6 Concerns of a Godly Mother for Her Son
Proverbs 31 is a godly mother's wisdom shared with her child.
Good mothers love their children and want what’s best for them.
Proverbs 31 is an entire chapter of wisdom shared by a godly mother with her son.
What was she concerned about?
Be devoted to God (Proverbs 31:1-2). “Lemuel” means “belonging to God” or “devoted to God.” This mother wanted her son to remember he belonged to God.
Guard your heart (Proverbs 31:3). This king’s mother was concerned about her son’s battle with lust and temptation.
Guard your mind (Proverbs 31:4-5). She was also concerned her son would use substances like alcohol that would impact his mind and cause him to make poor decisions.
Act to help the hurting (Proverbs 31:6-7). The king’s mother urges him to take action to help this who are hurting and suffering.
Speak to help the helpless (Proverbs 31:8-9). This godly mother also tells her son to speak up to help the helpless - to use his authority as king for good and justice.
Marry a virtuous woman (Proverbs 31:10-31). Finally, the king’s mother reminds him of the importance of the woman he marries. She talks about the kind of woman he needs to find.
Thank God for godly, wise mothers! We wouldn’t be who we are today without them!