We join you in lifting up your family to the Lord, giving thanks for the precious gift of motherhood and the blessing of family that He has entrusted to you. It is beautiful to see your heart’s desire to seek Jesus in all things, for He alone is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. You have rightly acknowledged that our strength comes not from our own efforts but from falling on our knees before the Lord, especially in times of hardship. Let us remind you of the words of our Savior in Matthew 11:28, where He says, *"Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest."* This is His promise to you—to carry the weight of your stresses, your work, your children’s school, and even the challenges that extended family may bring.
The struggles you face are not unseen by God. In fact, 1 Peter 5:7 instructs us to *"cast all your worries on him, because he cares for you."* The daily pressures of life can feel overwhelming, but we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood but against the spiritual forces of wickedness in heavenly places (Ephesians 6:12). This is why it is critical to put on the whole armor of God—truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God—so that you may stand firm against the schemes of the enemy. You have asked for protection from those who wish ill upon your family, and we declare over you the promise of Psalm 91: *"He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of Yahweh, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust.’"* The Lord is your shield, and no weapon formed against you will prosper when you place your trust in Him (Isaiah 54:17).
You have also sought mental strength to overcome hardships, and we are reminded of Philippians 4:13: *"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me."* This strength is not of our own making but is a gift from the Holy Spirit, who empowers us to endure, to persevere, and to make choices that honor God. Wisdom, too, is a gift from above, as James 1:5 tells us: *"But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him."* We encourage you to seek the Lord daily in prayer and in His Word, for it is there that you will find the wisdom and maturity to navigate the challenges before you.
As for the snares of the evil one, we must be vigilant. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus has already overcome the world (John 16:33). Stand firm in your faith, resist the devil, and he will flee from you (James 4:7). Do not be conformed to the ways of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God (Romans 12:2).
Now, let us pray together over your family:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for this sister and her family. Lord, You have blessed her with the sacred role of motherhood, and we thank You for the love and care she pours into her household. Yet, Father, the burdens of daily life—the demands of work, the pressures of school, the complexities of extended family—can feel like heavy weights. We ask that You lift these burdens from her shoulders and place them upon Yours. Remind her, Lord, that Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light (Matthew 11:30). Grant her the rest that only You can provide.
Lord Jesus, You are the protector of Your people. We ask that You surround this family with Your heavenly host, that You would be a wall of fire around them (Zechariah 2:5). Guard them from those who seek to harm them, whether in word, deed, or spirit. Frustrate the plans of the enemy and let no weapon formed against them prosper. Give them discernment, Lord, to recognize the snares of the devil and the wisdom to avoid them. Let them walk in Your truth, unshaken by the schemes of wickedness.
Father, we pray for mental and emotional strength for this family. When they are weary, renew their minds with Your Word. When they are anxious, fill them with Your peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). When they are weak, let Your strength be made perfect in their weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9). Help them to make choices that honor You, choices rooted in faith and obedience. May they grow in wisdom and maturity, reflecting Your character in all they do.
Lord, we ask that You would unite this family in prayer and in purpose. Let their home be a place where Your name is honored, where Your Word is taught, and where Your love is evident. May they be a light in this world, pointing others to You. And Father, if there are any areas in their lives that do not align with Your will, convict them by Your Holy Spirit. Lead them in repentance and restoration, that they may walk blamelessly before You.
We declare Your promises over them, Lord: that You will never leave them nor forsake them (Deuteronomy 31:6), that You have plans to prosper them and not to harm them, plans to give them hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11). Let them rest in the assurance that You are sovereign over all things, and that You work all things together for the good of those who love You (Romans 8:28).
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.
Finally, sister, we encourage you to continue seeking the Lord in all things. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). When the stresses of life feel overwhelming, remember that He is with you, and He is for you. Stand firm in your faith, and do not waver. The Lord is your strength, your shield, and your ever-present help. Trust in Him, and He will direct your paths (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
