Honouring mothers beyond Mother's Day

Many mothers sacrifice personal ambitions, comfort and resources for the wellbeing of their children (Photo: iStock)

A mother is the most influential person in the world; it is therefore no surprise that every year, a day in May is set aside to celebrate her. Poet William Ross Wallace once wrote, “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.” His words emphasise the powerful role a mother plays in shaping a child's character and, ultimately, the society the next generation will build.

Christians regard motherhood as a ministry. A mother teaches, protects, disciplines, nurtures, advises, advocates, guides, warns, listens, comforts, hugs, soothes, treats bruises, nurses and feeds. The list is endless.