10 Questions With My Mom
In honor of Mother’s Day, I wanted to interview my mother. My relationship with my mother is so special to me. Sometimes we fight and get on each other’s nerves, but we love each other. Happy Mother’s Day to all moms and my mother, Beverly.
When did you become a Christian? I became a Christian when I was about twelve years old. I was watching television, and tent revivals were on. I was moved by the powerful messages that were spoken, and I prayed Jesus into my heart. However, I didn’t see a significant change in my relationship with Christ until my forties. My husband and I were baptized and raised our children in the church.
What is your favorite place you have traveled to? Belize
What’s your favorite way to relax? Sewing
What’s the most unusual job you’ve ever had? I worked as a secretary in an old German castle.
What age was your favorite and why? My favorite age was 41. I had two young children and was in the best shape I have ever been in, both mentally and physically.
What’s your favorite Bible verse? Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
What advice would you give your younger self? Wait on the Lord. Don’t try to rush God’s plan for your life.
What advice would you give young moms? You don’t have to know everything. Listen to your heart and not what others say to you.
What makes you the happiest? I enjoy finding beauty in nature. I love to admire God’s handiwork in nature.
Can you talk about a mentor or person who has played a significant role in your life? My friend Pat plays a substantial role in my life. She speaks the truth to me and keeps me accountable. She has taught me to be more forgiving, merciful, and patient with others.
Encouragement
These past two weeks have been a struggle to post this. She has been driving me up the wall. My mother dislikes being in the spotlight, but I wanted to show how much she means to me. My mother does so much for other people. She is the prayer warrior, mother, and encourager to so many people. One of her spiritual gifts is truly an encourager. She has encouraged me in whatever idea or plan for my life I come up with. She would support me no matter what. A verse that reminds me of my mother is 1 Thessalonians 5:11, “Therefore encourage one another and build up each other, as indeed you are doing.” Many people come to her with their burdens, and she is able to pray for them and encourage them with compassion and joy. My mother and I could not be more opposite, but she is an inspiration to me. I am so grateful that she is my mother.
