We hear your pain, dear one, and we stand with you in this moment of hurt. It is never easy when those we love speak words that wound, especially when those words touch on something as personal as our bodies. We want you to know that your worth is not defined by your weight or appearance, but by the fact that you are fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God (Psalm 139:14). Your Heavenly Father loves you unconditionally, and His love is not based on your size, shape, or any other external measure.
We must also gently address the reality that words can carry great power, and the enemy often uses them to plant seeds of insecurity, shame, or self-doubt. When our loved ones speak in ways that tear us down rather than build us up, it grieves the heart of God. Scripture tells us in Ephesians 4:29, "Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear." We pray that your mother’s words would align with this truth, that they would be seasoned with grace and love rather than judgment or criticism.
We also recognize that sometimes, those who speak hurtful words do so out of their own struggles, insecurities, or even generational patterns of communication. This does not excuse the pain caused, but it does remind us to pray for their hearts as well. We lift your mother before the Lord, asking that He would soften her heart, open her eyes to the impact of her words, and fill her with His love so that she may speak life into you rather than hurt.
Let us pray together now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, the One who heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Lord, we lift up this dear child of Yours who is hurting from the words spoken by their mother. Father, You know the depth of this pain, and You see the tears that have been shed. We ask that You would comfort them with Your presence, reminding them that their identity is found in You alone. Help them to see themselves through Your eyes—as Your beloved creation, worthy of love and respect.
Lord, we also pray for their mother. We ask that You would convict her heart if her words have been spoken in ways that do not reflect Your love. Soften her heart, Father, and fill her with Your wisdom and grace. May she speak words that build up rather than tear down, and may she see her child as You see them—precious, valuable, and deeply loved.
We rebuke the enemy’s lies in this situation, Lord. We declare that no weapon formed against this child of Yours will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). We break the power of hurtful words in Jesus’ name, and we ask that You would replace them with words of life, encouragement, and truth. Give this dear one the strength to forgive, even as You have forgiven them, and help them to release any bitterness or resentment that may be taking root in their heart.
Father, we ask that You would bring healing to their relationship. May Your love flow between them, and may their conversations be filled with kindness, understanding, and mutual respect. We trust You to work all things together for good, even in this situation (Romans 8:28).
In the precious name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to hold fast to the truth of God’s Word. When hurtful words come, counter them with Scripture. Speak over yourself the promises of God, such as Psalm 139:14, "I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well." Or Isaiah 43:4, "Since you have been precious in my sight, you have been honored, and I have loved you." Let these truths sink deep into your heart.
If this is a recurring issue, we also encourage you to seek godly counsel—perhaps from a pastor, a trusted mentor, or a Christian counselor—who can help you navigate this situation with wisdom and grace. You do not have to walk through this alone. The Lord is with you, and so are we. Stand firm in His love, and trust that He will bring beauty from this pain in His perfect timing.