“Marks of a Successful Mother”

Proverbs 31:24–31 NIV

  1. I. Introduction
    1. A. No one is just a mother!
  2. II. Marks of a Successful Mother—Proverbs 31:24–31
    1. They value hard work

      24 She makes linen garments and sells them,
                and supplies the merchants with sashes.

    2. They are strong

      25a She is clothed with strength and dignity;…

    3. They have a sense of humor

      25b…she can laugh at the days to come.

    4. They are wise

      26 She speaks with wisdom,
                and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

      1. Means application of knowledge
    5. They are diligent

      27 She watches over the affairs of her household
                and does not eat the bread of idleness.

  3. Benefits of Motherhood—Proverbs 31:28–31
    1. She will be blessed and praised

      28 Her children arise and call her blessed;
                her husband also, and he praises her:

      29 “Many women do noble things,
                but you surpass them all.”

      1. Things don’t make us happy!
    2. She will be praised by her husband

      28b …her husband also, and he praises her:

      29 “Many women do noble things,
                but you surpass them all.”

      QUESTION: Husbands, when was the last time you noticed all that your wife has done for you and your children?
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      When was the last time you thanked her and praised her?
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    3. She will be praised by the community

      31 Give her the reward she has earned,
                and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

  4. Conclusion
    1. Mothers…HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!