So, to every mother, every woman walking in faith—your strength is seen. Your sacrifice is sacred. And just like Mary and Jochebed, your obedience is building a legacy greater than you can imagine.
Motherhood is often painted as soft and nurturing—and while that’s true, there’s another side of it that doesn’t get as much attention: the strength it takes to carry, birth, and raise children in the face of fear, uncertainty, and sacrifice.
In Scripture, two women stand out as extraordinary examples of this strength: Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Jochebed, the mother of Moses. These were women who didn’t have easy paths. Their obedience wasn’t simple. Their circumstances weren’t ideal. Yet they trusted God. And He honored them immensely.
Their stories aren’t just ancient—they’re timeless reminders for every woman and every mother who is trying to walk in obedience, even when it’s hard.
Mary: Chosen, Willing, and Full of Grace
When the angel Gabriel visited Mary, she was just a young woman—likely a teenager—engaged to be married. The angel declared that she would conceive and give birth to the Son of God. Mary’s response wasn’t filled with fear or excuses. Instead, she replied:
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” — Luke 1:38 (NIV)
Mary’s obedience was immediate. She didn’t ask for signs or a backup plan. She simply trusted that what God spoke over her life would come to pass. And through that faith, she carried the Savior of the world.
Despite the judgment from society, the burden of an unexplained pregnancy, and the unknown future ahead, Mary stayed faithful. And God didn’t just honor her—He exalted her. She became the vessel for the greatest miracle the world has ever known.
Jochebed: Brave, Strategic, and Spirit-Led
Jochebed, the mother of Moses, gave birth to a child during one of the darkest times in Israelite history—when Pharaoh had ordered all Hebrew baby boys to be killed. But instead of surrendering to fear, Jochebed surrendered to faith.
She hid her son for three months, then crafted a basket, placed him in the Nile, and trusted God to do what she could not. Her courage was quiet, but it was world-changing.
God honored her obedience by orchestrating a divine rescue. Not only was Moses saved—he was raised in Pharaoh’s palace, became a deliverer of Israel, and led God’s people to freedom.
“By faith Moses’ parents hid him for three months after he was born... and they were not afraid of the king’s edict.” — Hebrews 11:23 (NIV)
What These Stories Mean for Us Today
Mary and Jochebed remind us that strength and surrender are not opposites—they are divine partners. Obedience to God often looks like choosing faith over fear, peace over panic, and trust over control.
As modern women, especially as mothers, we carry so much. We are faced with decisions that affect our families, our futures, and our peace. But like Mary and Jochebed, we are called to trust that when we walk in obedience, God honors our sacrifice.
Their stories teach us:
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You don’t need a perfect plan—you need a surrendered heart.
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God sees your quiet obedience, and He will multiply it.
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The child you are raising, the prayers you are whispering, and the sacrifices you are making are not in vain.
A Divine Legacy
At She’So Divine, we believe in celebrating women like Mary and Jochebed—women whose stories are etched in obedience, love, and unwavering strength. Their legacy lives on in every mother who chooses faith over fear, who nurtures life while navigating storms, and who trusts God with her children.
Their stories remind us that even in uncertainty, obedience unlocks divine favor.
So, to every mother, every woman walking in faith—your strength is seen. Your sacrifice is sacred. And just like Mary and Jochebed, your obedience is building a legacy greater than you can imagine.
You are divine.
You are chosen.
You are deeply honored by God.