Mothers: The Gift of Life

From Pastor Garth Heckman
May 12th, 2006

It's true that Mothers give us life, but with that they give us so much more. Many times giving day in and day out can be draining. Through the trials and joy mothers feel a pain that only they can understand. Children that do not always obey, high expectations by outside influences and the busyness of life can quickly burn out the best of moms. Does anyone know a mom that wishes life was harder? And even if the kids are out of the house and the pace slows down, then they still deal with the loneliness of an empty house. When we look at Christ as he calls us to be his disciples we see an interesting point in scripture.

Mat 11:28-30 "Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. 29 Walk with me and work with me--watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. 30 Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly." (The Message Bible )

Jesus speaks here of his yoke and the call he has placed on those who follow him. Notice his words, they are tender, understanding and encouraging. He wants us to know that regardless of our position in life that as his disciples we are called to rest in his grace. The same rules that apply to his disciples applies to mothers that learn to rest in him. I pray that mothers this weekend begin to lean more on Christ and his rest that he provides. May you understand that the great and sometimes burdensome gift of motherhood comes with a measure of grace that is available daily through Christ our Lord.

*Remember this Sunday Harmony would like to give mothers the special gift of a professional picture taken of themselves and their families. This is a beautiful 8x10 color photo that you can pick up the following Sunday.
Pastor Garth Heckman Harmony Church

Pastor Garth Heckman
Harmony Church

Harmony is a Bible-based independent church affiliated with the Fellowship of Christian Assemblies and located in Lakeville, Minnesota.

Harmony meets every Sunday at 10:00am in the cafeteria of McGuire Middle School in downtown Lakeville, MN. All are welcome to attend, especially SINNERS!