Mother's Day 2025 SMALL GROUP STUDY GUIDE
Summary
This Mother's Day sermon featured a panel discussion with four mothers in different seasons of life: Anna (mother of young children), Tiffany (mother of teenagers), Kim (mother of adult children/grandmother), and Cheryl (foster mother/spiritual mother). Each shared wisdom and experiences about their unique motherhood journeys, emphasizing themes of sensitivity to God's leading, intentional parenting, and viewing motherhood as a divine assignment. The discussion highlighted how mothers can impact future generations by raising children who will make a difference in various spheres of society.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to discuss motherhood and its various seasons, open our hearts and minds to receive Your wisdom. Help us to be sensitive to Your Spirit's leading and give us discernment to apply these truths to our own lives and families. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What is one of your favorite memories with your mother or a mother figure in your life?
Key Verses
Proverbs 31:25-31
Psalm 127
Titus 2:3-5
Genesis 18:19
Malachi 2:15
Questions
This Mother's Day sermon featured a panel discussion with four mothers in different seasons of life: Anna (mother of young children), Tiffany (mother of teenagers), Kim (mother of adult children/grandmother), and Cheryl (foster mother/spiritual mother). Each shared wisdom and experiences about their unique motherhood journeys, emphasizing themes of sensitivity to God's leading, intentional parenting, and viewing motherhood as a divine assignment. The discussion highlighted how mothers can impact future generations by raising children who will make a difference in various spheres of society.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, as we gather to discuss motherhood and its various seasons, open our hearts and minds to receive Your wisdom. Help us to be sensitive to Your Spirit's leading and give us discernment to apply these truths to our own lives and families. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What is one of your favorite memories with your mother or a mother figure in your life?
Key Verses
Proverbs 31:25-31
Psalm 127
Titus 2:3-5
Genesis 18:19
Malachi 2:15
Questions
- How can we better balance the demands of modern life while maintaining our primary calling as parents?
- What role does spiritual sensitivity play in parenting, and how can we develop it?
- How can we effectively parent across different seasons of life, from young children to adult children?
- What are some practical ways to 'abide' with God during busy seasons of parenting?
- How can we combat cultural pressures that diminish the value of motherhood?
- In what ways can those without biological children fulfill a mothering role in others' lives?
- How can we prepare our children to be 'arrows' that impact culture for God's kingdom?
- What role does rest and trust in God play in effective parenting?
Life Application
This week, identify one area where you can be more intentional in your parenting or mentoring relationship. Whether it's creating more meaningful conversations, being more present during daily activities, or setting aside specific prayer time for those in your care, commit to implementing this change with God's help.
Key Takeaways
This week, identify one area where you can be more intentional in your parenting or mentoring relationship. Whether it's creating more meaningful conversations, being more present during daily activities, or setting aside specific prayer time for those in your care, commit to implementing this change with God's help.
Key Takeaways
- Motherhood is a divine assignment that requires intentional focus and spiritual sensitivity.
- Children are like arrows being prepared to impact various spheres of society for God's kingdom.
- Effective parenting requires constant abiding in God's presence, even during busy seasons.
- Motherhood extends beyond biological children to include spiritual and foster parenting
- Success in parenting comes through sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's guidance.
Ending Prayer
Lord, thank You for the gift of motherhood in all its forms. Help us to embrace our calling with grace and intentionality, whether we're biological mothers, spiritual mothers, or mentors. Give us wisdom to raise the next generation as arrows for Your kingdom, and help us to remain sensitive to Your Spirit's leading in every season. In Jesus' name, Amen.