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A godly mother embodies the heart of Christ to her children. She is mindful of her impact on their lives and futures, willing to make sacrifices for their well-being. Godly mothers are consistent in their faith, displaying the same values at home and in public. Even in the absence of a godly father, a mother can profoundly influence her children’s spiritual journey. Here are some key traits of a godly mother:
1. She knows God. A godly mother desires her children to walk in godliness and sets the example. A mother cannot instill values and qualities she does not possess. Therefore, the initial step to becoming a godly mother is surrendering to the lordship of Jesus. Through this surrender, her soul is restored “He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:3), her life is transformed “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17), and her mind is renewed “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” (Romans 12:2).
2. She understands her role in marriage and the family. Due to the consequences of sin, women may struggle with the desire to control their husbands “Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou sha
And your conception; in sorrow you shall bring forth children; and your desire shall be for your husband, and he shall rule over you.” , (Genesis 3:16). However, God decreed that husbands and fathers should bear the weight of responsibility for their families “But I want you to know that the head of every man is Christ, the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God.” , (1 Corinthians 11:3). A godly wife will gracefully submit to that leadership and exemplify godly submission to authority for her children. Even when husbands and fathers are unworthy of such respect, godly mothers do not speak ill of them to the children. Divorced or single mothers can also be godly mothers as they teach their children about God’s plan for marriage and exhibit purity and wisdom in their own dating relationships.
3. She does not neglect her own health and well-being. Often, we associate personal martyrdom with humility and service, but it does not have to be that way. Godly mothers demonstrate healthy self-respect and boundaries for their children. A godly mother understands that exhausting herself by acting as a servant to her children is not beneficial for anyone. She will selflessly give to her children, but she will also set aside time to recharge herself because she understands that if she is not healthy, her children will also suffer.
4. She seizes teachable moments to instill biblical truths. A godly mother is not so preoccupied with meeting physical needs that she neglects her true calling, which is to raise future disciples of Christ (Ephesians 6:4;Proverbs 22:6). Because she walks closely with God, she effortlessly directs her children’s attention to His work in their lives. She might say to the three-year-old, “Look at that beautiful robin? God, who loves us, created that bird.”
It is a beautiful day for us to enjoy. Thank you, God, for your beautiful birds.” She may say to her pre-teen, “Honey, I’m sorry you didn’t make the team. I know it hurts, but remember that God has something bigger in store for you as you trust Him with even this disappointment.”
5. She models service to God and others. Children need reminders that they were created for God, and serving Him is their highest calling «for by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: », (Colossians 1:16). A godly mother will demonstrate this in her own life as she involves her children in serving others. “Let’s finish this so we can make dinner for the Smith family. They’re going through a hard time, and we want to remind them that Jesus has not forgotten about them.” Acts 9:36–41 gives us a glimpse into the life of Tabitha, who was known for her good deeds. When she died, many townspeople brought out the garments she had made for them as evidence of her kindness. A godly mother leaves evidence of her kindness, and her children are proud of her reputation see Matthew 5:16.
6. She has a healthy self-image. Many women in our culture struggle with low self-worth due to childhood wounds or comparison with others. A godly mother has learned to see herself as God sees her. Because of this, she can demonstrate to her children the way a godly woman should present herself. Godly mothers see themselves as active participants in God’s work; they don’t try to gain attention or a sense of worth through dress or behavior or relational status. First Peter 3:3–4 says, “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit.”
Spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.” A godly mother acts and dresses modestly. She models proper, God-honoring behavior to her children.
The Proverbs 31 woman is a picture of a godly mother. Although she puts her children and husband first, they are not her entire world. She develops her gifts and uses them to benefit her family and her community. She is a credit to her husband and a role model for her children. She lives with integrity at home and in public, and she presents herself honorably. Verse 28 gives us the result of her years of faithful mothering. After she has poured her life into them, “her children rise up and call her blessed.”
