A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world.— John 16:21 Mother’s Day arrives at a great time for Louisianans. It’s not too hot, the gardenias are blooming,…
Celebrating an Untraditional Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is approaching and, as a mom, you would think I’d be excited. Don’t judge me when I say, “I’m not”. This isn’t a case of false martyrdom or not being happy with the gifts I’ve received over the past decade. If I’m being completely honest, I have difficulty celebrating myself. Perhaps it can…
10 Verses to Pray for Your Daughter
I have always wanted to be a prayer warrior. I remember hearing stories of the power of prayer from missionaries that would come to our church growing up, or testimonies of women who prayed for their husbands and children incessantly until they came to know Jesus. I love those stories, and I wanted that –…
You Look Like God, Mom
Family resemblances make for an interesting discussion. Where do your looks come from? Do you have your mother’s nose, your father’s eyes, or your grandmother’s shape? Genetics are passed from generation to generation. Common traits reveal themselves and cause people to say, “You remind me of your mother.” Your traits go beyond generational genetics. They…
Mothers Day: On Eagles’ Wings
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY from all of us at Devotionals Daily! We pray for moms, grandmothers, soon-to-be mamas, step-mothers, moms-in-law, foster mothers, and those who step in to fill the mother gap for the motherless that you would be celebrated and loved on today. * * * But those who trust in the Lord will find…
I Can’t, But God Can
Do I Really “Get” God? He who forms the mountains, who creates the wind, and who reveals His thoughts to mankind, who turns dawn to darkness, and treads on the heights of the earth – the Lord God Almighty is His name. – Amos 4:13 Doing laundry. Raising well-adjusted kids. Building a good relationship with my husband. Even answering the phone.…
The Invisible Mom
“Does anyone see me?” The rise in social media is evidence that this question matters. So many of us want to feel noticed. We update our statuses, post pictures, and expose parts of our lives that a decade or so ago would have remained unknown, invisible, and unseen. I’m not against social media, but do…
My Favorite Moms of the Bible
The Bible is full of amazing women and mothers who set such a good example for us to follow. I love reading about the moms of the Bible who had real struggles in their midst and yet showed such a faith and endurance. That’s where the example is for me – where the stuff of real…
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