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The Biblical Example of Mothers in Proverbs 31:10-31

Explore the valuable and gracious characteristics of a virtuous woman as described in Proverbs 31:10-31 and how mothers can exemplify these qualities. Discover the spiritual and physical aspects of motherhood, the importance of being a faithful Christian example, and the rewards that come with being a mother.

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The Biblical Example of Mothers in Proverbs 31:10-31

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  1. How Can Mothers Be A Biblical Example? Proverbs 31:10-31 October 15, 2017

  2. Mothers Example Proverbs 31:10-31 The Proverbs writer spends a great deal of time talking about the Virtuous Women. Notice the terminology used to describe her.

  3. Mothers Example Valuable Does Good Willingly Works Gracious Not Afraid Kind Watchful Blessed Perseverant Strong Considerate Fears the Lord

  4. The Role of “MOM” IS… …Exalted yet Lowly …Has Loftiest Goals yet Menial tasks …Heroic in children’s eyes yet an unworthy pursuit in society. …position of authority long before others (Proverbs 1:8, 6:20-21, 29:15)

  5. The Mother’s Example Spiritually

  6. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Christian Attendance – Hebrews 10:24-25 - 24 And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, 25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

  7. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Christian Example – Philippians 3:13-17 -13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

  8. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Christian Example – Philippians 3:13-17 -15 Therefore let us, as many as are mature, have this mind; and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal even this to you. 16 Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us be of the same mind. 17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.

  9. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Christian Modesty – 1 Timothy 2:9-10 - 9 in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, 10 but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.

  10. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Christian Priority – Matthew 6:33 -33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

  11. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Teacher Growing – Hebrews 5:12-14 -12 For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. 13 For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. 14 But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

  12. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Teacher Young Women – Titus 2:3-5 - 3 the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things-- 4 that they admonish the young women to love their husbands, to love their children, 5 to be discreet, chaste, homemakers, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be blasphemed.

  13. Mothers Example: SpirituallyFaithful Teacher Maintaining Role – 1 Timothy 2:11-15 -10 but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works. 11 Let a woman learn in silence with all submission. 12 And I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man, but to be in silence. 13 For Adam was formed first, then Eve. 14 And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived, fell into transgression. 15 Nevertheless she will be saved in childbearing if they continue in faith, love, and holiness, with self-control.

  14. The Mother’s Example Spiritually Physically

  15. Mothers Example: PhysicallyFaithful Spouse Helper – Genesis 2:18 - 18 And the LORD God said, "It is not good that man should be alone; I will make him a helper comparable to him." Wife – Ephesians 5:22-23 - 22 Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. 23 For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body.

  16. Mothers Example: PhysicallyFaithful Mother Training – Proverbs 22:6 - 6 Train up a child in the way he should go, And when he is old he will not depart from it. Endurance – 2 Timothy 2:3 - 3 You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Provider – Proverbs 31:10-31

  17. The Mother’s Example Spiritually Physically Prize

  18. Mothers Value Mankind will Die – Genesis 3:20 - 20 And Adam called his wife's name Eve, because she was the mother of all living. Not Seen till She is Gone – Acts 9:39 - 39 Then Peter arose and went with them. When he had come, they brought him to the upper room. And all the widows stood by him weeping, showing the tunics and garments which Dorcas had made while she was with them.

  19. Mothers Reward Not Monetary but something else. Seeing her children grow to become children of God. Moments of appreciation from others. Matthew 25:21 – “Well done, good and faithful servant, Enter into the joy of your Lord.”

  20. Conclusion How can a mother be the example she needs to be? • By placing God and Christ first above all things. • By keeping the role which God has given to her. • By seeking the Reward of Heaven alone.

  21. Conclusion The Role of “MOM” is NOT one which is designed for “DAD” Are you as a parent fulfilling your Biblical Role? Are you a member of the body of Christ headed for Heaven?

  22. Invitation Non - Christians Hear – Romans 10:17, Acts 18:8, Believe– Romans. 10:9-10, Hebrews 11:6 Repent – Luke 13:3,5 Acts 17:30 Confess– Acts 8:37, Matthew 10:32 Be Baptized – Acts 2:38, Romans 6:3-5 Be Faithful – Revelation 2:10, Hebrews 10:35

  23. Invitation Christians Repent - Acts 8:22, Revelation 2:5 Confess - James 5:16, 1 John 1:9 Pray - Acts 8:24, James 5:16

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