Note from Josh: The role of “mom” is so challenging.

Let me throw some stats at you.

Did you know that there are about 2 billion mothers in the world? And that in many households these moms are solo-parenting while holding down one or more jobs?

These numbers show the financial burden many single moms in the U.S. are carrying:

86% of single-parent families in the U.S. are led by moms.

40% of single moms in the U.S. hold low-wage jobs lacking paid leave.1 in every 3 single moms spends more than 50% of her income on housing.

What single mom can YOU bless this Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 9)?

Some ways you might do so:

Check to see if she has to work. If so, find a way to bless her. Maybe she needs a babysitter, maybe she needs a ride, or maybe you’d bless her socks off with your gift of a flower bouquet, heartfelt note, and gift card to a nearby grocery or restaurant that she can enjoy with her kids.

If she doesn’t have to work, invite her and her kids to join your family for church and an afternoon BBQ. Offer to pick them up and drive them home!The option I like best: become her friend — and keep on blessing her! Be someone she can truly count on for love, encouragement, and even wisdom (if she asks for your advice).In His Word God repeatedly tells us to actively look for people to bless, even strangers.

YOU could be the answer to a single mom’s prayers!

Let’s love like Jesus!

Josh D. McDowell

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