3 Day Bible Reading Plan: Mother’s Day
“Motherhood is an adventure filled with valleys and mountains. Sometimes, moms experience the sadness of loss, infertility, divorce, or estrangement. At other times, they feel the joy of fertility, appreciation, endearment, and companionship. All moms face highs and lows. Today, we want to reflect on how God’s presence is felt in the diverse experiences of motherhood.” - Pastor Paul Crandell, 5/11/25
Day 1
Featured Verse: Psalm 46:1-3 - “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
What does the phrase "a very present help in trouble" reveal about the immediacy and constancy of God's presence in the face of human struggles?
In what ways does the assurance of fearlessness, even when "the earth gives way" and "mountains be moved into the heart of the sea," shape a believer’s approach to navigating fear and instability in life?
What is the theological significance of the vivid imagery of natural upheaval (e.g., "waters roar and foam," "mountains tremble at its swelling") in illustrating the scope of God’s power and dependability?
Pause and Reflect: Lord Jesus, I am reminded that You are my refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. Grant me the courage to trust in Your unwavering presence, even when the world around me trembles and roars, so that I may find peace and hope in Your enduring love.
“The Lord is our refuge; let the earth shake, let the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea, yet will we trust in Him who is our everlasting strength.” - Charles Spurgeon
Day 2
Featured Verse: Psalm 46:4-7 - “God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved.”
What does the phrase "God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved" suggest about the stability and security of God’s people in the face of external chaos or spiritual challenges?
In what ways can the promise of God’s help "when morning dawns" be interpreted theologically to address themes of hope, renewal, or divine timing in times of distress?
How does the contrast between the "nations rage" and "kingdoms totter" with God’s voice causing "the earth to melt" reflect theological perspectives on divine sovereignty over human power and worldly turmoil?
Pause and Reflect: Heavenly Father, I am comforted by Your presence in the city of God, where Your river brings joy and Your strength ensures stability. Grant me faith to trust in Your sovereign power and to find refuge in You, the Lord of hosts, amidst the raging of nations and the challenges of life.
“God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved. What a glorious sentence! The Church is like a ship in a storm, but with God as her pilot and anchor, she rides securely; she shall not be moved, for God is in her.” - Charles Spurgeon
Day 3
Featured Verse: Psalm 46:8-11 - “Be still, and know that I am God.”
In what ways does the command to "be still, and know that I am God" invite believers to cultivate a theology of trust and surrender in the face of global or personal turmoil?
How does the call to "behold the works of the Lord" in verse 8 encourage a theological reflection on the relationship between God’s acts of judgment (e.g., "desolations") and His redemptive purposes for humanity?
How does the declaration "I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth" inform our theological perspective on God’s ultimate purpose and glory across diverse cultures and contexts?
Pause and Reflect: Lord God, I stand in awe of Your mighty works and Your power to bring peace where wars rage. Teach me to be still, trusting in Your exalted name, and to find refuge in You, the Lord of hosts, who is ever with us.
“The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Here is the summing up of all: Jehovah, the Almighty, is our present help, and our impregnable fortress; let the nations rage, we rest secure.” - Charles Spurgeon