Scripture memorization is an important spiritual discipline. As moms we can’t always keep our bible open and in front of us all day. During a hard day we may not have time to go look up a verse for encouragement. When we memorize scripture we’re able to recall it in times of need. When you’re dealing with toddler melt-downs you can remember Galatians 6:9. If you’re exhausted from sleepless nights you can call to mind Isaiah 40:31. Without any further delay, here are 5 Bible verses for Moms to memorize:
Isaiah 40:31
Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
“but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Whether you are a stay at home mom, or a working mom, you’ve probably faced sleepless nights, hard days, an ever growing to-do list. Exhaustion and weariness just seem to be the new description of who you are. This verse is a promise that if we put our hope in God, he will be there to lift us up and give us the strength we need to keep going. Ultimately motherhood is kingdom work. God can and will give us the strength we need to do this kingdom work called motherhood.
Keep reading for 4 more Bible Verses for Moms to memorize.
Matthew 7:7-8
Matthew 7:7-8 (ESV)
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks received, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened.”
These classic verses from the sermon on the mount are found everywhere, especially in the Word Of Faith movement. But what is this passage saying? In the next few verses Jesus brings up the analogy of parenting. If our child asks for food, we’re not going to give them something that could harm them. In the same way when we ask God for something, His answer is always His best for us. These verses remind us that God is a caring Father looking out for all our needs. We can trust Him.
I love the promise here. Our asking, seeking, and knocking will never come back with nothing. God is not playing some cosmic game of hide and seek. He promises to be found (see also Jeremiah 29:12-14) and he promises to answer. This is a great Bible verse for mom’s to memorize because it reminds us to seek God for what we need (even our daily bread, Matthew 6:11) and trust that He cares for us in His answer.
Hebrews 12:1-2
Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV)
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
As a mom of 5 young children, my focus is often pulled in multiple directions. Sometimes I welcome these multi-tasking moments. Other times it makes me want to pull my hair out (like when the baby is nursing, the two year old is getting into the fish food – a noble attempt to be responsible for something – and the 5 year old is fighting with his brother).
When life gets crazy we tend to lose our focus of what matters most. Too easily we focus on the dishes that keep piling up in the sink, the laundry waiting to be folded, the bad attitudes (sometimes the kid’s attitudes, but more often my own) etc. But Hebrews 12:1-2 calls us to put our focus back on the thing (or the one) who matters most.
I find that when set everything aside and fix my eyes on Jesus, I’m in for a smoother ride. Because fixing our eyes on Jesus gives us perspective for every other area of life. Only two more Bible verses for moms to memorize in this post!
Galatians 6:9
Galatians 6:9 (ESV)
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”
The harvest is coming… but it’s not here yet. As parents we are planting seeds of faith in our children. We cultivate the soil of their heart, helping to remove rocks and stones to make their lives a more fertile ground for the gospel. The harvest, that’s the easy part – and also usually remarkably short in comparison to the season of cultivation and planting. It’s easy as a parent to rush the process of discipling our children, but we must remind ourselves to be patient and keep working one step and one day at a time. We will reap the benefit if we do not quit. All the work you put into your child’s younger years will be beneficial as they grow. Don’t give up mama!
Sometimes we need to remind ourself that what we are doing as mothers has little to do with the season, the day, or even the moment we find ourselves it. We’re not raising children for today only. We are raising the adults of tomorrow. Keep the future in mind as you disciple your children today.
Psalm 139:16
Psalm 139:16
“Your eyes saw my unformed substance; in your book were written, every one of them, the days that were formed for me, when as yet there was none of them.”
My favorite part of this verse is the reminder that God is writing our stories (motherhood included). God saw you long before your first heartbeat. He knew you would have the children you have, and the timing you would have them. Even if your children are not biologically yours, God knew you would have them in your care. We can take comfort in the fact that the creator who knows us better than ourselves is the one who is writing our story.
Motherhood is just a piece of the amazing story God is writing for you. Even when motherhood is hard. Even in those trying toddler seasons or testy teenage years. God created your child for you and you for your child. God has entrusted us with these little disciples because he knew that as we lean on His strength, ask him for help, fix our eyes on Jesus, and refuse to give up that we would be the best parent for our child. You were made for this!
There you have it. 5 Bible verses for moms to memorize. Which one is your favorite?
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