WOV #692, "For All the Faithful Women"
Devotion
Clean clothes, fresh meals, help with homework, taxi service, a source of advice ... the list of 'motherly' activities is endless. But is there any more important job of a mom than teaching her children about Jesus?
Studies show that the number one factor in passing on the faith is 'what the mother does' (followed closely by what the father does, and what parents say). Children who see -- and hear -- God at work in their parents are more likely to remain active in a church, trust God's plan, and have a healthy prayer and devotional life.
This hymn gives just a glimpse of some of the many ways women have passed on God's story. Thanks be to God for Miriam, Hannah, Mary ... Eunice, Lois, Lydia ... and the millions of mothers, aunts, grandmas, mentors and friends who take seriously their call to share their hearts and their love of Christ.
Prayer
Thank you, Lord, for giving us mothers who love us, who take care of us, and who tell us about your goodness. Bless all the faithful women in our lives. Amen.