Mothers Day 2026: In The Waiting

Based on a sermon preached by Tim Bach, 5/10/26

Opening Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of mothers and the women who have loved, shaped, and guided us. As we gather, help us reflect on what it means to wait on You with faith, hope, and trust. Open our hearts to Your Word, strengthen our relationships, and teach us to love others with patience and grace. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scripture Readings:
Genesis 2:24.
Psalm 27:13–14.
Isaiah 40:31.
Luke 1:46–49.
Galatians 6:9.

Discussion Guide for 1 Hour Small Group:

Welcome and icebreaker, 10 minutes.
Ask: What is one word that comes to mind when you think of your mother or a mother figure?
Ask: What is one lesson you learned from your mom or someone who cared for you like a mom?

Scripture reflection, 15 minutes.
Read Genesis 2:24 and discuss how family relationships shape identity, commitment, and legacy.
Read Psalm 27:13–14 and talk about what it means to “wait on the Lord” during hard or uncertain seasons.
Read Isaiah 40:31 and discuss how God strengthens those who wait on Him.

Ask: Where in your life are you currently waiting on God?
Ask: What is difficult about waiting faithfully instead of rushing ahead?

Mother's Day connection, 15 minutes.
Use the theme “In The Waiting” to talk about the unseen faithfulness of mothers.
Discuss how love, acceptance, meaning, and lasting impact often grow through patient sacrifice.

Ask: What are some ways mothers show love that are easy to overlook?
Ask: How can waiting seasons reveal character, trust, and spiritual growth?
Ask: How have you seen God use a waiting season to shape you or your family?

Application and prayer, 10 minutes.
Read Luke 1:46–49 and discuss Mary’s response of humility and worship.
Ask: What does Mary’s example teach us about trusting God with what we do not fully understand?
Ask: How can we better honor mothers and spiritual mothers in practical ways this week?

Follow Up Exercise:
Have each person write down one person they want to thank this week for their faithfulness, support, or encouragement. Then ask them to send a text, make a call, or write a note expressing gratitude. Also ask everyone to spend one quiet moment this week praying, “Lord, help me trust You in the waiting.”
 
Closing Prayer:
Lord, thank You for meeting us in every season, especially in the seasons of waiting. Help us honor the mothers and caregivers You have placed in our lives, and help us become people who reflect Your patience, love, and faithfulness. Teach us to trust Your timing and to bear lasting fruit as we wait on You. Amen.