It is a good time for us to remember in prayer the people you've named. I am hurting and restless and feel overwhelmed. A Mother's Day Prayer for Hurting Moms: The Day After - Hope for Hurting Parents photo cred. You have no idea how much I needed this. And no, it doesnt guarantee that your son will love you again, but it just might be what God uses to bring him back, and maybe even save him. Dear God, we ask for Your blessings upon all new mothers and their babies. May she feel needed, despite the distance and age between us. You will use all things for good in some way. On this day of celebrating mothers, please surround the grieving mom who reads these words with. Dear Jesus, there is a mom out there who needs to know that you are with her. Will I Still Be Married to My Spouse in Heaven? January 2015 February 2015 a mother's day and a prayer (for when Mother's day is hard). I pray you would drive them to have a holy hunger for you. She has taught me so many important things and guided me through all of lifes challenges. Married, single, working outside the home or staying at homeits hard. Jesus is magnificent. You were always concerned for others as you grew up. Thank you soooo much for these, its exactly what I needed! Your comforting presence. Fill her with vitality so that she breathes easily and walks effortlessly on this earth. She is kind and warm-hearted. Thank you for the numerous spiritual children you have given to so many "spiritual moms" and mentors. Every time I called out His name, he somehow shows me he is really there!!! Even though I love them beyond measure, it is challenging raising kids this young at my age. You're never unprepared. Psalms 113:9 CSB I was the exhausted mom who suffered through nine months of severe post-partum depression as I questioned myself and God for putting me in this role to the detriment of my sweet, helpless, and colicky baby. August 2014 Build up her immune system and keep it strong. Being a mom is physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausting at times. Praying for you this Mother's Day as you wait to bring your sweet baby Aida home. To the mom who is overwhelmed with heartache and pain, there is hope. The death of a mother is heartbreaking. You who wept over Jerusalem, your beloved children, who rejected and refused Your divine love. February 2014 Give them eyes to see when they have time for you. It doesnt come naturally for most of usin case you think youre the only one who is struggling. PERFECT MOTHER'S DAY GIFT: This book is a personalized version of, "A Prayer for Her: Devotionals for the Hurting Heart" by David A. Edwards. In Your mighty name, Amen. Please give her continuous refreshing mornings, peaceful nights, and a strong body to carry her through. It leaves us grieving throughout our lifetime wishing she was just a phone call away. If youre hurting. We lay it all down at your feet, every burden, every care. Whisper to her that you are aware of it all and Your word promises that when she puts You first, You will take care of everything else. Not only does Scripture lend our hearts to the Holy Spirit, but youll find several examples of individuals using Scripture in prayer, and so did Jesus. Jesus, my Great Healer, please bring health to my mother. She has taught me right from wrong and the goodness of Your name. Forgive us for thinking youve forgotten. Father, I know you stand tall and steadfast because that is what your Word promises. Amen. Down deep in our hearts we thought we were exempt from bad things happening to us or to one of our children. Moms have found themselves to be weary, worn, and withered with all the extra responsibilities, loneliness, isolation, death, dying, and illness surrounding us. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. It cant be changed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety,, Oh God, sometimes it feels like Im drowning in tasks and obligations. Be my son's Guardian in the hours that I am not with him. Forgive us for thinking youve forgotten. Were here to offer encouragement, stories of redemption, advice based on our own experiences and support. Though we may realize our faith is most strengthened, not in the easy times of life, but in the most trying, its often hard to walk that out once we're swirling in the midst of it all. In Jesus name. Prayer: Lord, today I pray a prayer of blessing for my mother. It seems like I can never get ahead. And when we become mothersthey become our lifelines. The days lookdark. So grant us insight and foresight to be wise parents. Giving Thanks To Our Lord Hold me and let me not be shaken. February 2012 It also glories our mighty God. In Jesus name. Forgive us for believing we somehow know the better way. Here are six prayers to help you get through the pain of having an estranged family member. Just wanted to tell you that this is one of the most beautiful pieces I've ever read. May we be welcoming to the friends of our children no matter what baggage they bring. We lay it all down at your feet, every burden, every care. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Yesterday was Mothers Day. Prayer for My Mother to Know She is Loved Lord of Unfailing Love, I seek You with a compelled heart. Fighting fear and worry at every turn. Some of us did not approach motherhood joyfully, yet in each child we can see your imprint. God is real!!! I'm bending down for you. Yep, Im a Mom of four beautiful girls. I thank you for health and strength and for your daily guidance in my life. Please hold onto my heart. Today reminds me that I need Jesus more than I did yesterday and that tomorrow I will need him even more. Please give her thestrength to purposely slow down and get quiet before You and to listen to your voice. They take a lot on their shoulders and find themselves easily hurt. May she know how grateful we are for her joy, compassion, and lessons. To the one waiting to be a mom, God sees you. Awesome prayer that should be shared with all mothers. May we know your peace in the chaos, Your truth in the challenge, And your hope in the hardship. May you know unspeakable joy at the end of the day. What a blessed family you are and what a blessed little girl Aida will be to join your family. You are so gifted. January 2017 I also included my prayersbecause thats how I use the scriptures to draw closer to God. They are a breath. March 2015 by Tom and Dena Yohe | May 15, 2023 | holidays | 3 comments. Were hurting. When our children are very young, its easy to protect them from the evils of the world. These would be great as printable cards! We know how it feels to be at the end of our rope whether its balancing conference calls and getting the kids online for school, 2 a.m. feedings and snarky teens, God sees us battling for steady strength and perseverance. Amen. To the mom who is overwhelmed with heartache and pain, there is hope. Thank you for sharing your prayers. Help clear the path for me so I can find you today. (Sharon Jaynes). There are many times as moms that we need to encourage ourselves in the Word. Debbie McDaniel is a writer, pastor's wife, mom to three amazing kids (and a lot of pets). You have to put yourself in the line of fire and make hard decisions; be the rule-enforcer and the ouchie-kisser within minutes of each other. April 2015 Trusting in God will help you get through the difficult times, such as the holidays. Mother's Day Prayer for New Moms. She feels like she is on the losing end of the battle shes facing. Apology Prayer Jehovah Rapha, my Healer, I have sinned. He still loves me Even if I let Him down allmost every day. Thoughts on Psalm 13? Father, we pray and ask that You continue to give them the grace to walk out being a single parent with kindness and generosity. Help these moms live out their calling faithfully and joyfully. I have neglected my time with God because I felt like my prayers were not being heard. Father God, thank you for these little ones. I am one of those mothers you are praying for. Let us lift you up. We pray for the peace of your presence to cover our minds and thoughts, as you remind us, the enemy can never steal us out of your hands. But to bring greater strength, character, trust, beauty, and perseverance to the deepest part of our souls. September 2015 Thank you for the blessing it is to be called "Mom." May you bind up any wounds and protect her from further pain or injury. October 2014 Keep us close to each other, helping each other grow and learn. Amen., Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. In Jesus Name Amen. May my apology be genuine and thoughtful. Now available is our new Daily Prayer devotional! Youre an inspiration to many families who dont know how to have hope. Some days feel too hard. Nothing is hidden . Beth how precious you are!!! Thank you for reminding me 12-step recovery programs have a saying I like: Normal is just a setting on a dryer. Please continue to nurture our relationship and build our friendship. I also need God to help me process my emotions of grief, loss & feeling of being lost. We are righteous and strong. We love you, Lord, we need your fresh grace. ( Nylse Esahc) Prayer for Moms for Blessings Dear God, Thank you for the gift of motherhood. By his wounds, you have been healed. 1 Peter 2:24, Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Ps 55:22, Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Heavenly Father, bless mothers today as they work hard behind the scenes and share the light of your love with their families today. Give her an attitude of thanksgiving as she makes her requests known to You. Press Your cheek against hers. In Jesus name, Amen., And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you., Father, I am hurting right now; I feel alone and desperate. Prayer. In either case, its as if you chose us for this great calling of motherhood. May these prayers for moms speak comfort and healing into your heart and mind. We thank you that every single mother is a Godly steward of each of their children and that they raise them in the ways of the Lord. Thank you.Im in my mid-sixties,no longer going out to work yet still busy in the home. Join her each morning on Fresh Day Ahead's Facebookpage, for daily encouragement in living strong, free. I didIts as though our heads and our hearts are at war. You have to SERVE your family with love; knowing its probably going to be thankless and be OK with that and not hold a grudge. August 2017 May You heal her wounds and protect her from further hurt. You are the Light of the World and I pray that I will be a shining reflection of that light today. You gifted us with the capacity to sacrifice for anothers welfare, no matter how were treated in return. For the tired mom who cries herself to sleep at night, you are not alone. You have also tasted the bitter tears of disappointment, betrayal, sadness, and loss. These two Bible verses have been a treasured source of comfort for me: Why are you downcast my soul? We thought we had a free pass from that kind of suffering. Dont let the enemy lie to us anymore! Control. (Christina Fox), Father, give me eyes to see you and ears to hear you in the midst of my day. The woman whose mom was never around, never available, never there for her. 7 7) Prayer for my mom in the hospital. I go to that spot for healing and resolution of pain. Remind me of your promises, of the fact that when you look at my beautiful and unique child, made in your image, it's the same way you look at mewith a Father's love. Hide her from any evil that would come against her and open her eyes to any danger. Thank you Holy spirit for leading me here. Or how you feel about God at this moment, or whether you complained, or spent time reading your bible, or messed up in the worst way, or celebrated a victory. ), who have chosen an alternate life-style. If you dont know where to turn, were here to help. They give up their careers, their lives, their sleep schedule (which is why God blessed us with coffee), their bodies, and their hearts.