Mom’s Great Influence “And let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31
There were four preachers in the family of Dr. G. Campbell Morgan
At a family reunion a friend asked, ‘Which Morgan is the greatest preacher?’
One son looked at his father, then replied..., ‘Mother.’
The hand that rocks the cradle....
A Parents Greatest Contribution to our Society
Proverbs Gives Us an Image of Such a Woman of Godly Influence!
“Many daughters have done well, But you excel them all. Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31:29-31
Proverbs 31 Gives Us Four Foundational Impressions!
The Struggle of Standards (vv. 1-9)
“The words of King Lemuel, the utterance which his mother taught him...” (v. 1)
Studies show that the years of one through six are the most formative years in developing a child’s personality
And by the age of sixteen, most young people have made the spiritual decisions that will shape the rest of their lives
The Power of Personal Devotion (vv )
“The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil, All the days of her life.” (vv )
She takes the Moment to a Higher Level!
The Drama of Hard Work (vv )
“She seeks wool and flax, And willingly works with her hands. She is like the merchant ships, She brings her food from afar.” (vv.13-14)
The Foundation of a Successful Life is Hard Work!
The Gift of True Character (vv )
“Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates.” (vv )
Knowing what is truly Important! A Personal Experience with God through Christ!
Knowing what is truly Important! A Personal Testimony
Anna Jarvis sought to host a celebration to thank mothers everywhere for all they do…
…holding the first Mother’s Day celebration in a Methodist Church in Grafton, West Virginia…
…with financial backing from Philadelphia retail owner John Wanamaker.
Mom’s Great Influence “And let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31