THE WISDOM OF A MOTHER’S WORDS!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Proverbs 31:26
Sunday, April 20, 2025
MOTHER’S DAY MESSAGE
Proverbs 31:26 highlights the wisdom and grace that mark the words of a virtuous woman. It portrays a mother who speaks with godly wisdom and kindness, using her words to build up, guide, and nurture those around her. Her speech reflects a heart grounded in truth and love, making her influence both powerful and gentle. This verse reminds us that a mother’s words carry lasting impact, shaping the hearts and lives of her family with wisdom that honors God.
Proverbs 31:26
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I. THE POWER OF A GODLY WOMAN’S WORDS!
–A Christian wife and mother’s words possess power and produce influence.
Proverbs 12:18; Proverbs 25:11
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II. THE PURPOSEFUL GUIDANCE OF HER SPEECH!
–She should purpose to guide her family with wisdom-filled words.
Two types of permissive parents:
1. Indifferent-permissive parents
2. Indulgent-permissive parents
Proverbs 31:26; Proverbs 29:15; 2 Timothy 1:5
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III. THE PROCLAMATION OF GRACE THROUGH HER LIPS!
–Her words should minister grace and encouragement to every hearer.
Proverbs 31:26; Proverbs 27:15-16; Psalm 127:3
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IV. THE PRESENCE OF LOVE IN HER LANGUAGE!
–All her speech should be animated by affection and rooted in love.
Proverbs 31:26; Ephesians 4:15; Proverbs 15:1-2; Matthew 12:34
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V. THE PROTECTION OF HER TONGUE!
—A wise woman guards her words and governs her speech carefully.
Proverbs 31:26; James 3:6-8
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VI. THE PROTECTION OF HER TONGUE!
–Her greatest use of words is proclaiming the plan of salvation to her family and beyond.
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Additional Notes:
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Illustration References:
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[13] (James S. Hewett, ed., Illustrations Unlimited (Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 1988), p. 475.)
Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section. Note: All portions of this sermon by Pastor Shane are preached under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit of God. Stories and illustrations used and/or shared from other sources are cited above in the illustration references section.