Proverbs 6:20-23 My son, keep your father’s commandment, and forsake not your mother’s teaching. Bind them on your heart always; tie them around your neck. When you walk, theywill lead you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk with you. For the commandment is a lamp and the teaching a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way of life,
In Proverbs up until now, usually only the father is mentioned. As a mother, I am grateful that moms are mentioned here as a teacher here and in chapter 1 verse 8. Young men need their fathers AND their mothers!
A mom’s influence
Posted: August 6, 2012 by Pam Larson in August, Devotionals/Commentaries, ProverbsTags: A mom's influence, Bible, Bible daily, Bible reading, Bible study, daily Bible, encouragement for moms, mom's teaching, Proverbs, Scripture
My son, keep your father’s commandment, and forsake not your mother’s teaching. Bind them on your heart always; tie them around your neck. When you walk, they will lead you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; and when you awake, they will talk with you. For the commandment is a lamp and the teaching a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way of life, Proverbs 6:20-23
This reminds me of what the Apostle Paul wrote to Timothy:
I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.
2 Timothy 1:5 ESV
Mothers, do not underestimate the influence you have on the lives of your children. Pray for them. Teach them about God. Encourage them to follow Jesus. Love them.