Mothers are special. Who else sees us at our worst, encourages us to be our best, and loves us unconditionally through it all? We may not have always known how to express the appreciation our selfless mothers deserved, but this Mother’s Day let’s tell them with these sweet messages.
As a child, I was convinced I would lose my mother somehow before I reached adulthood. My mother lost hers at twelve, and so did my best friend. I was convinced it was a sign.
Every night before bed I’d tell her “I love you.” I wasn’t sure what else to say, but I didn’t want one day to go by that she didn’t know that she was appreciated. She did not pass away; I’m very glad to report that she is still with me. These days I find it important, though, to show her the enormous impact she’s made in my life.
It can be overwhelming to express all that a good mother means, but this list is a start inspired by my own one-of-a-kind mama. You’re welcome to use any of these messages to encourage your own sweet mother—whether in a card or just a text message.
I’ve also made a bookmark for you. It’ll make a great keepsake for your mom.
Sweet Messages for the Mother in Your Life
#1 – You taught me the meaning of unconditional love.
#2 – You taught me to keep going even when it’s hard.
#3 – Thank you for all the hugs and encouragement.
#4 – Thank you for pushing me when I needed it.
#5 – Thank you for introducing me to Jesus.
#6 – Not only are you my mom, you’re my friend.
#7 – You showed me how to be strong and courageous in the tough times.
#8 – You showed me how to laugh and love the simple things.
#9 – You modeled sacrificial love for me.
#10 – You see the mistakes you think you made while raising me; I see the mother who loved me with all she had.
#11 – Somehow you knew when to shield me and when to push me. Thank you.
Plus! A freebie.
Freebies are always fun, right?
I made a color-your-own bookmark in honor of our incredibly special mothers this year because moms always like our own special touches no matter how old we get.
It’s front and back. Or you could make two bookmarks. It’s just with you.
Click the picture below to download the PDF or click here.
Mothers play a unique and important role in our lives—sometimes thanklessly—but a godly mother is a blessing always deserving of our acknowledgement and gratitude.
Which of these messages is your favorite? Let me know in the comments below.
Plus a few more resources for ya…
- Stepmoms: What We Can’t Say from HISsparrowBlog
- Remember Me: What I Hope They Know from HISsparrowBlog
I frequently link up with the following: Grace & Truth with Embracing the Unexpected, Tell His Story with Jeanne Takenaka, and Let’s Have Coffee with Joanne Viola.
Oh! My darling daughter, you are so treasured and loved! I am humbled that God chose me to be your mother. You have always belonged to Him. He entrusted you to me for a time. I am so thankful for the blessing you are to me!
❤❤❤
I love reading those messages. It’s been a quiet Mother’s Day around here, but a good one. My youngest daughter just had a baby this week! And my oldest daughter has had 2 sick kids all week.
Congratulations on your new grandbaby!
What beautiful messages to say to a Mom. Thank you for sharing with Grace & Truth Link-Up. My daughter actually sent me your blog post too. It was sweet.
For my mom, #2 was my favorite.
#2 – YOU TAUGHT ME TO KEEP GOING EVEN WHEN IT’S HARD.
Blessings, Maree
Aw! I love that! Thanks so much for stopping in!
These are so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. I have to say that #5 – THANK YOU FOR INTRODUCING ME TO JESUS is my favorite and my mom was a good and faithful servant. She taught me so much about Jesus, even though I didn’t apply her lessons until years later. Blessings.
What a blessing to have a mother who leaves a godly legacy. No earthly inheritance compares, right? So glad you stopped by today, Paula!
Beautiful post. I especially love the bookmark! Bookmarks are one of my favourite things – especially those made or coloured by my kids. 🙂
Mothers always like a personal touch no matter how old her children get. 😉 I’m so glad you liked the bookmarks!