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Here is the full verse (KJV), Deuteronomy 8:18.:
“But thou shalt remember the Lord thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.”
Other Translations:
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NIV:
“But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth...” -
NLT:
“Remember the Lord your God. He is the one who gives you power to be successful...”
Yes, Jesus—the King of Kings—needed His mother.
1. Mary’s “Yes” Changed Everything
Before Jesus even entered the world, Mary’s obedience set the stage.
In Luke 1:38, when the angel Gabriel tells her she will conceive the Son of God, she responds:
“Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word.”
She said yes to the unknown. Yes to judgment. Yes to the weight of raising the Messiah.
And that yes? It changed history.
How often do we underestimate the power of a woman’s “yes” to God?
2. She Carried Him Before the World Knew Him
Before the world knew Jesus, Mary nurtured Him in secret. Her womb became the holy temple that carried the Word made flesh.
Think about that: The Savior was not dropped from the clouds; He was carried—fed, protected, and birthed by a woman.
Sometimes, the most powerful things God births through us start in hidden, quiet obedience.
3. She Raised Him in a Chaotic World
Mary didn’t raise Jesus in a palace. She raised Him in occupied territory, among whispers and rumors of His “questionable” birth. She taught Him the rhythms of prayer, the songs of Israel, and the traditions of their faith. She helped shape the human experience of the divine.
God entrusted her with His Son.
That tells you something about how God sees women.
4. She Was There at His First Miracle+
In John 2, at the wedding in Cana, it’s Mary who tells Jesus, “They have no wine.”
At first, Jesus says, “My hour has not yet come.”
But Mary, confident in who her son is, simply tells the servants, “Do whatever He tells you.”
And guess what? He listens.
The water becomes wine.
Mary believed in Jesus before the world did. She pushed Him into purpose, like only a mother can.
📖 Ecclesiastes 5:4-5 (NIV)
“When you make a vow to God, do not delay to fulfill it. He has no pleasure in fools; fulfill your vow. It is better not to make a vow than to make one and not fulfill it.”
🪔 Interpretation: God takes our promises seriously. If we vow to serve Him, give, obey, or live a certain way—we are accountable. Better to be silent than to make empty declarations.
5. She Never Left His Side—even at the Cross
When Jesus was crucified, most had abandoned Him. But in John 19:25, we see Mary standing at the foot of the cross, watching her baby boy die a brutal death.
And Jesus? In His final moments, He honors her. He looks at the disciple John and says:
“Behold your mother.”
And to Mary:
“Behold your son.”
(John 19:26–27)
Even in death, Jesus made sure His mother was cared for.
6. She Was in the Upper Room at Pentecost
After Jesus rose and ascended to heaven, Mary didn’t fade into the background. Acts 1:14 tells us she was with the disciples, praying and waiting on the Holy Spirit. She stayed faithful to the end. She was part of the birth of the early church.
So What Does This Mean for Us?
Mary’s role reminds us that God sees, values, and uses women in powerful ways. She was not divine, but she was deeply devoted. Her example shows us how a mother’s love, faith, and obedience can shape history.
If Jesus—the Son of God—needed a mother, needed comfort, nurturing, guidance, and belief… how much more do we need godly women in our lives and in the world?
Whether you're a mother, a spiritual mother, or just a woman saying yes to God—you matter more than you know.
This verse comes as part of Moses’ speech to the Israelites before entering the Promised Land.
He warns them not to become prideful or forget God once they become prosperous. It’s a powerful reminder that wealth, success, and opportunity come from God—not just human effort.
Let us never forget: Even Jesus needed His mother.
