Faithful service, compassionate hearts, and lives transformed by Christ.
NOT a Proverbs 31 Woman
A Mother’s Day worship and discipleship resource exploring the story of Tabitha (Dorcas) and the reminder that faithful Christian living is not about perfection, but about compassion, testimony, service, and living out faith in everyday life.
Through Acts 9:36–43 and Psalm 66:1–7, Rev. Vicki Cater reflects on how ordinary acts of kindness and faithful service become powerful testimonies that point others toward Jesus Christ.
Scripture References
Acts 9:36–43
Psalm 66:1–7
1 Peter 4:10
Featured Themes
- Faithfulness over perfection
- Compassion and kindness
- Serving others with joy
- Everyday discipleship
- Spiritual gifts
- Testimony and witness
- Christian community
- Living faith through action
Explore the Resources
Read the Full Lesson
NOT a Proverbs 31 Woman Part 1 -
Watch the Worship Recap
[Place Worship Recap Link Here]Watch Rachel Cater — “Mama”
View the Communion Table Worship Reel
[Place Reel Link Here]Worship Reflection
This message was shared during Mother’s Day worship at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church and connected beautifully with the visual worship setting of Holy Communion, white paraments, flowers, crosses, and newly embroidered communion linens prepared for worship.
The worship setting reflected the heart of the message:
faithful acts of service become part of the witness of the church.Key Quotes
“Faithfulness is not about perfection.”
“We all have a story. We all have a testimony.”
“God still works through ordinary people today.”
Related Pages
Christian Living
Stories of Faith
Walk to Emmaus at Pleasant Grove UMC
Prayer & Encouragement
Worship Resources
Service & Outreach
Sermons & MediaClosing Invitation
Come and see how God continues to work through ordinary people with faithful hearts.
Learn more about Christian discipleship and spiritual growth through worship, study, prayer, service, and daily faith at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.
