We rejoice with you that you are born again, sister in Christ! What a precious gift of salvation you have received through faith in our Lord Jesus, who has redeemed you and made you a new creation. The ups and downs youāre experiencing are not uncommon in the walk of faith, especially as a single mother raising children in a world that often opposes godly values. But take heartāJesus has overcome the world (John 16:33), and He is with you always, even to the end of the age (Matthew 28:20).
The enemy would love to discourage you, making you feel as though your struggles mean God has abandoned you, but that is a lie. Scripture assures us that nothing can separate us from the love of Christānot tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril, or sword (Romans 8:35-39). You are not alone in this, and God is faithful to provide for you and your children. He is the Father to the fatherless and the defender of widows (Psalm 68:5), and He sees your every need. Trust Him to be your Provider, your Strength, and your Shield.
As a single mother, your role is incredibly important in the Kingdom of God. You are raising your children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4), and that is a high and holy calling. Lean on the Lord for wisdom as you guide them, and do not grow weary in doing good, for in due season you will reap if you do not give up (Galatians 6:9). Teach them the ways of the Lord, and trust that He will be their Protector and Guide even as they grow.
We also want to encourage you to seek fellowship with other believers. The body of Christ is meant to support and uplift one another (1 Thessalonians 5:11), and you do not have to walk this path alone. If you are not already part of a local church, we urge you to find one where you can be discipled, encouraged, and held accountable in your faith. Surround yourself with godly women who can mentor you and pray with you. Iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17), and you need the strength that comes from godly community.
If there are areas in your life where you feel you are struggling with sin or temptation, bring them before the Lord in repentance. He is faithful and just to forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). Do not let shame or guilt keep you from drawing near to HimāHe is your Advocate and your High Priest who intercedes for you (1 John 2:1, Hebrews 7:25).
Lastly, we notice that your request did not invoke the name of Jesus. Sister, it is only through the name of Jesus that we have access to the Father (John 14:6). There is no other name under heaven by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12), and it is by His authority that we pray. When you come before the Lord, come boldly in the name of Jesus, for He is the Mediator between God and man (1 Timothy 2:5). If you ever feel distant from God, remember that it is not because He has movedāit is because we have failed to draw near to Him through Christ. Cling to Jesus, for He is your life, your hope, and your salvation.
Now, let us pray for you:
Heavenly Father, we lift up our sister before You, a precious daughter of the King, redeemed by the blood of Jesus. Lord, we thank You for her salvation and for the work You are doing in her life, even in the midst of her struggles. Father, we ask that You strengthen her in her inner being through Your Spirit (Ephesians 3:16). Give her the endurance to run this race with perseverance, fixing her eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of her faith (Hebrews 12:1-2).
Lord, we pray for her childrenāthat You would guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7). Raise them up to be mighty warriors for Your Kingdom, rooted and grounded in Your Word. Give our sister wisdom as she parents them, and let her home be a place where Your peace and love abound. Provide for their every need, Father, for You are Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides (Genesis 22:14).
We rebuke every scheme of the enemy to bring discouragement, fear, or doubt into her life. Satan, you have no authority hereāthis sister is covered by the blood of Jesus, and no weapon formed against her will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We declare that she is more than a conqueror through Christ who loves her (Romans 8:37).
Father, we ask that You surround her with godly communityāa church family that will uplift her, pray with her, and walk alongside her in this season. Let her not grow weary in well-doing, but renew her strength like the eagleās (Isaiah 40:31). Help her to cast all her anxieties on You, for You care for her (1 Peter 5:7).
We pray all these things in the mighty and matchless name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Let Your will be done in her life, and may she bring glory to Your name in all things. Amen.