What Makes a Godly Mom?

 Prov. 31:30 - a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. 
(side note:  if your mom is failing at some of these points, don't tease her.  Remember:  Matt. 7:2)

WHAT MAKES A GODLY MOM?

1)   She knows God!
John 14:6 - Eph. 2:8 - first and foremost need to put faith in Christ if haven't already done so.  Without God's love, cannot become a Godly mom.
Believers as well.  1 John 1:9  - be forgiven, don't carry burden of sin, are better with that weight off.  You can't run the race if are entangled in sin.

2)  She prays for her children 

Col. 1:9-12 - written to Christians in Colossae, but should serve as a model for us.  Who would not want to be doing this for our children.
1Thess. 5:17 - pray continually.  Example:  Hannah in OT, mother of Samuel, prayed with all her strength.  Priest thought she was drunk.

Example:  1 Sam. 1:8 - from buffaloes and butterflies messages:  Elkanah = clod, sinful male, is confused, hurt, doesn't understand "butterfly".
"She poured out her soul before the Lord" - do we do that?
Need to have knowledge, spiritual wisdom and understanding so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord.

3)  She teaches her children.  No one has the time, opportunity and obligation like you. 
Example:  Timothy - ordained by Paul, at least 5 New testament churches, went with Paul on a good portion of his missions, was with him in his imprisonment.  Was extraordinary.  Fox's Book of Martyrs states he died at Ephesus a the age of 80.  Killed by pagans that he offended with the message. 
Where did Timothy first learn the scriptures, about the faith. From his Mama and Grandma.
2 Tim. 1:5, 3:14-15 - where would we be if not for all this teaching and preaching.

Deut. 6:6-9 - teach children all the time.  in little conversations, moments, opportunities.  All this adds up.  Make the most of the time you have.  Basically, ALWAYS be teaching your children.  

4)  She models the faith for her children.
Titus 3:7-8
1 Cor. 11:1 - "follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ."  - Children learn more from what we do than what we say.  Back up your talk with your walk.  Kids take cues, imitate how you talk and treat their father, the church, church people - at home vs public, how you spend time, money, what shows and media do you watch, value, dress, social media.  They'll follow - work hard, serving at church, loving husband, showing mercy, sacrificing, staying on the right path.

Give mama a break.  It is Mother's Day after all.

How to honor Godly mothers?
1)  Have grace for her - Rom. 3:23, Eph. 4:32 - she has a tough job.  cut her some slack.

2)  Appreciate her.  Prov. 31:28-31 - thanks.  Good job.  Eat what's put on your plate.  Put up laundry,  don't roll eyes, help, pick up.  Give her a minute to read her Bible, pray, potty, give a card, do the dishes, take out trash, talk with her, eat dinner she prepares.  Look for ways to appreciate.

3)  Obey her.- Eph. 6:1-3

4)  Give her some time and attention

5)  Pray for her.

6)  Don't badmouth her.  - Psm. 19:14

7)  Don't be a dingus (doofus)  - Prov. 10:1 - fools break hearts so stop being fool!

Conclusion:

Mamas have an amazing calling, opportunity, and responsibility.  

Come to Jesus,, be set free, Love, experience, and give.  Can never show the love of God to your children if you have never received the love of God.

Once saved/changed, set free.... commit to pray, teaching, modeling.  No one can replace you. 
Got questions?  "What is a Godly mother?" = "A woman who represents the heart of Christ to her children."  - Is no greater responsibility.

Children of all ages.  Seek to honor your mom.  Today and everyday.  In so doing - will continue to build strong families.  Stand firm with joy and love and a good time.

Closing Scripture:  Prov. 23:23-25