65 Encouraging Verses for Moms (with Free Printables)

Are you looking for Scriptures for moms to encourage your heart on your journey through motherhood?

There are many Bible verses that can give you strength, hope, and wisdom each day. Motherhood is a wonderful gift from the Lord, and a beautiful picture of God’s amazing love for us. 

Motherhood is also one of the most rewarding and challenging roles we will ever experience. Raising children is an honor, privilege, and a tremendous responsibility.

As we strive to train our children in the wisdom and instruction of the Lord, there are days when we will feel weary, helpless, and unequipped.

In our moments of frailty and weakness, we can lean into the power and strength of God to guide us as mothers. 

Take a look at the following encouraging verses for moms that you can read and focus on when you need strength on your parenting journey.

No matter what season of motherhood you are in, we all can find hope and blessing through the life-giving Scriptures of God’s Word.

Free Printable Scriptures for Moms

Download this free printable with the Scriptures for moms mentioned in this post. Just click on the button below!

UPDATE: I have recently updated this post to include even MORE Scriptures to encourage moms, so feel free to download the printable below with an additional 30 Bible verses, so that’s now a total of 65 Scriptures!

Many of these Bible verses can be written inside of a Mother’s Day card, or a card of encouragement any time of the year!

Take a look at these verses that can bless and uplift the mothers in your life, and feel free to download a list of these encouraging Scriptures by clicking on the button below!

1. Proverbs 31:25-26 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.

2. Isaiah 40:11 He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young.

3. Proverbs 31:28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.

4. Psalm 127:3 Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him.

5. Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

6. Proverbs 22:6 Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

7. Isaiah 66:13 As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.

8. Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

9. Psalm 139:13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

10. Philippians 4:13  I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

11. 1 Peter 5:7  Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

12. Isaiah 49:15 “Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget,

    I will not forget you!”

13. Psalm 46:5 God is within her, she will not fall; God will help her at break of day.

14. Proverbs 14:1 The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.

15. Luke 1:46-48  And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed…

16. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

17. Titus 2:3-5 Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. Then they can urge the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.

18. Exodus 20:12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.”

19. 2 Corinthians 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

20. Proverbs 31:26-27 She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.

21. Deuteronomy 6:6-7  These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

22. Proverbs 31:15 She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants.

23. John 16:21 A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world.

24. James 1:12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.

25. Psalm 113:9 He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the Lord.

26. Psalm 86:16 Turn to me and have mercy on me; show your strength in behalf of your servant; save me, because I serve you just as my mother did.

27. Jeremiah 31:3 The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.

28. Proverbs 23:25 May your father and mother rejoice; may she who gave you birth be joyful!

29. 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.

30. Psalm 128:3 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table.

More Encouraging Scriptures for Moms: Parenting

Whether we realize it or not, parenting involves teaching. We teach them to eat, walk, talk, and many other basic skills they need to thrive in this world.

As our children grow and mature, we teach them more abstract ideas, like how to relate to others, family values, and meaningful traditions. 

One of the best things we can teach our children is to love the Lord with all their heart. (Deuteronomy 6:5)

Here is a list of Scriptures for moms that you can use as you journey through parenthood and teach your children the beauty of God’s Word. 

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Deuteronomy 6:5-6

Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord. Psalm 34:11

My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.

Proverbs 3:1-3

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6

Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Ephesians 6:4

Inspiring Verses for Moms when you need Encouragement

One of the things I love about Scripture is the power it has to encourage our souls. When you are feeling weary in your role as a mother, read the words of these Bible verses and gain peace and encouragement!

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

You, Lord, hear the desire of the afflicted; you encourage them, and you listen to their cry…

Psalm 10:17

May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Romans 15:5-6

Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.

2 Corinthians 13:11

But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. Hebrews 3:13

Powerful Scriptures for Moms: Perseverance

Being a mother in our modern society takes a great deal of perseverance and tenacity. We need to be vigilant of the physical and spiritual dangers that exist in this dark world, and allow the light of God’s Word to illuminate our paths as we pray for our children each day.

May the following Scriptures on perseverance strengthen you in your faith today!

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13:6-7

You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.

Hebrews 10:36

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. James 1:12

As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

James 5:11

We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Important Verses for Moms to remember: Wisdom and Guidance

There are many Scriptures on wisdom that can give us guidance and direction in our parenting. Have you sought the Lord lately and asked for him to give you wisdom as a mother?

All we need to do is ask, and he will generously supply us with the wisdom that we need to make the best decisions for our families. Take a look at the following Scriptures on wisdom below!

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. James 1:5

Yet you desired faithfulness even in the womb; you taught me wisdom in that secret place.

Psalm 51:6

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. Psalm 111:10

For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 2:6

Then you will understand what is right and just and fair—every good path. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul. Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you. Proverbs 2:9-11

Comforting Scriptures for Moms: Strength in Difficult Times

Since we live in a world that is filled with sin, suffering and pain, it is inevitable that we will experience difficult times in our lives.

As mothers, we may feel helpless when we witness our children go through heartbreaking circumstances.

May these Scriptures on comfort and strength revive your soul as you trust the Lord in your motherhood today.

He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Isaiah 40:29

It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure.

Psalm 18:32

The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him. Psalm 28:7

I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.

Ephesians 3:16-17

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

Uplifting Scriptures for Moms: Mother’s Day Scriptures

The following Scriptures are great for writing in Mother’s Day cards, or when you want to send a special note to another mother in your community!

She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.”

Proverbs 31:27-29

Yet you brought me out of the womb; you made me trust in you, even at my mother’s breast. Psalm 22:9

Turn to me and have mercy on me; show your strength in behalf of your servant; save me, because I serve you just as my mother did.

Psalm 86:16

But I have calmed and quieted myself, I am like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child I am content. Psalm 131:2

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.

Psalm 139:13

Encouraging Verses for Moms: Hope for the Future

Even in the midst of uncertainty and challenges, we as believers can always have hope. The following Scriptures on hope below can remind you that God has a plan for each of your children.

May your trust in God and perseverance in prayer strengthen you and fill you with hope today!

Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. Psalm 25:5

As for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.

Psalm 71:14

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13:6-7

But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

1 Thessalonians 5:8

We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. Hebrews 6:19

In Conclusion

I hope that you find these Scriptures for moms encouraging and helpful as you navigate the wonderful, and sometimes stormy waters of motherhood.

When you feel the waves of life toss you back and forth, remember that our Lord is present, guiding you each day with his love and grace.

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