Mother’s Day is a sacred time to celebrate the extraordinary love, strength, and faith of mothers. The Bible is filled with verses that honor motherhood, express gratitude, and encourage kindness and godliness. Whether you’re writing a card, preparing a message, or sharing words of encouragement, these 50 Bible verses are perfect for reflecting on the spiritual importance of mothers.
The love of a mother is one of the most powerful and selfless examples of God’s love on earth. These Scriptures are carefully chosen to help families of all generations—children, parents, and grandparents—praise the gift of mothers. From heartfelt psalms to the wisdom of Proverbs and the teachings of Jesus, each verse is a reminder of God’s compassion and His purpose in motherhood.
50 Beautiful Bible Verses for Mother’s Day
1. Proverbs 31:28
“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”
2. Exodus 20:12
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.”
3. Isaiah 66:13
“As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you.”
4. Psalm 139:13-14
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
5. Proverbs 31:25-26
“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.”
6. 2 Timothy 1:5
“I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice.”
7. Psalm 127:3
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”
8. Luke 1:46-48
“My soul magnifies the Lord… for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant.”
9. Ephesians 6:1-3
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. ‘Honor your father and mother’… that it may go well with you.”
10. Proverbs 1:8-9
“Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching.”
11. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
“And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children…”
12. Colossians 3:20
“Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.”
13. Psalm 113:9
“He gives the barren woman a home, making her the joyous mother of children. Praise the Lord!”
14. 1 Samuel 1:27
“For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition that I made to him.”
15. Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
16. 3 John 1:4
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.”
17. Proverbs 10:1
“A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is a sorrow to his mother.”
18. Luke 2:51
“And his mother treasured up all these things in her heart.”
19. Titus 2:3-5
“Older women… are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children…”
20. Galatians 6:9
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”
21. 1 Peter 3:4
“Let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit.”
22. Hebrews 13:7
“Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith.”
23. John 16:21
“When a woman is giving birth, she has sorrow… but when she has delivered the baby, she no longer remembers the anguish…”
24. Isaiah 49:15
“Can a woman forget her nursing child…? Even these may forget, yet I will not forget you.”
25. Ruth 1:16
“For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God.”
26. Proverbs 31:28-29
“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: ‘Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.'”
This verse highlights the high regard children and husbands should have for a mother, praising her strength and virtue. It’s an uplifting reminder of the value of mothers in the eyes of their families.
27. Isaiah 66:13
“As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you; you shall be comforted in Jerusalem.”
Here, God compares His comfort to the comfort a mother gives her child, emphasizing the tenderness and nurturing nature that mothers reflect, echoing God’s love for His people.
28. Proverbs 31:25
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
This verse speaks of the strength and confidence a mother possesses. It encourages mothers to face challenges with dignity and strength, knowing they can trust in God’s guidance.
29. Matthew 7:9-10
“Or what man is there of you, whom if his son ask bread, will he give him a stone? Or if he ask a fish, will he give him a serpent?”
This passage speaks to the goodness of a mother’s heart, always desiring to give what is best for her children, just as God provides good gifts to those who ask Him.
30. Psalm 139:13
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.”
This verse is a beautiful reminder of the intimate and loving act of motherhood, where God himself forms and shapes life within the womb.
31. Isaiah 49:15
“Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!”
In this passage, God compares His love for His people to the unconditional love of a mother for her child, underscoring the deep, unwavering affection that mothers demonstrate.
32. 2 Timothy 1:5
“I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also.”
Paul acknowledges the powerful legacy of faith passed down through generations of women in Timothy’s family, honoring the nurturing role of mothers in cultivating spiritual values.
33. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”
This verse highlights the importance of mothers teaching their children God’s ways, demonstrating how mothers have a crucial role in shaping the spiritual lives of their families.
34. Proverbs 1:8
“Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.”
This verse emphasizes the significant impact a mother’s teachings and guidance have on her children. Her wisdom and love are invaluable in leading children toward the right path.
35. Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.”
God encourages us to honor mothers who live out their faith and fear the Lord, for their beauty is timeless, grounded in their devotion to God.
36. John 19:26-27
“When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to her, ‘Woman, here is your son,’ and to the disciple, ‘Here is your mother.'”
Even in His final moments, Jesus showed care for His mother, entrusting her to the disciple John. This moment reflects the deep love and respect for mothers that is seen in Scripture.
37. 1 Kings 3:16-28
The story of King Solomon‘s wisdom in determining the true mother of a child is a powerful testament to the instinctual and protective nature of mothers, who will do anything to ensure their child’s well-being.
This passage highlights the lengths a mother will go to protect and care for her child, as well as the wisdom in understanding a mother’s heart.
38. Exodus 2:9
“Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, ‘Take this baby and nurse him for me, and I will pay you.’ So the woman took the baby and nursed him.”
This verse shows the nurturing role of motherhood, where the courage of Moses’ mother in protecting her child led to her being rewarded, symbolizing the lengths mothers will go to for their children.
39. Luke 2:51
“Then he went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But his mother treasured all these things in her heart.”
Mary, the mother of Jesus, serves as a model for mothers who cherish and reflect on the moments of their children’s lives, always holding them in her heart.
40. Luke 7:12-15
“As he approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out—the only son of his mother, and she was a widow. And a large crowd from the town was with her. When the Lord saw her, his heart went out to her and he said, ‘Don’t cry.'”
In this passage, Jesus shows compassion for a grieving mother, offering comfort and healing. It reflects the tender care that God has for mothers and their children, especially in times of sorrow.
41. Galatians 4:26
“But the Jerusalem that is above is free, and she is our mother.”
This verse metaphorically refers to the church as our mother, nurturing and guiding believers toward spiritual freedom and growth, much like how a mother nurtures her child.
42. Proverbs 31:27
“She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.”
This verse praises the diligent and hardworking nature of mothers, who manage their households with care and dedication, always putting their families first.
43. 1 Peter 3:4
“Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
The beauty of a mother is not in her outward appearance but in her heart—a gentle and quiet spirit that nurtures and reflects God’s love.
44. Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
This verse speaks to the divine purpose God has for each child, a reminder of the sacredness of life from the moment of conception and the mother’s role in nurturing that purpose.
45. Psalm 127:3-4
“Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth.”
This verse celebrates children as blessings from God and emphasizes the role of parents in guiding and shaping them for the future.
46. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.”
This passage describes the characteristics of love, which a mother demonstrates daily in her devotion to her children, embodying patience, kindness, and selflessness.
47. Proverbs 23:25
“Let your father and mother be glad; let her who bore you rejoice.”
This verse highlights the joy mothers feel in raising their children, and how children’s success and happiness bring them pride and fulfillment.
48. Luke 11:11-13
“Which of you fathers, if your son asks for a fish, will give him a snake instead? Or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion?”
In this passage, Jesus illustrates how a loving parent always desires to give good things to their children, reflecting the nature of a mother’s heart.
49. Hebrews 12:11
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”
This verse reflects the discipline and guidance mothers provide to their children, which can be difficult at the moment but results in positive outcomes in the future.
50. Matthew 18:5
“And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.”
This passage reminds us of the value and importance of children, urging mothers and all believers to love and nurture children as they would welcome Christ Himself.
Conclusion
Mother’s Day is not just a day of flowers and gifts—it is a divine opportunity to thank God for the women who guide, nurture, and inspire us in faith. These 50 Bible verses serve as a spiritual tribute to every mother, grandmother, and maternal figure. By meditating on these Scriptures, we reflect God’s heart for mothers and offer them the encouragement they so deeply deserve.
Let these verses be a source of strength, joy, and hope this Mother’s Day. Share them with loved ones, use them in prayer, or write them in a heartfelt note. And if you want daily encouragement, visit our Bible Guides and verse of the day resources to keep walking in the Word with your family.
Happy Mother’s Day!
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