Monthly Scripture Encouragement for a Homeschool Year
Homeschooling is rewarding, fulfilling, and gratifying. At times, it can also be demoralizing, disheartening, and discouraging. One way to stay encouraged is to remind yourself of Biblical truth. I’ve gathered a selection of verses from the book of Proverbs to encourage homeschool moms all year long.
These monthly scriptures are reminders of ways to encourage our children and to trust in the Lord for his direction in our homeschool this year.
SEPTEMBER PROVERB
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.
Proverbs 16:3
At the beginning of a new school year, it’s natural to create plans and goals, systems and routines. Those things are good and valuable. The verse I chose for September is a timely reminder to commit our plans to the Lord. We know his plans are for our good and can trust his wisdom for directing our paths.
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OCTOBER PROVERB
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
Proverbs 29:11
There are so many verses advising us on the importance of using our words wisely. A month or so into the school year, you may begin feeling frustrated with kids lacking motivation, complaining, or those well-formed plans not working out the way you envisioned. This verse offers caution in allowing our frustrations to spill out in uncontrolled outbursts. Take a deep breath, step outside for a moment, take your irritation to the Lord and ask for his guidance in your situation.
NOVEMBER PROVERB
Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.
Proverbs 27:1
By November, you may be getting into a good rhythm in your homeschool. Maybe your plans are working out even better than you anticipated. Or perhaps you’ve changed plans, curriculum, or methods, in the belief that this new thing will bring about the results you desire. The verse for November should bring humility in regard to our teaching methods, plans, or systems. Our attitude should be one of thanksgiving for the good we see, and our only boast should be in the working of Christ through us.
DECEMBER PROVERB
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.
Proverbs 11:25
As we move into the busy Christmas season, the encouraging proverb for December reminds us to be generous and to seek to revitalize and rejuvenate our families.
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JANUARY PROVERB
As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart.
Proverbs 27:19
January is often a time of reflection. This verse reveals the truth about what we see in our life, good or bad. Spend a little time feeding your heart truth from the word of God about his deep love and care for our children, his power to work in their lives, and his ultimate good plan for them.
FEBRUARY PROVERB
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.
Proverbs 12:25
A typical school year is about half finished now. How are your kids feeling? Are they feeling disheartened by not understanding something? Perhaps they’re anxious about a project or class, a friendship, or something happening in the world. This verse is an excellent reminder to frequently offer kind words to our kids. Make it a habit to praise first before correcting mistakes, recognize and acknowledge when our kids exhibit character traits that display God’s work in their lives, and encourage them with grace when they know they’ve messed up.
MARCH PROVERB
Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust in the Lord will be joyful.
Proverbs 16:20
Are you starting to lose a little of your joy at this time of year? Winter may be digging it’s heels in when you’re ready to kick it on out, and you may feel more dreadful than joyful. The answer to the doldrums is right here in our verse for March—trust in the Lord. Our trust is not blind. We trust him because he has proven himself trustworthy in our lives, in the lives of those around us, and in the lives of those we read about in the Bible. Keep a journal of ways he’s provided for you and others you know. Write down the times you’ve been worried and distressed, and record the ways God provides answers, solutions, or unexpected paths.
APRIL PROVERB
A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath.
Proverbs 15:1
It’s time to return again to thinking about our words. They have such power in our homes. Read this verse every morning. Tape it up on your bathroom mirror or above your kitchen sink. Pray for God to guard your tongue as you seek to teach, train, and enjoy your children. Those relationships are precious and your harsh words will not soon be forgotten. Gentleness in the face of anger requires a self-control that comes from the Holy Spirit and is pleasing to God.
MAY PROVERB
She opens her mouth with wisdom and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
Proverbs 31:26
You may be nearing the finish line of this school year. Continue to pass on wisdom to your children. The wisdom of scripture, the wisdom of life lessons, and the wisdom of good advice, all dispensed with a kindness that seeks to lift up rather than tear down.
JUNE PROVERB
Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.
Proverbs 3:27
Our children should receive good from us. Good words, good gifts, good examples. It is in our power to act in ways that are good to our children. Pray for God to reveal specific ways we can offer goodness to the children he has blessed us with.
Uplifting Scripture for Homeschool Moms
We know that God’s word is powerful and true. These 10 Bible verses from Proverbs are just a tiny sample of the inspiration and reassurance available to us through regular reading, study, and memorization of scripture.
I encourage you to make daily Bible reading part of your routine. It doesn’t need to be complicated and you don’t need a year-long plan, although those are great. Start in the Psalms or read through one of the Gospels. The more you feed yourself on scripture and hide it in your heart, the more you will see it reflected in your home and homeschool.
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