May 12th, 2026
by Donnie Loftis
by Donnie Loftis
Hand Picked
Scripture: Proverbs 31
Devotional:
During this Mother’s Day I thought back as a young child growing up in a Pastor’s home. I didn’t realize then what an awesome opportunity I had. We’ve read many stories in the Old Testament about Godly women who followed the direction that God shared with them. More importantly, they were in a spiritual relationship to be able to hear his voice and stood strong in their faith.
For me having a mom who read us Bible stories, made us learn Bible verses, and who lived a Godly life every day made a strong impression on me. As a Pastor’s wife, Mom was an important part of ministry in praying for people when they would call the parsonage or schedule appointments for counseling, or visiting and inviting new people to church.
Women such as Esther who courageously saved her people from genocide, Deborah a powerful judge and leader in Israel. Miriam who played a significant role in the life of Moses. Or Ruth the faithful daughter-in-law who boldly declared, “Where you go, I will go; where you stay, I will stay.” And it showed how strong family bonds are that transcends cultural boundaries.
Scripture tells us in Proverbs 31:10, “A wife of noble character who can find? For she is worth far more than rubies.”
Or in Proverbs 31:25, “She speaks with wisdom and teaches with kindness. She opens her mouth with discretion, and on her tongue is the law of kindness.”
In Proverbs 14:1, “The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.”
Proverbs 11:16, “A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.”
From the beginning of time the family has always needed a strong woman to balance God’s design of the today’s nuclear family. Mothers bring the voice of reason, nurturing attitudes to instill foundational lifelong skills that her children will pass on to their children.
Mothers, what do you want to leave for future generations of your family? Are you a reflection of God’s love, long suffering, patience, as you raise your children? And children honor your mom as God selected her out of all the moms in the entire world just for you. She was Hand Picked.
Scripture: Proverbs 31
Devotional:
During this Mother’s Day I thought back as a young child growing up in a Pastor’s home. I didn’t realize then what an awesome opportunity I had. We’ve read many stories in the Old Testament about Godly women who followed the direction that God shared with them. More importantly, they were in a spiritual relationship to be able to hear his voice and stood strong in their faith.
For me having a mom who read us Bible stories, made us learn Bible verses, and who lived a Godly life every day made a strong impression on me. As a Pastor’s wife, Mom was an important part of ministry in praying for people when they would call the parsonage or schedule appointments for counseling, or visiting and inviting new people to church.
Women such as Esther who courageously saved her people from genocide, Deborah a powerful judge and leader in Israel. Miriam who played a significant role in the life of Moses. Or Ruth the faithful daughter-in-law who boldly declared, “Where you go, I will go; where you stay, I will stay.” And it showed how strong family bonds are that transcends cultural boundaries.
Scripture tells us in Proverbs 31:10, “A wife of noble character who can find? For she is worth far more than rubies.”
Or in Proverbs 31:25, “She speaks with wisdom and teaches with kindness. She opens her mouth with discretion, and on her tongue is the law of kindness.”
In Proverbs 14:1, “The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.”
Proverbs 11:16, “A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.”
From the beginning of time the family has always needed a strong woman to balance God’s design of the today’s nuclear family. Mothers bring the voice of reason, nurturing attitudes to instill foundational lifelong skills that her children will pass on to their children.
Mothers, what do you want to leave for future generations of your family? Are you a reflection of God’s love, long suffering, patience, as you raise your children? And children honor your mom as God selected her out of all the moms in the entire world just for you. She was Hand Picked.
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