May 6th, 2026
by April Stanifer
by April Stanifer
A Woman's Legacy
Scripture: Proverbs 22:6
Devotional:
The legacy of a woman is not just what she does, it’s who she points her family toward: God.
As a child, I would often spend the night with my great-grandmother. Even now, I can still hear her voice. She would be in the bathroom getting ready for bed, and I remember thinking she was talking to herself. But then I realized, every night, she was praying. Her prayers would begin there, softly and steadily, and then follow her into the bedroom.
Sometimes she would come and pray over me before I fell asleep. Other nights, I would just listen as she continued—lifting up her family, her friends, their health, and their needs. There were moments when her voice would break, and she would weep as she prayed for souls.
She wasn’t just saying words, she was speaking to God. And God heard her.It was evident in her life. Her strength came from Him. The way she loved others, the way she treated everyone like family—it all reflected a deep, unwavering faith.
A mother’s role goes far beyond meeting physical needs. While those things matter, her greatest impact is spiritual—guiding hearts, shaping faith, and leading others closer to Christ.
In many cases our "Mothers" aren't limited to those who gave birth to us.
God places spiritual mothers in our lives, women who nurture, encourage, and pour into us in ways that last forever.
They are:
These women may not share our DNA, but they share something even deeper,a commitment to point us to God. These women know the importance of a support system, they know that this journey is meant to be walked together, to help, to pass wisdom, go uplift and guide.
Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
We are blessed with many women who step into the role of “mother” in our lives. Their love, guidance, and faith leave a legacy that reaches far beyond a single moment—it shapes generations.
Today, we honor every woman who has helped lead us closer to God. ♡
Scripture: Proverbs 22:6
Devotional:
The legacy of a woman is not just what she does, it’s who she points her family toward: God.
As a child, I would often spend the night with my great-grandmother. Even now, I can still hear her voice. She would be in the bathroom getting ready for bed, and I remember thinking she was talking to herself. But then I realized, every night, she was praying. Her prayers would begin there, softly and steadily, and then follow her into the bedroom.
Sometimes she would come and pray over me before I fell asleep. Other nights, I would just listen as she continued—lifting up her family, her friends, their health, and their needs. There were moments when her voice would break, and she would weep as she prayed for souls.
She wasn’t just saying words, she was speaking to God. And God heard her.It was evident in her life. Her strength came from Him. The way she loved others, the way she treated everyone like family—it all reflected a deep, unwavering faith.
A mother’s role goes far beyond meeting physical needs. While those things matter, her greatest impact is spiritual—guiding hearts, shaping faith, and leading others closer to Christ.
In many cases our "Mothers" aren't limited to those who gave birth to us.
God places spiritual mothers in our lives, women who nurture, encourage, and pour into us in ways that last forever.
They are:
- The grandmothers/aunts/cousins who pray faithfully ( 2 Timothy 1:5)
- The prayer warriors who intercede when we don’t have the words (James 5:16)
- The coaches who teach discipline, perseverance, and character (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
- The teachers who guide us with wisdom and patience (Proverbs 9:9)
- The neighbor who offers to make dinner or help watch the kids.(1John 3:18)
These women may not share our DNA, but they share something even deeper,a commitment to point us to God. These women know the importance of a support system, they know that this journey is meant to be walked together, to help, to pass wisdom, go uplift and guide.
Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
We are blessed with many women who step into the role of “mother” in our lives. Their love, guidance, and faith leave a legacy that reaches far beyond a single moment—it shapes generations.
Today, we honor every woman who has helped lead us closer to God. ♡
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