Motherhood is a beautiful and rewarding journey with its fair share of challenges. Being a mom can be physically and emotionally demanding, from sleepless nights to endless tasks.
During such times, it’s essential to find encouragement and inspiration to keep going. Fortunately, countless Bible verses offer moms comfort, strength, and wisdom. These verses can help moms stay motivated, find inner peace, and trust God’s plan for their lives and families.
This article will explore some of the best encouraging verses for moms, their meaning, and how they can be applied to everyday life. Whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned one, these verses will inspire you to be the best version of yourself as you navigate motherhood’s beautiful yet challenging journey.
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Best Encouraging Verses For Moms
1. Psalm 127:3
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”
2. Proverbs 31:28
“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.”
3. Isaiah 40:11
“He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms; he will carry them in his bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.”
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. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.”
5. 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, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.”
6. Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
7. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
8. Matthew 19:14
“But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.””
9. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
10. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
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11. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
12. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
13. Psalm 46:1-2
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.”
14. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
15. James 1:2-4
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
16. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through him who gives me strength.”
17. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.”
18. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.”
19. Hebrews 4:16
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
20. Psalm 55:16-17
“As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice.”
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21. Galatians 6:9
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
22. Philippians 3:13-14
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
23. Psalm 127:4-5
“Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.”
24. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.”
25. 1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”
26. Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
27. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
28. Psalm 16:8
“I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”
29. 1 Thessalonians 5:11
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
30. Psalm 118:24
“The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.”
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31. Psalm 31:24
“Be strong and takeheart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
32. Psalm 91:1-2
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'”
33. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
34. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
35. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”
36. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
37. Psalm 138:3
“When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.”
38. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
39. Psalm 46:1-2
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.”
40. Proverbs 31:25
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
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41. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
42. Psalm 23:1-3
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.”
43. Isaiah 26:3-4
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.”
44. Psalm 4:8
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
45. Psalm 62:5-6
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.”
46. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
47. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything,but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
48. Psalm 131:2
“But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child I am content.”
49. Psalm 16:8
“I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”
50. Exodus 33:14
“The Lord replied, ‘My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.'”
Bible Verses for Moms to Trust in God’s Plan
51. Jeremiah 29:11
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'”
52. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
53. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
54. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
55. Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
56. Isaiah 55:8-9
“‘For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,’ declares the Lord. ‘As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.'”
57. Psalm 37:4-5
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this:”
58. Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
59. Ephesians 1:11
“In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will.”
60. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
Conclusion
Being a mom is a challenging and rewarding role that comes with its unique set of struggles and joys. It’s essential to remember that no matter what circumstances you face, you are not alone.
Many comforting and inspiring verses in the Bible encourage and strengthen you in your journey as a mother. These verses remind us of God’s love and care for us and inspire us to trust in His plan for our lives and our children’s lives.
May these encouraging verses be a source of comfort and hope for all moms as they navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood. Remember, you are doing an incredible job, and with God’s help, you can overcome any obstacle and find joy in every moment.
