Inspiring Books for the Christian Mom on Mother's Day

This Mother's Day, you don't have to spend an arm and a leg to show your mom that you love her. A book is a simple and inexpensive gift that, when carefully selected, can be very meaningful. Any of the following books would make a great Mother's Day gift for your mom or another Christian mother in your life.

Feathers From My Nest: A Mother's Reflection (Beth Moore)
Suddenly facing an "empty nest", Moore reflects on the joys and challenges of motherhood and provides insight into Christian parenting. The perfect gift for Christian mothers whose children are growing up and moving out, this book also offers encouragement to mothers whose children are still young.

The Power of a Praying Parent (Stormie Omartian)
Drawing upon personal experience, Omartian shares about the power of prayer and how parents can pray for their children during each stage of their development. This would make a fabulous Father's Day gift as well.

Prayers & Promises for Mothers (Rachel Quillin and Nancy Farrier)
Filled with scriptural promises and prayers, this book can help moms bring their concerns to God and seek His guidance on the practical issues of everyday life.

You Are Captivating: Celebrating a Mother's Heart (Stasi Eldredge)
Brief and compact, this encouraging book, which describes the endearing qualities of mothers, would be a great gift for the mom who isn't a heavy reader or is always on the go.

NIV Mom's Devotional Bible
A particularly excellent choice for a new mom or a mom who has just become a Christian, this devotional Bible, in an easy-to-read translation, is filled with daily insight from Scripture on relevant topics like time management and sibling rivalry.

A Mother's Heart: A Look at Values, Vision, and Character for the Christian Mother (Jean Fleming)
Describing the role of motherhood as a God-given privilege, Fleming provides guidance on what it means to be a godly mother and how to pray effectively for one's children.

When Mothers Pray: Bringing God's Power and Blessing to Your Children's Lives (Cheri Fuller)
Through references to Scripture and historical anecdotes, this book helps mothers learn why and how to intercede for their children throughout their lives.

Calm My Anxious Heart: A Woman's Guide to Finding Contentment (Linda Dillow)
Dillow gives practical suggestions for overcoming worry and points out what the Bible has to say about contentment. A 12-week study is included.

Most of the titles above cost less than $15. For more information on any of them, visit Amazon.com to view book excerpts and peruse reader reviews. Amazon.com also offers free "Super Saver" shipping on orders of $25 or more. If you'd rather pick up a book from a brick-and-mortar store, visit FamilyChristian.com, LifeWayStores.com or Parable.com to find a Christian bookstore in your area.