I wanted to write these words because moms are so important to us. They do so much every day and sometimes we forget to say thank you or we don’t know how to talk to God about them. I decided to make this list of prayers for Mother’s day so you can have something to say. It don’t matter if your English is perfect because God looks at the heart. My mom always told me that God likes simple words from His children.
Beautiful prayers for Mother’s day to use
1. Strength for the Tired Mom
Moms are always doing something for someone else. They wake up early to make breakfast and stay up late to finish the laundry or help with homework. I see my mom looking very tired sometimes at the kitchen table. She needs a lot of energy to keep the house running and to keep everyone happy. This prayer is for when her body and her spirit feels very heavy.
Verse: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” — Isaiah 40:31
How to pray: Think about how much she does and ask God to give her a “second wind” like an athlete gets.
Prayer: Dear Father in Heaven, I ask You to please give my mom new strength today. She works so hard for us and I know she is very tired in her bones. Please help her to feel strong like an eagle and not get too weary with all the chores. Let her feel Your power in her heart so she can keep going with a smile. Amen.
2. Patience with the Kids
Kids can be very loud and messy sometimes. I know me and my siblings make my mom want to pull her hair out some days. It takes a lot of heart to stay calm when there is juice on the rug or when we are arguing about the TV. A mom needs a special kind of patience that only comes from heaven above.
Verse: “With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love.” — Ephesians 4:2
How to pray: Ask God to give her a calm heart even when the house is very noisy and crazy.
Prayer: Lord, please help my mother to have so much patience today. When we are being loud or not listening, please help her to stay calm and kind. Give her the “longsuffering” that the Bible talks about so she can love us even when we are being difficult. Thank You for her soft heart that deals with all our big messes every day. Amen.
3. Health and Wellness
We want our moms to stay healthy for a very long time. When a mom gets sick, the whole house feels a bit broken. We need her to feel good so she can enjoy her life and see us grow up. I always pray that my mom’s body stays strong and that she don’t get the flu or feel any pain in her back.
Verse: “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” — 3 John 1:2
How to pray: Imagine a bright light of healing around her while you talk to God.
Prayer: God, I ask You to keep my mom very healthy and safe. Please protect her from getting sick and help her body to feel great every morning. I want her to live a long life and feel full of life. Please touch any part of her that hurts and make it better by Your great power. We need her to be well and happy. Amen.
4. Wisdom for Big Decisions
Moms have to make a lot of choices. They decide what we eat, where we go, and how to handle problems at school. Sometimes they have to make hard choices about money or work too. I think it is hard to be a grown-up because you have to know the right way to go all the time. God can help her know.
Verse: “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” — James 1:5
How to pray: Ask God to whisper the right answers into her mind when she is thinking.
Prayer: Dear Lord, my mom has many things to think about and sometimes she don’t know what to do. Please give her Your wisdom like You gave to King Solomon. Help her to make good choices for our family and for her own life. Let her feel sure about the path she takes and guide her steps so she never feels lost or confused. Amen.
5. Peace in Her Mind
The world is very stressful and moms carry everyone else’s stress too. They worry about if we are safe or if we are doing well in life. Sometimes their minds must be very noisy with all those worries. I want my mom to have a quiet mind and a peaceful heart even when things around her are very busy or scary.
Verse: “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” — John 14:27
How to pray: Ask for all the “worry thoughts” to go away and for God’s quietness to come in.
Prayer: Jesus, please give my mom Your peace that is better than anything the world can give. When she starts to worry about us or about the future, please calm her heart down. Don’t let her be afraid of anything. Let her sleep really good tonight and wake up feeling like everything is going to be okay because You are in control. Amen.
6. Joy and Laughter
I love it when my mom laughs. It is the best sound in the house. But sometimes life is so serious that she forgets to have fun. I want her to have many reasons to giggle and feel happy. A happy mom makes the whole family feel like they are standing in the sunshine. God wants us to be joyful.
Verse: “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22
How to pray: Ask God to send her something funny today that makes her laugh out loud.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please fill my mother’s heart with so much joy today. Help her to find reasons to laugh and be merry. I know that a happy heart is like medicine for the body, so please give her that medicine. Let her feel the fun side of life and help us to make her smile every chance we get. Amen.
7. Protection from Harm
Moms go out into the world every day. They drive cars, they go to work, and they walk in the streets. I want God to put a shield around my mom so nothing bad happens to her. I pray that she is safe from accidents and from people who are not kind. It makes me feel better knowing God is watching her.
Verse: “The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” — Psalm 121:8
How to pray: Picture God’s angels walking beside her when she leaves the house.
Prayer: Lord, please watch over my mom today. Keep her safe when she is driving and when she is at work. Please protect her from any harm or accidents. I ask that You preserve her going out and her coming in just like the Bible says. Thank You for being her shield and for keeping her safe under Your wings all day and night. Amen.
8. Comfort for the Grieving Mom
Some moms have lost their own mothers, or maybe they have lost someone else they loved very much. Mother’s Day can be a bit sad for them. They might be smiling but inside they are missing someone. I think God is very close to people who have a broken heart and He can give them a hug.
Verse: “Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4
How to pray: Ask God to be especially close to her heart and hold her hand today.
Prayer: Dear God, I pray for my mom because I know she misses her loved ones today. Please wrap Your arms around her and give her comfort that only You can give. Even if she is sad, let her feel Your love and know that she is not alone. Please heal the hurt in her heart and give her sweet memories that make her feel better. Amen.
9. Success at Work
Many moms have jobs outside the house. They have bosses and projects and meetings. Sometimes it is hard to be a good worker and a good mom at the same time. I want my mom to do a great job and for people to see how smart and hard-working she is. She deserves to be treated well at her job.
Verse: “And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us: and establish thou the work of our hands upon us; yea, the work of our hands establish thou it.” — Psalm 90:17
How to pray: Ask God to make her work go smoothly and for her boss to be nice.
Prayer: Lord, please bless the work that my mom does every day. Help her to be successful and to find favor with the people she works with. Let her work be easy today and let her feel proud of what she finishes. Please establish the work of her hands and give her the help she needs to do her very best for our family. Amen.
10. Help for New Mothers
Being a new mom is very scary and you don’t get much sleep. These prayers for Mother’s day are good for them because they might be too tired to think of words. They have a tiny baby that cries a lot and they are learning everything for the first time. They need to know that they are doing a good job.
Verse: “He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.” — Isaiah 40:11
How to pray: Pray that she feels gentle peace and that the baby sleeps a little longer.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, please help the new moms who are holding their little babies today. They are so tired and everything is so new. Please gather them in Your arms and lead them gently. Give them confidence that they are doing great and help them to find rest. Let them feel the big love You have for them and their new little lamb. Amen.
11. Provision for Needs
Sometimes families don’t have enough money for everything. Moms worry about the bills and the food prices going up. It is a big weight to carry. I want God to open the windows of heaven and give my mom everything she needs so she don’t have to stay awake at night wondering how to pay for things.
Verse: “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19
How to pray: Ask God to provide for the bills and the groceries in an amazing way.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, You know exactly what my mom needs today. Please supply all our needs according to Your big riches. If she is worried about money or bills, please show her that You are taking care of us. I trust You to provide food and a house and everything else. Thank You for being our Great Provider and for helping my mom. Amen.
12. Patience with Technology
I know my mom gets frustrated when her phone or the computer don’t work right. She wants to see pictures of us or talk to her friends but the buttons are confusing. It sounds funny, but it is a real stress for her! I want her to feel smart and for the gadgets to just work like they are supposed to.
Verse: “The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.” — Proverbs 18:15
How to pray: Ask for a clear mind when she is using her phone or the TV remote.
Prayer: Lord, please help my mom when she is using the computer or her phone. I know it makes her frustrated when things don’t work. Please give her a clear mind to learn these things and let the technology behave itself today! Help her to feel smart and not get annoyed so she can enjoy connecting with the people she loves through her device. Amen.
13. Good Friendships
Moms need friends too. They need other women to talk to and laugh with. Sometimes they get so busy with us that they forget to see their friends. I want my mom to have really good friends who are kind and who help her feel happy. Everyone needs a best friend to tell their secrets to.
Verse: “A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” — Proverbs 17:17
How to pray: Ask God to bring a kind friend to call her or visit her today.
Prayer: Dear God, please bless my mom with wonderful friends. I want her to have people in her life who love her and support her no matter what. Give her time to talk to her friends and have fun with them. Thank You for the people who make her laugh and who help her when things are hard. Let her never feel lonely. Amen.
14. A Gentle Spirit
The world can make people hard and mean. I want my mom to keep her heart soft and gentle. A gentle mom is like a soft pillow for our souls. Even when she has to be firm, I pray she does it with love. It is a very special thing to have a mom who is kind and sweet.
Verse: “But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.” — 1 Peter 3:4
How to pray: Ask God to keep her heart soft even when people are mean to her.
Prayer: Lord, please help my mom to keep a gentle and quiet spirit. I know the world is loud and sometimes people are rude, but please protect her heart from becoming hard. Let her kindness shine out so everyone can see it. Thank You for the “great price” of her beautiful, soft spirit that makes our home feel so safe and warm. Amen.
15. Forgiveness for Mistakes
Moms are not perfect. Sometimes they lose their temper or they forget something important. They might feel really bad about it later. I want my mom to know that it is okay to make mistakes and that God forgives her. She shouldn’t carry around a lot of guilt because she is doing her best for us.
Verse: “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” — Ephesians 4:32
How to pray: Ask God to take away her “mom guilt” and help her feel forgiven.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, please help my mom to forgive herself when she makes a mistake. I know she tries so hard to be perfect for us, but nobody is perfect. Please wash away any bad feelings or guilt she has in her heart. Help her to know that we love her and You love her no matter what. Give her a fresh start every single day. Amen.
16. Self-Care and Rest
Moms always put themselves last. They eat the cold food after everyone else is finished. They don’t buy new shoes because we need them more. I want my mom to take time for herself. I want her to take a long bath or read a book and not feel like she is wasting time. She needs to fill her own cup.
Verse: “And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, and rest a while.” — Mark 6:31
How to pray: Ask God to give her a quiet hour today where nobody asks her for anything.
Prayer: Lord, please help my mom to take some rest today. She is always doing things for us and she forgets to take care of herself. Please give her a quiet moment to just sit and relax. Let her know that it is okay to take a break and that she deserves to feel rested. Help her to find time for the things she loves to do. Amen.
17. Faith and Trust in God
I want my mom to have a very strong faith. When life gets hard, I want her to look at God and not the problem. A mom with big faith helps the whole family to trust God too. I pray that she reads her Bible and feels God talking to her heart so she knows she is never alone.
Verse: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5
How to pray: Ask God to make her faith grow bigger every single day.
Prayer: Dear God, please help my mom to trust You more and more. When things are confusing, help her to lean on You and not just on what she thinks. Give her a heart that is full of faith so she can be an example to all of us. Let her feel Your presence very close to her and let her trust Your plan for her life. Amen.
18. For Step-Moms and Foster Moms
Being a mom don’t always mean you gave birth to the child. Some moms chose to love us or they came into our lives later. They have a hard job because they have to build a new family. Using prayers for Mother’s day helps us show them they are “real” moms in our hearts too.
Verse: “God setteth the solitary in families: he bringeth out those which are bound with chains.” — Psalm 68:6
How to pray: Ask God to bless the special bond they have with their children.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for the step-moms and foster moms who love kids like they are their own. It is a big and beautiful thing to choose to be a mom. Please give them extra love and grace today. Help their families to grow close and let them feel very appreciated for the hard work they do to build a loving home for us. Amen.
19. A Heart for Service
Moms serve us all day long. They are like Jesus because He came to serve others. I want my mom to find joy in helping people, but also I want her to see how much we appreciate it. Serving can be hard, so she needs a heart that stays happy while she is doing all those small things.
Verse: “But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 23:11
How to pray: Thank God for her servant’s heart and ask Him to reward her.
Prayer: Lord, thank You for the way my mom serves us every day with so much love. I know that You see her as “great” because she helps everyone else first. Please give her joy in the small things like cooking and cleaning. Let her know that her service is not hidden from You and that You will reward her for all her kindness to us. Amen.
20. Confidence in Her Beauty
I think my mom is the most beautiful woman in the world, but she might not feel like that when she looks in the mirror. She might see wrinkles or feel old. I want her to know she is beautiful because of the light inside her. I want her to feel confident and pretty today because she really is.
Verse: “So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty: for he is thy Lord; and worship thou him.” — Psalm 45:11
How to pray: Ask God to help her see herself the way He sees her—as a masterpiece.
Prayer: Dear God, please help my mom to feel beautiful today. Sometimes she might feel tired or old, but I want her to see her own beauty. Let her know that her smile is the best thing and that she is made perfectly by You. Give her confidence when she walks and help her to know that she is loved and cherished for exactly who she is. Amen.
21. Guidance for Single Moms
Single moms have the hardest job because they have to do everything by themselves. They are the mom and the dad and the provider. I want them to feel like God is their partner. They need extra help from the community and extra strength from the Holy Spirit to get through the long weeks.
Verse: “A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows, is God in his holy habitation.” — Psalm 68:5
How to pray: Ask God to be her partner and to send people to help her with the chores.
Prayer: Lord, I pray for the single moms who are doing it all alone today. Please be their strength and their partner. Send people into their lives to help them and encourage them. Give them everything they need to raise their kids and let them feel Your big love covering them like a blanket. They are so brave, and I ask You to bless them. Amen.
22. Safety in Travel
Sometimes moms have to travel for work or to see family. I worry when my mom is on a plane or a long car ride. I want the road to be clear and the weather to be good. I want her to get to where she is going and come back home to us without any trouble at all.
Verse: “For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” — Psalm 91:11
How to pray: Ask for angels to stand on the front and back of her car while she drives.
Prayer: Dear God, please protect my mom while she is traveling today. Whether she is in a car or a bus or a plane, please keep her safe. Send Your angels to watch over her and keep her from any harm on the road. Bring her back home to us safely so we can give her a big hug. Thank You for always watching over our travels. Amen.
23. A Grateful Heart
Even when things are hard, I want my mom to see the good things. If we have a grateful heart, we feel much happier. I pray that my mom notices the little flowers, the nice weather, and the love we have for her. Being thankful is a great way to stay close to God every day.
Verse: “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18
How to pray: Ask God to help her see five good things today that she can say thank you for.
Prayer: Lord, please give my mom a heart that is full of thanks. Even when she has a bad day, help her to see the small blessings You send her. Let her feel grateful for our family and for Your love. Help us to also show her how thankful we are for her so she feels very special and appreciated on this Mother’s day. Amen.
24. Patience with the Future
Moms worry about what will happen to us when we grow up. They wonder if we will be happy or if we will have a good job. I want her to have patience and trust that the future is in God’s hands. She don’t need to fix the future today; she just needs to enjoy the now.
Verse: “Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself.” — Matthew 6:34
How to pray: Ask God to help her let go of the “what if” thoughts about the future.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, please help my mom not to worry about the future. I know she wants the best for us, but please help her to trust You with our lives. Give her peace about what is coming next and help her to enjoy this day without being scared of tomorrow. You hold our whole lives in Your hands, and she can trust You with that. Amen.
25. For Moms of Grown-Up Kids
When kids grow up and move away, moms might feel a bit lonely. Their house is quiet and they miss the noise. I want them to know they are still very important. Their job as a mom never ends; it just changes into something new. I pray they feel very loved by their big kids.
Verse: “Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” — Proverbs 31:28
How to pray: Ask God to help her find new things to do that make her feel happy and useful.
Prayer: Lord, I pray for moms whose kids have all grown up. Even if their house is empty, please fill their hearts with Your love. Help them to see that their children still need them and love them very much. Give them new dreams to follow and help them to feel blessed for all the years they spent raising their family so well. Amen.
26. Spiritual Growth
I want my mom to know God better every year. I hope she has time to pray and read her Bible because that is where the real power comes from. I want her to grow like a beautiful tree planted by the water. The more she knows God, the more she will feel happy and strong.
Verse: “But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.” — 2 Peter 3:18
How to pray: Ask God to give her a “hunger” to know Him more and to spend time in prayer.
Prayer: Dear God, please help my mom to grow closer to You every day. Give her a deep desire to read Your Word and to talk to You in prayer. Let her feel Your grace working in her life and help her to understand Your big love for her. I want her to be a woman of God who is full of light and truth for everyone. Amen.
27. Kind Words from Others
Sometimes people are mean or they don’t say thank you. I want my mom to hear kind words today. I want people to tell her “good job” or “you look nice.” Words have a lot of power to make a person feel good or bad. I pray her ears are filled with sweet words today.
Verse: “Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.” — Proverbs 16:24
How to pray: Ask God to prompt you and others to say something very nice to her today.
Prayer: Lord, please let my mom hear many kind and pleasant words today. I want her soul to feel sweet like a honeycomb. Help me to remember to tell her how much I love her and how great she is. Let other people also be kind to her so she feels like a queen. Thank You for the power of nice words to make her feel healthy and happy. Amen.
28. Protection of Her Dreams
Moms have dreams too. Maybe they wanted to paint, or start a business, or travel somewhere. Sometimes they put their dreams in a box to take care of us. I want God to help those dreams come true. It is never too late for a mom to do something she has always wanted to do.
Verse: “Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” — Psalm 37:4
How to pray: Ask God to remind her of a dream she had and show her how to start it.
Prayer: Dear God, I pray for my mother’s dreams and the secret desires of her heart. You know what she wants to do deep down. Please give her the chance and the courage to follow those dreams now. Help her to delight in You so that You can lead her to the things that make her heart sing. It is never too late with You. Amen.
29. A Calm Morning
Moms usually rush around in the morning. They are making coffee and waking people up. I want my mom to have a calm morning where she can just sit and look at the birds or the sun. A peaceful start to the day makes everything else go much better for her and for us.
Verse: “Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust.” — Psalm 143:8
How to pray: Ask for the house to stay quiet for an extra thirty minutes so she can relax.
Prayer: Lord, I ask for a very calm morning for my mom. Let her wake up and feel Your lovingkindness before the day gets busy. I trust You to give her a few minutes of quiet peace with her coffee or her tea. Help the rest of us to be helpful and quiet so she can start her day feeling refreshed and happy instead of rushed. Amen.
30. Strength for the Long Nights
I hope these prayers for Mother’s day make her smile, especially when she can’t sleep. Sometimes moms stay up worrying or they have to take care of a sick kid at 2 AM. The night can feel very long and lonely. I want God to be her company in the dark and give her peace.
Verse: “When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.” — Proverbs 3:24
How to pray: Ask God to settle her mind so she can fall asleep quickly and stay asleep.
Prayer: Dear Jesus, I pray for my mom when the night is long and she cannot sleep. Please take away any fears or worries that keep her eyes open. Give her the gift of sweet sleep that You promised in the Bible. Let her feel Your presence in the room with her so she knows she is safe and she can rest her tired mind and body. Amen.
31. Hope for the Future
Sometimes the world looks very sad and moms worry about what kind of world we are growing up in. I want her to have a big hope. Not a fake hope, but a real hope that comes from knowing God is in control. I want her to look at the future and see good things and not just bad news.
Verse: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” — Jeremiah 29:11
How to pray: Ask God to show her a “glimpse” of the good things He has planned for our family.
Prayer: Lord, please give my mom a heart full of hope today. When the news is bad, help her to remember that You have good thoughts for us. You have a plan for our peace and a future that is bright. Help her to see that “expected end” You promised and to feel excited about what You are going to do in our lives in the coming years. Amen.
32. For Grandmothers
Grandmas are like moms but with more experience and usually more cookies! They have done the hard work of raising their own kids and now they love us. They might be getting older and their bodies might hurt more. I want them to feel like the queens of the family because they are very wise.
Verse: “The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.” — Proverbs 16:31
How to pray: Thank God for her life and ask Him to take away any pain in her joints.
Prayer: Dear God, thank You so much for my grandmother. She is such a blessing to all of us and she has so much wisdom to share. Please bless her body and help her to feel strong even as she gets older. Let her feel like her gray hair is a crown of glory and help us to always show her the honor she deserves for all she’s done. Amen.
33. Clarity in Prayer
Sometimes moms want to pray but their brain is too busy. They don’t know what to ask for or how to say it. I want the Holy Spirit to help her pray. I want her to feel like she is just talking to a friend when she talks to God. It shouldn’t be a hard chore for her.
Verse: “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us.” — Romans 8:26
How to pray: Ask the Holy Spirit to speak for her when she doesn’t have the right words.
Prayer: Lord, when my mom sits down to pray, please help her. If she don’t know the words to say, let Your Holy Spirit speak for her. Help her to feel a real connection with You so she feels heard and loved. Make her prayer time a time where she gets more energy and feels much better after she is done talking to You. Amen.
34. A Heart of Compassion
Moms have a lot of feelings for people who are hurting. They are usually the first ones to bring a soup to a sick neighbor. I want my mom to keep that beautiful heart of compassion. It is a gift to care so much about others, and it makes the world a much better place for everyone.
Verse: “Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering.” — Colossians 3:12
How to pray: Ask God to use her to bless someone today who is feeling very sad.
Prayer: Dear God, thank You for my mom’s kind heart. She cares so much about people and I love that about her. Please keep her heart full of mercy and kindness. Use her to help others, but also please protect her so she don’t get too sad when other people are hurting. Give her Your strength to keep being a light to everyone who meets her today. Amen.
35. Overcoming Fear
There are a lot of things to be scared of, like accidents or sickness or losing a job. I want my mom to be a “warrior” who is not afraid. I want her to know that God is bigger than any giant she faces. When she feels scared, I pray she remembers that God is holding her hand.
Verse: “What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.” — Psalm 56:3
How to pray: Ask God to take away the “knot” in her stomach when she feels worried or scared.
Prayer: Lord, please help my mom to overcome all her fears. When she feels that “knot” of worry in her stomach, please take it away. Help her to trust in You whenever she feels afraid. Give her a spirit of power and love and a sound mind. Let her be brave because she knows that the Creator of the universe is on her side every day. Amen.
36. To Feel Deeply Loved
The most important thing is for a mom to know she is loved. Not just by us, but by God. Sometimes she might feel like nobody sees what she does. I want her to feel a big “hug” from heaven today. I want her to know she is the most important person in our world.
Verse: “The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.” — Jeremiah 31:3
How to pray: Ask God to pour His love into her heart until it is overflowing.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please let my mom feel Your “everlasting love” today. I want her to know deep in her heart that she is precious and loved more than she can imagine. Help her to see how much we love her too. Let her feel like she is special and chosen and that she is doing a wonderful job being our mom. Thank You for her. Amen.
FAQ about prayers for Mother’s day
1. Is it okay if I make my own prayers for Mother’s day? Yes, totally! God loves it when you talk to Him like a friend. You don’t have to use big words or be a professional writer. Just say what is in your heart about your mom and He will hear you.
2. What if me and my mom don’t get along right now? You can still pray for her! In fact, that is a great time to pray. Ask God to help both of you to be kind and to forgive each other. Praying for someone can help your own heart feel less angry too.
3. Do I have to pray out loud? No, you can pray in your head or write it down in a notebook. God knows your thoughts just as good as He knows your words. Sometimes I pray while I am walking or doing the dishes.
4. Can I use these prayers for my grandma or my aunt? Of course! Any woman who has been like a mom to you deserves these prayers. Just change the word “mom” to “grandma” or their name when you are talking to God.
5. How long should a prayer be? A prayer can be one sentence or it can be a long time. It isn’t about how long you talk, but about if you mean it. God is not checking his watch when we talk to Him.
6. Where can I find more prayers for Mother’s day if I need them? You can look in the Bible, especially in the book of Psalms. There are many beautiful verses there that feel like prayers. You can also just ask your pastor or a friend to pray with you.
I hope these words helped you today. Moms are a big gift from God and we should of told them that more often. I’m not the best at writing, but I know that praying for someone is the best gift you can give them. Even if you don’t have money to buy a big present, a prayer reaches heaven and that is worth more than anything. I hope you and your mom have a very blessed day and that these prayers for Mother’s day bring a lot of peace to your house.