April 30, 2023 • Daniel Findlay • Numbers 4:1–4
The current social climate leaves many people trying to “deconstruct their faith.” Religious views that have anchored us for so long are facing scrutiny from surprising places. It seems that even those who have been devout believers are beginning to ask the question, “Can we trust the truth?” Of course, doubt is not really a new challenge for believers. One of the most iconic models of faith in all of scripture faced a similar moment of uncertainty. John the Baptist, the fiery preacher who paved the way for Jesus, reached a climactic point in his own life where he began asking questions...
The Bible sets clear expectations on the importance of honoring our mothers - which will certainly require more than just a single day to-do. Nevertheless, we can use Mother’s Day to look beyond the person… beyond the position… and discover a purpose that rests on her role. There is actually a mission behind motherhood. So, while the application of the role can vary (birth mom, step mom, adoptive mom, grandma, etc), the mission itself opens up a redemptive opportunity for all who are willing to embrace it. And this is actually ideal, because maybe the best way to honor mom is to join in the work that she’s called to do.
