Friday, May 7, 2010

A Mother's Day Give-Away

It's Mother's Day once again - a day to celebrate those who love us, care for us and raised us up. Now as a Mom myself this day takes on a whole new meaning - I understand the job - the daily demands and the tasks that don't always bring thanks. The work that it entails - jobs you can finish today, but will be back tomorrow and often times sooner!! I appreciate all my mom did for me, the sacrifices she made, gifts she gave, support she provided and the lessons she taught. She helped me become the person, and Mom, I am today!

This weekend I will also acknowledge "other Mothers" in my life - those who have loved me and touched my life in a motherly way. One area in particular is with my faith, those I like to refer to as spiritual mothers.

In John 3:3, Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again."

Then Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council says, "How can a man be born when he is old? Surely he cannot enter a second time into his mother's womb to be born!"

Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit."

The idea of being born again was confusing for Nicodemus and it may be for you as well, but as Jesus said, "the Spirit gives birth to spirit." Somethings are not for us to understand; faith is all about trusting God! A child knows when they are born, the newborn cry shows they are aware things have changed and in a similar way a child of God knows when the old has gone the new has come!

When an infant enters the world they are dependent, primarily on their mom to provide for their needs. As they grow and mature these needs change but still there is the need for someone to instruct, guide, nurture and love. The same is true in a spiritual sense - when we come to know Christ, we are new believers and we too need someone to instruct us in His Word, guide us in His ways, nurture us with His touch and love us like He does. In other words, we need a "spiritual Mom."

I have been blessed by others who have played this role and through them God has touched my life and strengthened my faith. I have been privileged to watch my children grow physically (and spiritually) and my spiritual moms have witnessed similar growth in me as a child of God.

Life is a journey and just as we never stop growing and learning physically the same is true for our walk of faith. As you celebrate Mother's Day, I pray you will take time to thank those who have touched your life in a "motherly way!"

Perhaps you will be selecting a gift for these special ladies and today I'd like to give you the opportunity to win one for yourself. Leave a comment, perhaps words about your spiritual mom and you'll be entered to win a copy of "Letters from Leanne - The Beauty of a Spiritual Mother-Daughter Relationship." If you don't have a blog you can comment anonymously, just include your email for contact info. Finally post a link to the contest on your blog or Facebook page and increase your chances to win - just leave a second comment saying you did just that! Check back on Monday to see who the winner is!!

Finally I pray you have a blessed Mother's Day - celebrating those who have touched your life and appreciating the lives you are blessed to touch!!

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

There is a now great-grandmother that attends my church that is so loving and godly that it bring such joy to my heart just talking about her. She is my dads best friends mother and has been a part of my life as far back as I can remember. She is wonderful and beautiful even her aging body I still see the love flowing through her.
Stephandchad@hotmail.com

Anonymous said...

I've been blessed to have my birth mother and spiritual mother wrapped up in the same person! My mpther is a wonderful example to me of what it is to be a woman who seeks God daily and prioritizes her relationship with Him.

Anonymous said...

I have only been a christian for 3-1/2 years and I have to say my mom is also my "spiritual mom". When my dad passed away, it was not only the way my dad conducted himself as a christian man while he near death that brought me to Christ but it was my mom who showed me you can grieve and still have joy in Christ. That was the first time I noticed Christ in my mom and I feel my mom glorified Christ in her grieving and loss. But in 2009 my youngest brother committed suicide and though it has been a rough road for all of us, especially mom, I once again saw Christ being glorified in and through my mom. She has helped me in more ways than she will ever know in what following and living for Christ really means. I love my mom so much and this is why she is my "spiritual mom" also.

Thanks Teresa (pablos39@aol.com)

Amy said...

I posted about the giveway!

Amy said...

I have a neighbor whom I grew close to after my first child was born, and she is wonderful to have next door. She is always kind and patient and thoughtful and speaks the truth, even when it's hard to hear. :-)

gallerhea said...

I have had some wonder "Spiritual Moms" in my life! I want to say a sincere thank you to each person who has invested in my life. I am humbled and honored.

:) Rhea
gallerhea@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

Wonderful give away....we are linked!!