“Mother’s Love Is Peace. It Need Not Be Acquired, It Need Not Be deserved.” ~ Erich Framm

This year, Mother’s Day falls on Sunday, May 10.

The Bible is full of admonitions regarding motherhood, and of the influence of godly mothers as they strive to bring up their children in the fear of the Lord. For example, Proverbs 31: 25-31 describes the Christian mother in this way: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed;her husband also, and he praises her: ‘Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.’ Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her the reward she has earned, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.

This Sunday, remember to thank God for the special role your mother has played in your life. Incorporating one of these 15 Mother’s Day Bible verses, quotes, or poems into a gift or card is a great way to honor your mother and thoughtfully express your gratitude for all she has done for you.