37:4.

“Delight yourself also in THE LORD,

And HE shall give you the desires of your heart.”

That is a rich verse full of hope and promise. The BIBLE is full of GOD’S promises to moms and their children. Look at these two mommas in the NEW TESTAMENT who memorialize Mother’s Day. The Apostle Paul spoke very highly of both mommas.  The verse is II Timothy 1:5.

“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.

I love that one is momma and the other is grandma. There are many verses and passages in THE BIBLE which speak to us on Mother’s Day. Are you a momma? Then, make sure your children know which verse is your favorite. Are you thinking about your momma or grandma? Then, reflect on her favorite verse and thank GOD for all the rich memories you have because she loves you unconditionally. Remember, JESUS has a momma whom HE loves deeply. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! 😊

LIVING IN THE SHADOW OF THE CROSS

Blessings in CHRIST,

Pastor Wes

I PETER 3:15

GREATEST MOTHERS OF ALL TIME!

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FRANKLY SPEAKING,

30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised. 31 Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise.

Proverbs 31:10-31 NLT

THE GREATEST MOTHERS OF ALL TIME! MOM, MOTHER, MOMMA, MAMA, GRANDMA, MIMI, MEMAW, etc.… What incredible gifts to all children. Take a moment to think of one of those times that your mom and/or grandma made everything better. Maybe it was something a small as a skinned knee, or it could be that moment where the world felt as though it was closing in on you. There was mom; encouraging you through the worst of times.

I remember so many times my mom desperately wanted to make everything better. Every time I broke a bone, failed a test, or had a car accident She would make me a banana sandwich, or her spaghetti goulash. She would just be there. Another time, I was staying with my grandmother, and my leg cramped up so badly I was screaming in pain. She took me for a wale in the cool morning. It went away. Then, she took out some crayons and taught me how to color using my finger to shade. Such simple moments that mean the world to me as an adult. Listen to this:

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.       II Timothy 1:5 NLT

I am sure you have great stories of your mom and grandmothers. Take time to remember those wonderful moments. Also, call out to GOD on behalf of your children, and stand in the gap for them as they navigate the treacherous waters toward and through adulthood. Give them JESUS every day you can ~ HIS Word lasts forever! ~ By the way, they are probably telling some of their favorite stories about you even now. 😊

Living in THE SHADOW of the CROSS

Blessings in CHRIST

Pastor Wes

I Peter 3:15