15 Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters
Are you a mother or daughter in search of wisdom and guidance in your mother-daughter relationship? Today, I invite you to join me as we open God’s Word in search of encouraging Bible verses for mothers and daughters of all ages.
Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters
Our first child was born on a dark Tuesday night. Throughout the pregnancy, I earnestly believed I was pregnant with a boy. We waited to discover the gender of the mysterious person growing within me at birth. Much to my surprise and delight, when our little one emerged into the world, the doctor declared, “You have a daughter!”
I immediately knew God had entrusted me with a special gift. He had given me a little girl to nurture, love, and mentor. He had entrusted me to walk through the many seasons of life with her. I was the mother of a daughter.
Our daughter, Bekah, has been in our lives for 14 years as I write these words today.
As our relationship grows and changes, I realize just how much I need God’s guidance in helping her become a woman of God.
God often guides me through experiences and the wisdom of older, wiser moms. At times, he also leads me directly from his written Word.
If you’re the mother of a daughter, I pray these Bible verses for mothers and daughters will bless you and guide you in your relationship with your daughter as well. These verses are also encouraging for daughters who want strong relationships with their moms.
Here are some powerful truths about navigating the delicate balance of being mothers and daughters.
15 Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters
1. Proverbs 22:6
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. (NIV)
Whether you are the daughter of a toddler, a 20-something, or a 50-year-old, cling to this promise: When you teach your daughter how to walk with God at a young age, she will return to him when she is older.
A dear friend of mine claimed this promise for decades when her daughter wandered away from the Lord. She declared, “I claim the promise that she will return to God.” Eventually, her daughter turned back to God.
Claim this promise for your daughter’s life, and God will honor his Word. The foundation we build for our daughters will sustain them for years to come.
2. 1 Corinthians 13:4
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.
Imagine how different our relationships would be if we lived by these words. Especially with our closest family members, it’s important to remember to be patient, kind, and humble.
Years ago, a friend offered the following advice: “Treat your daughter as if she will be one of your dearest friends in the future.”
These words have helped me extend kindness in impatient moments and grace in frustrating situations. I discipline our children. But I try to do so with respect.
Treat your daughter as if she will be one of your dearest friends in the future. Share on X3. 1 Corinthians 13:5
It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Additionally, one of the greatest gifts we can offer our mothers and daughters is to keep no record of wrongs. By resisting the human tendency to keep a record of others’ shortcomings, we honor one another.
This means we don’t bring up past disagreements. We resist the temptation to lash out by pointing out past failures.
This verse also calls us not to be self-seeking or easily angered. Imagine the transformation we might experience in our relationships if we held to these words.
4. Exodus 20:12
Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
This verse was directed toward the Israelite children, reminding them to obey their parents. It is true for us today as well. When we honor our parents, God blesses us.
5. Proverbs 23:22
Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
Again, we are reminded to love and care for our parents. Respecting our parents yields blessings.
We all feel irritated with our family members at times. We are to do our best to avoid letting the roots of resentment grow in our hearts as we keep soft hearts toward one another.
6. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
7. Psalm 127:3
8. Proverbs 20:20
9. Matthew 6:15
But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Have you been holding onto unforgiveness toward your mom or daughter?
At this very moment, God is calling you to forgive her. You probably don’t feel like extending forgiveness. Remember this: Forgiveness is something we do, not something we feel.
I encourage you to speak these words, “God, I forgive my mother (or daughter).”
You are not condoning hurtful behavior. Rather, you are letting her off the hook so that your heart can begin healing. You might need to forgive her hundreds of times. Every time angry thoughts come to mind, repeat these words, “I forgive her.”
God will work in your heart and heal you, even if the relationship is not restored in this lifetime.
10. 1 Corinthians 13:6-7
Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Mothers and daughters love one another by protecting each other, aiming to build trust, holding onto hope, and persevering. Which of these actions do you need to embrace in your mother-daughter relationship?
11. Colossians 3:12
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
We are to put on the garments of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience in our mother-daughter relationships. Do you need to grow in compassion toward your mother or daughter? Perhaps you have been unkind or proud. Maybe you haven’t been gentle or patient.
Aim to cultivate these characteristics, and your relationship will flourish.
12. Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.
Part of being devoted to another person includes honoring that person above ourselves. Have you been honoring your mother (or daughter) above yourself? Ask God to show you what this would look like and follow where he leads you.
13. James 1:19
Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.
Are you quick to listen in your mother-daughter relationship? Are you slow to speak and become angry? Imagine the shift you might experience in your relationship if you adopted these mindsets.
14. Philippians 2:3-4
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
We can invest in our relationships by putting the needs and interests of others above our needs.
Does this characterize your mother-daughter relationship? If not, what is God showing you?
15. Proverbs 31:30
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Proverbs 31 offers a powerful description of what it looks like for a woman to love and honor God. Above all else, we can encourage one another, as mothers and daughters, to pursue the Lord and seek his face. As we point one another to Christ, we honor God and one another.
Let’s Apply These Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters to Our Lives
What is the overall message of these Bible verses for mothers and daughters?
We could summarize by noticing that we are to honor one another. We should be eager to listen and extend grace, acting in humility at all times. God calls us to encourage one another in our faith, tenderly love one another, and act in gentleness.
Lord willing, Bekah and I have many years to continue to develop our mother-daughter bond. In the meantime, I’m clinging to these words as we aim to build a loving, caring, strong relationship.
Calling all moms and daughters!
My teen daughter, Bekah, and I are passionate about helping moms and daughters grow closer while connecting with God. We have written two mother-daughter devotionals together. Girl to Girl: 60 Mother-Daughter Devotions for a Closer Relationship and Deeper Faith is written for girls ages 7-12. It includes 60 devotions with Scripture, conversation starters, and a shared journaling section after each devotion.
Heart to Heart: A Mother-Daughter Devotional With 50 Devotions for Teen Girls is for teenage girls ages 13-20. It includes 50 devotions, each with a shared journaling section to help moms and daughters connect through writing. This is a great book for moms who want to communicate about awkward topics—like dating, purity, peer pressure, and more—but don’t know where to start. We will help you!
Additionally, mothers and daughters of all ages report that reading these books together is strengthening their relationships. Consider buying one of these books for your mother or daughter and start growing closer together. You can buy them as paperbacks or get your free Kindle Unlimited eBooks on Amazon right here.
Calling all adult moms and daughters!
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