3 Reasons We Celebrate Mothers (Proverbs 31:25-26)—because behind every strong child is a stronger mother whose quiet courage spoke louder than words.
3 Reasons We Celebrate Mothers
Mother’s Day is more than flowers and brunch—it’s a chance to pause and celebrate the women who helped shape our lives.
I think of my own mom, who prayed me through some rough seasons and never stopped believing God had more for me. Mothers don’t just raise kids; they raise courage, faith, and wisdom in the people around them.
Today, we’re opening Proverbs 31:25-26 to see 3 Reasons We Celebrate Mothers—their strength, their sincerity, and their powerful, life-giving speech.
1. Our Mother’s Strength
“She is clothed with strength and dignity” (Proverbs 31:25a)
A. Her strength builds stability
Moms don’t just have strength—they are strength. They carry burdens we often never see, and they stand when everything else starts falling. Proverbs 31:25 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity,” meaning this strength isn’t seasonal—it’s who she is. Her steady presence keeps the home standing when life starts shaking around it.
Some of us only realize that strength when it’s gone. But growing up, we knew—if mom was steady, everything else would be okay. She became the emotional anchor, the spiritual covering, and the quiet foundation that held the whole thing together. She didn’t just respond to storms—she calmed them.
B. Her strength brings security
There’s something powerful about a mom’s presence. When she’s near, we feel safe. We sleep better, dream bigger, and walk taller knowing she’s with us. Isaiah 66:13 says, “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” That sense of comfort and safety often flows from her strength.
You could fall asleep to her prayers in the next room. Or walk into her hug and instantly feel like things were going to be okay. Her strength doesn’t just protect—it empowers. It gives you the courage to face things you’d never face alone because you know she’s in your corner.
“This sermon material provides some ideas and thoughts for a Mother’s Day Sermon from Proverbs 31:25-26”
2. Our Mother’s Sincerity
“She can rejoice in the days to come” (Proverbs 31:25b)
A. Her faith drives her courage
Proverbs 31:25 says, “She laughs at the days to come.” That’s not denial—it’s deep-rooted faith in a faithful God. She doesn’t fear tomorrow because she knows who’s already in it. Her strength comes from trusting God—not herself, not her situation, but the One who never changes.
I’ve seen moms walk through storms with peace that didn’t make sense. You ask how they do it—and it’s always the same answer: “I just trust God.” That kind of quiet confidence preaches louder than most sermons. Faith, for her, isn’t a feeling—it’s a decision, and she lives like she believes it.
B. Her faith shapes our future
A mother’s faith doesn’t stop with her—it flows into us. She teaches us not just how to believe, but how to live boldly. Her prayers planted seeds. Her example showed us what it looks like to trust God when everything’s uncertain. Hebrews 11 reminds us that faith shapes legacies—and moms are proof.
Some of us are walking in blessings today because of prayers our mothers whispered years ago. Her faith gave us vision for more than survival—it gave us a picture of life with purpose. She believed God could do great things in us, and that belief still pushes us forward.
3. Our Mother’s Speech
“She opens her mouth with wisdom, And on her tongue is the law of kindness.” (Proverbs 31:26)
A. Her words reflect wisdom
Proverbs 31:26 says, “She speaks with wisdom…” That’s not just about what she says—it’s how and when she says it. Her words carry weight because they come from prayer, patience, and experience. Even her silence speaks when it’s shaped by discernment and love.
I still remember things my mom said twenty years ago—short phrases that stuck and guided me. Her wisdom didn’t come from books alone; it came from walking with God. Her words weren’t perfect, but they pointed me toward truth. And over time, I realized—they weren’t just her words. They were God’s.
B. Her words nurture hope
The second part of Proverbs 31:26 says, “…and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” She doesn’t just correct—she encourages. Her words lift us when we feel low, and they remind us that God is still writing our story. She doesn’t just see where we are—she sees who we’re becoming.
A mother’s words can heal what the world tries to break. With one sentence, she can pull us out of despair and point us back to faith. Her voice becomes the echo of God’s promises—especially when we’ve forgotten them. She reminds us that we’re loved, we’re seen, and we’re not done yet.
Conclusion
So today, let’s not rush past this moment. Let’s thank God for the strength, sincerity, and speech of our mothers.
Whether your mom is still here or has gone home to be with the Lord, her influence still echoes through your life.
I remember kneeling beside my mom while she prayed—those moments marked me. Her faith was loud, even when her words were few.
So today, call her, bless her, pray for her, or remember her. Celebrate her well—she’s God’s gift to you.
Source Material
7 Best Books on Expository Preaching Helping People Prepare Expository Sermons
A Commentary on Proverbs by Robert L. Alden
A Commentary on Proverbs by Derek Kidner
