We lift up your mother before the Lord, knowing that He is the Great Physician and the Prince of Peace who can calm every storm of anxiety and heal every pain. The Scriptures remind us in Philippians 4:6-7, *"In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."* We also recall that Jesus bore our infirmities, as Isaiah 53:4 declares, *"Surely he has borne our sicknesses, and carried our pains; yet we considered him plagued, struck by God, and afflicted."*
It is clear that stress and anxiety are at the root of your mother’s suffering, and we know that these burdens are not meant to be carried alone. The Lord invites us in 1 Peter 5:7 to *"cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* We encourage your mother to surrender her worries to Jesus, trusting that He is sovereign over every circumstance. If there are specific stressors—whether they be relational, financial, or spiritual—we urge her to bring them before the Lord in prayer, seeking His wisdom and provision. Sometimes, anxiety can also be a sign of deeper spiritual battles, and we must remember to put on the full armor of God, as described in Ephesians 6:10-18, standing firm against the schemes of the enemy.
We also want to gently remind you that while we pray for healing, it is wise to seek medical attention if these headaches persist or worsen. The Lord often works through the hands of doctors and medicine, and we should not neglect the practical means He provides. Proverbs 17:22 tells us, *"A cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."* Encourage your mother to rest in the Lord, to fill her mind with His Word, and to surround herself with godly community that can offer support and prayer.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up this dear mother who is suffering from headaches and the weight of stress. Lord, You know the depths of her heart and the burdens she carries. We ask that You would touch her body with Your healing hand, relieving the pain in her head and restoring her strength. Calm her anxious heart, Father, and fill her with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Remind her that she does not walk alone, for You are with her always, and Your yoke is easy, Your burden light.
We rebuke every spirit of anxiety and fear that seeks to oppress her, commanding it to flee in the name of Jesus. Let Your Holy Spirit flood her mind with Your truth and Your promises, casting down every imagination that exalts itself against the knowledge of God. Give her wisdom to address the sources of her stress, and provide for her every need according to Your riches in glory.
Lord, we also pray that You would surround her with Your people—those who can uplift her in prayer, speak life into her spirit, and walk alongside her in this season. If there is any sin or unforgiveness weighing on her heart, convict her gently and lead her to repentance, that she may experience the fullness of Your freedom and joy.
We thank You, Father, for Your faithfulness and for the victory You have already won over sickness and sorrow. May this season draw her closer to You, deepening her trust in Your goodness. We ask all these things in the powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Healer and Redeemer. Amen.