Mothers Day Gifts that Matter
As Mothers Day approaches, most people are wondering what gifts for mom will tell her we appreciate her? While flowers, candy or pretty jewelry are always appreciated, the holiday presents a bigger opportunity. Many people like myself have learned a number of important life lessons through moms example, and Mothers Day is a great opportunity to share the gift of thanks.
While everyone is unique, Jesus Christ demonstrated a number of characteristics to his disciples that have passed down to this day. These examples are strong influences on mom, and as such they often exhibit the same qualities to their family.
One of the most important qualities a Christian mom has is faith. Of course they have faith in God. But because of that, they are often very positive people. My friend Tammy remembers the time she was sure that she would blow it in the high school play, but her mom believed it would work out alright. That can-do attitude has stayed with Tammy her whole life. True, her life hasnt worked out perfectly the whole time, but her moms example to keep the faith has led Tammy to find innovative solutions rather than just accept when things are wrong.
Generosity is a virtue that many moms shower on their families. Certainly this includes a willingness to give something of value ” a mom will share everything from money to French fries with her kids in need.
A generous spirit is equally important, and a Christian mom is often the best teacher when it comes to this quality. My friend Rob told me that he didnt know grownups were people until he found his mom crying over a difficult situation. By opening up and sharing her feelings in a loving manner, Rob learned that everyone needs love and understanding at times.
But, the greatest of these is love. Its true in the Bible, and its true for a mom. The funny thing is, a child understands love to be so different from what an adult understands it to be.
When I was growing up, I just wanted to know my mom was there when I needed her ” both for a hug, and even to do my paper route so I could make basketball practice. Because she was, I knew she loved me. It was that simple.
As a mom, I have learned that my youthful understanding of love was misdirected. Love isnt about doing everything for a person (although a mom is willing to do a lot). Rather, love is the ability to accept a person for who they are. And, despite the good, the bad, and the ugly, still love them ” absolutely and without question.
Gifts for mom are important, because they are a chance to say thanks for being mom. But the really important Mothers Day gifts arent from us to mom at all. Instead, they come from mom who has passed on characteristics that have changed our lives forever: faith, generosity, and love.
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