Mother’s Day is a unique day to recognize and commemorate the mother figures in our life. It is a moment to honor mothers’ unselfish love, care, and sacrifice for their children.
We can turn to the Bible for inspiration and guidance as we show our gratitude and affection for our moms, grandmothers, and other maternal figures. The Bible is full of stories and verses that highlight the beauty and significance of motherhood, reminding us of the power of a mother’s love and the rewards that come with it.
In this article, we will look at some of the best Bible lines that capture the heart of Mother’s Day and offer encouragement and gratitude to the amazing women who have affected our lives.
Mothers Day Bible Verses
1. Proverbs 31:30
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.
2. 1 Timothy 5:2
Treat older women as you would your mother, and treat younger women with all purity as you would your own sisters.
3. Isaiah 66:13
As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.
4. Psalm 127:3
Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him.
5. Proverbs 23:22
Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
6. Colossians 3:20-21
Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged.
7. Proverbs 30:11
There are those who curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers.
8. Ephesians 6:2-3
“Honor your father and mother” – which is the first commandment with a promise – “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.”
9. Proverbs 31:28
Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:
10. Isaiah 49:15
“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!
11. Proverbs 31:10
A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.
12. Psalm 139:13-14
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
13. Deuteronomy 5:16
Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
14. Proverbs 6:20-22
My son, keep your father’s command and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Bind them always on your heart; fasten them around your neck. When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you.
15. Psalm 113:9
He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the LORD.
16. Proverbs 17:6
Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.
A Biblical Example of Motherhood
17. Luke 1:38
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her.
18. Luke 1:46-48
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed.”
19. Luke 2:51
Then he went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But his mother treasured all these things in her heart.
20. John 2:5
His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.”
21. Luke 2:34-35
Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.”
22. Luke 1:28
The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.”
23. Luke 1:42
In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear!”
24. Matthew 1:18
This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit.
25. Genesis 21:6-7
Sarah said, “God has brought me laughter, and everyone who hears about this will laugh with me.” And she added, “Who would have said to Abraham that Sarah would nurse children? Yet I have borne him a son in his old age.”
26. 1 Samuel 1:27-28
“I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him. So now I give him to the LORD. For his whole life he will be given over to the LORD.” And he worshiped the LORD there.
27. Luke 1:7
But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able to conceive, and they were both very old.
28. Luke 1:13
But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John.”
29. Genesis 25:21
Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was childless. The LORD answered his prayer, and his wife Rebekah became pregnant.
30. 1 Samuel 2:1-2
Then Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the LORD; in the LORD my horn is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in your deliverance. There is no one holy like the LORD; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.”
31. Luke 1:36
“Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month.”
32. Genesis 18:10
Then one of them said, “I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son.”
The Love of a Mother: A Reflection of God’s Love
33. Isaiah 66:13
As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.
34. Isaiah 49:15
“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!”
35. Psalm 27:10
Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me.
36. Psalm 103:13
As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him.
37. Isaiah 42:14
“For a long time I have kept silent, I have been quiet and held myself back. But now, like a woman in childbirth, I cry out, I gasp and pant.”
38. Hosea 11:3-4
Yet it was I who taught Ephraim to walk, I who took them up in my arms; but they did not know that I healed them. I led them with cords of human kindness, with ties of love. To them I was like one who lifts a little child to the cheek, and I bent down to feed them.
39. Psalm 139:13-14
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.
40. Matthew 23:37
“Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, and you were not willing.”
The Sacrifices of Motherhood: A Reflection of Christ’s Sacrifice
41. John 19:26-27
When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, “Woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” From that time on, this disciple took her into his home.
42. Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.
43. Philippians 2:5-8
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cross!
44. Galatians 2:20
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
45. 1 John 3:16
This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And weought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters.
46. Mark 8:34-35
Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it.”
47. John 10:11
“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”
48. Hebrews 12:2
fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
A Mother’s Prayer: Interceding for Her Children
49. 1 Samuel 1:27-28
I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him. So now I give him to the LORD. For his whole life he will be given over to the LORD.” And he worshiped the LORD there.
50. James 5:16
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
51. Matthew 7:11
“If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!”
52. 1 Timothy 2:1-2
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
53. Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
54. Matthew 18:19-20
“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
55. Ephesians 6:18-19
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel.
Conclusion
There are numerous beautiful Bible verses that honor and value mothers. These verses can motivate and encourage mothers on Mother’s Day or any other day of the year.
These verses serve as a reminder of the selflessness, courage, and unconditional love that mothers symbolize, whether you are a mother yourself or simply want to appreciate the mothers in your life.
May these verses offer peace and joy to all mothers, and may we continue to acknowledge and appreciate all they do.
