The Hope & Expectation of a Mother
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class explored the theme of a mother's hope and expectations through the stories of three biblical mothers, beginning with Jochebed, the mother of Moses, in Exodus 2:1-4. The teacher emphasized how Jochebed's faith and sacrifice, despite the dangers of her time, reflect the deep hopes every mother holds for their children. While her plans for Moses were not as grand as becoming a lawgiver, her actions demonstrated trust in God's sovereignty. The lesson also touched on the broader concept of maternal love and its enduring impact, even as children grow and leave home. The teacher encouraged attendees to reflect on their own hopes and the way God fulfills them, drawing parallels between biblical examples and modern motherhood. The class concluded with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the sacrifices made by mothers in the congregation, celebrating their role in shaping lives and upholding faith.
Key Scriptures
Now a man from the house of Levi went and married a daughter of Levi. The woman conceived and bore a son. And when she saw that he was beautiful, she hid him for three months. But when she could hide him no longer, she got out a wicker basket and covered it with tar and pitch. Then she put the child into it and set it among the reeds by the bank of the Nile.