Mothers Day 2012

Why Am I Thus?

I. The children struggled together (vs 22) - The Daily Battle of Motherhood

Being a mother is a daily battle that never truly ends. From the moment of conception through every stage of a child's life, mothers find themselves in constant spiritual warfare for their children's souls and well-being. Rebekah experienced this struggle even before her children were born, as they wrestled within her womb. This physical struggle was prophetic of the spiritual and emotional battles that would define her role as mother to Jacob and Esau.

The heartbreak of motherhood comes from all directions. If your children make poor choices, rebel against godly instruction, or fall into sin, your heart is broken with grief and concern. Yet paradoxically, if your children succeed, receive ...