A Mother's Heritage

Yesterday was Mother's Day.  Mother's everywhere were honored and given "special" treatment by their children.  But honoring mothers is  more than a "once a year" event.  Each day we should cherish and honor this most important person in our life.  Make sure you aren't like the ones who say, "Ok, Mother's Day is over, now back to work!"  Although Mother's Day usually involves children giving gifts to their moms, I want to share just a few things mothers can give to their children that will create a heritage that will live on.

1.  Principles -- Mothers should give their children the gift of Biblical principles.  If you want to pass on your faith on to your children, you must set aside time to read the Bible with them and talk with them about spiritual truths.

2.  Godly Example -- Most of the time, children follow in the path of their parents.  That's why it is vital that children see their mother live out a godly example before them.  Mother's serve as an example of influence, attitude, and action.

3.  Persistence -- Very few kids "get it" the first time.  As mothers, you must keep teaching, disciplining, and living faithfully before your children.

4.  Participation -- Get involved doing the things you want them to do. Care about their daily lives.
Don’t just send them to church, take them to church.

5.  Praise -- Learn to praise your kids for the good things they do.  Believe it or not children do more good in a day than bad.  Not every child is going to be an “A” student, but learn to praise them for doing the best they can.  Praise is more effective than condemnation.

6.  Prayer -- Don’t just pray for your kids; pray with them.  Children need to hear their parents pray for them, call their name, and make specific requests for them.  Prayer is one of the most powerful things you can do for your children.   The success of many children is directly related to the prayers of their mother.

7.  Love -- The love of a mother for her children cannot be measured. A mother will run from a mouse in fright and yet face any enemy that is trying to hurt her children without fear. When you feel that no one else loves you, a mother’s love is always there.

8.  Responsibility -- God wants each mother to become the model mother for her children.     Children are guided through life and land safely on the other side because of a mother’s prayers.     Mothers, you count to God!

Although Mother's Day is past, mothers should still be honored each and every day!  Mother's have so much to give and they will leave a heritage that will last a lifetime!

What did you do to show honor to your mother?