Sermons about Imperfect Mothers

Honor Thy Father And Thy Mother

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 29, 2021

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Paul says that the fifth commandment is the first commandment which brings a promise.

Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother Exodus 20:12 Today is Father’s Day, a day in which we honor our earthly fathers. By doing so, we are keeping the fifth commandment just as we do on Mother’s Day. Our parents are worthy of honor and respect. In honoring our parents, we are honoring God as well who ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Funeral Sermon. (A Precious Mother)

Contributed by Dale Carter Sr. on Feb 11, 2022

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Intro: Mother, the most powerful person on the planet. Mother holds the course of the family.

29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. 30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. KJV Intro: Mother, the most powerful ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:29-31, Proverbs 31:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"behold, Your Mother" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 8, 2019

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We have all heard it said: “Ignorance is bliss.” If that were true, I should be experiencing a lot more bliss in my life than I am, Amen? When it comes to Mary, the mother of Jesus, however, I wouldn’t say that ignorance is bliss but I would say that innocence is

We have all heard it said: “Ignorance is bliss.” If that were true, I should be experiencing a lot more bliss in my life than I am, Amen? When it comes to Mary, the mother of Jesus, however, I wouldn’t say that ignorance is bliss but I would say that innocence is. Over the many, many centuries ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27, Luke 1:31-32, Luke 1:35-39, Luke 1:8-20, Isaiah 53:10, Isaiah 53:7, Psalm 22:18, Psalm 22:16 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Mother's Day 2019

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 10, 2019

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Principles for Christian mothers to live by, and by which they display Christ and His glory to the world

Mothers Day 2019 Text: Titus 2:1 - 5 George Washington, the first President of the United States of America said, “All that I am, I owe to my mother. I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual, and physical education I received from her.” Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

10 Tips On How To Be A Godly Mother

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on May 11, 2019

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Practical advice for mothers on Mother's Day.

I. Give your life to Jesus Christ and live for Him in front of your family. A. Matthew 5:13-16 II. Model faithfulness in every area of your life Proverbs 28:20 - The faithful will abound with blessings… A. Cleanliness & Godliness B. Church attendance C. Giving D. Devotional ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Proverbs 28:20, Psalm 145:4-7, Exodus 20:12, Revelation 21:8, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Timothy 2:2, Proverbs 17:22 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

"when A Mother Prayed"

Contributed by David Nolte on May 12, 2019

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The prayer of a God-fearing mother is a powerful force

“When A Mother Prayed” Matthew 15:22-28 David P. Nolte A six-year-old boy couldn’t see his mother so he panicked and began shouting frantically, “Joyce! Joyce!” His mother was just an aisle away and she chided him, “You shouldn’t call me ‘Joyce,’ you should call me ‘Mother,’ because I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral Message - (Wife, Mother And Grandmother)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 27, 2022

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Anne's life and her death has left an imprint on everyone who had the honor and privilege to know her. Few things are more powerful than the tears and the prayers of a mother. Few things are more tender than a mother's hug or her compassionate touch.

On behalf of Linda, Cindy, Lee, Lynn, Al, Laura and the whole extended _______ family. Thank you. Thank you for your prayerful support ... and for taking time this day ....to celebrate the life .... of ... Anne Mally ________. Wife, Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, John 17:16, John 11:25-26, John 14:1-6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Honor Your Father & Mother Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 3, 2022

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Based on Ex. 20:12 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider how to honor parents for a lifetime.

“HONOR YOUR FATHER & MOTHER” Ex. 20:12 FBCF – 7/3/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lot of talk in our tumultuous society these days about parents & kids. - The traditional nuclear family of a dad, mom, & kids is no longer seen as the only pattern for a family. - The legalization of gay ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:1, Colossians 3:20, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother's Prayer For Restoration Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 4, 2022

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Daniel is praying for God’s people to be restored and to come alive with fresh zeal for the things of the Lord. Daniel is praying for revival and spiritual awakening. This is a mother’s prayer for her backslidden children. This is a father’s prayer for his wayward children.

Happy Mother’s Day to you. We are grateful you are worshipping with our church family today. Being a mother means being patient. Your work is measured in years, not in minutes. Surely a mother’s minutes can delight and can scare her at times. But a mother’s job is to build godly children and this ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27, Philippians 1:6, Hebrews 9:26-28, Psalm 56:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Godly Mother's Influence

Contributed by David Nolte on May 10, 2022

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Many well-known individuals have attributed their success to their mothers. Consider the impact of s Godly influence.

A seven-year-old boy, separated from his mother in a supermarket, began to call, “Martha! Martha! Martha!” That was his mother’s name and she came running to him quickly. “But, honey,” she admonished, “You shouldn’t call me ‘Martha’, I’m ‘Mother’ to you.” “Yes, I know,” he answered, “but there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In What Sense Is Mary The Mother Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2014

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We will understand better the term Mother of God if we realize that the January 1 feast is really a feast of Our Lord Jesus.

Solemnity of Mary Mother of God–January 1 (Thirteen Days of Christmas) To begin every New Year, the Church gives us a great gift, the Solemnity of Mary in her title “Mother of God.” But even though the feast has Mary in the title, like every Marian celebration, it is really a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-21

Denomination: Catholic

What Mother Of Moses Did For Him Series

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Apr 5, 2023

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Our Choice today Is Jocheded, the Mother of Moses. She was a mother in a difficult time. All male babies were under sentence of death. She acted in faith and entered God's hall of fame (Heb. 11)

Text: Hebrews? ?11:23-27? ?CEVUK?? “Because Moses' parents had faith, they kept him hidden until he was three months old. They saw that he was a beautiful child, and they were not afraid to disobey the king's orders. Then after Moses grew up, his faith made him refuse to be called ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Mother's Worst Dilemma

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 9, 2025

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She went in disguise to find out if her son would live after he became ill. The disguise didn't work, and she came back with a dilemma no mother ever wants to face.

Introduction: She was the queen, but not even she could overcome her son’s illness. When she sought a message from a prophet of the LORD, she received news that shook her to her core. (Full disclosure: Sermon Central has previously accepted a message based on this text, called “The Message This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 14:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2024

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2025

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Mary, an example of a godly woman.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? (Immaculate Conception). “My spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior” (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-48, Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2020

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 23, 2025

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A mother's tears.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. A mother’s tears: nothing so tender, so convicting, so touching and so powerful. Why? ? Because mothers are more tender and gentler than any others ? Because mothers care deeper than any others ? Because all life comes from mothers ? Because mothers have great hopes for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17, Ecclesiastes 3:4, Psalm 126:6

Denomination: Baptist

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