A Trusting Heart in Times of Trouble

May 14, 2023    Paula Stanislaus

Welcome to this special Mother's Day message. Join us as we look at the story of Jochebed, the mother of Moses, and the trust she had in God to protect her baby. Jochebed lived in a time when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt. Pharaoh had ordered that all Israelite male babies be killed at birth to control the population. But Jochebed, a faithful woman, chose to trust God rather than obey the king's order.


Jochebed hid her baby, Moses, for three months and then placed him in a basket in the river, trusting that God would protect him. Miraculously, Pharaoh's daughter found Moses and took him in as her own son, unknowingly fulfilling God's plan to save his people from slavery.


Jochebed's trust in God saved her son's life and played a crucial role in God's plan for the salvation of the Israelites. This story is a powerful reminder of the importance of trusting God, even when we face challenges in life. Women, often face many challenges in raising children. They worry about their safety, their health, their education, and their future. But like Jochebed, we can choose to trust God and place our children's lives in His hands. He knows the plans He has for them, and He will take care of them as we surrender them to Him.


Moreover, Jochebed's story is not just for mothers but for all women who face difficult situations in life. Whether it be financial struggles, health issues, or relationship problems, we can trust in God's promises to never leave us nor forsake us. So, let us follow the example of Jochebed and place our trust in God. He is faithful, and He will see us through whatever challenges we face.


Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful women out there, and may God bless you and your families abundantly.