The Daily Devotional
Sunday, May 11, 2025
A Mother's Heart: Reflecting God’s Love
As a mother comforts her child, so I will comfort you; you shall be comforted in Jerusalem. (Isaiah 66:13)
Introduction
In the closing words of Isaiah, God uses maternal imagery to communicate the depth and tenderness of His love. This passage reveals that the comfort a mother offers is not just human kindness—it is a mirror of divine compassion. On this Mother’s Day, we are reminded that God’s love often reaches us through the nurturing presence of a mother’s care.
Reflection
I once heard a story of a young boy who, after a terrifying thunderstorm, cried out in fear from his bedroom. His mother rushed in, held him close, and whispered, “It’s okay, sweetheart, God is with you.” The boy, still trembling, replied, “I know, but I need someone with skin on right now.”
That mother’s embrace was more than physical comfort—it was a living testimony of God’s love. Like her, countless mothers have wrapped tired arms around weeping children, offered wisdom through the fog of confusion, and prayed silently through the night. In those moments, they become vessels of grace—God’s presence made visible.
Application
Whether we were raised by a loving mother, a grandmother, an adoptive parent, or a spiritual mother in the faith, today is an opportunity to give thanks for those who have reflected God’s character in our lives. And for those who are mothers—biological or spiritual—this day affirms the sacred calling of nurturing others in love and faith.
Let us also remember those who grieve on Mother’s Day—those who have lost mothers, children, or longed to be mothers. God’s promise of comfort in Isaiah 66:13 extends to them, too, wrapping every broken heart in divine compassion.
Conclusion
The love of a mother points beyond itself to the unfailing love of God. When we honor mothers, we also honor the One who created and calls them, who comforts us through them, and who promises never to leave us.
Prayer
Gracious God, thank You for the gift of mothers—those who raised us, loved us, taught us, and showed us what it means to care deeply. Bless the mothers in our lives today, and give strength to those who carry the burdens of motherhood with grace and courage. Be near to those who mourn or who face this day with sorrow. Let Your comfort fill every heart, just as a mother soothes her child. Help us reflect Your love in every relationship we nurture. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.
Devotional by: Kenny Sallee, ThM — Deming, NM, USA
The Bible texts are from the New Revised Standard Version Bible (NRSV)© 1989, 1993, the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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