Discover how Biblical gratitude transforms everyday family life and strengthens your faith.

Recently, I was driving with my mom and daughter when the car behind us rear-ended us at a stoplight. It had already been a hard few weeks, and this felt like the “icing on the cake.” 

My heart raced, but within moments, gratitude started to settle in. We were all OK. The man who hit us was kind and apologetic. Even the cupcakes for my daughter’s birthday party survived the impact.

As we drove away, my mom gently said, “God really took care of us today.” She was right. What could have been a disaster became a reminder of God’s protection and faithfulness. 

My daughter chimed in with her own version of thanks, echoing what she’d heard from my mom and me. Three generations, each finding a reason to be thankful in the middle of a frustrating day.

That moment reminded me that gratitude doesn’t wait for life to go smoothly. It grows when we choose to see God’s hand in the small mercies tucked inside messy moments.

But what is gratitude in the Bible, really? Is it just feeling thankful when life is going well? Or is there something deeper? Something that could actually transform how we live, parent and walk with God?

The truth is, Bible verses about thankfulness aren’t just nice sentiments to cross-stitch and hang on our walls. They’re invitations into a way of life that changes everything. 

Biblical gratitude isn’t about pretending hard things aren’t hard. It’s about training our hearts to see God’s goodness even when life feels overwhelming.

This November, I’m diving into Biblical gratitude in a fresh way with our free Living Out Gratitude Bible Reading Plan. And I’d love for you to join me as we explore together how a grateful heart isn’t just a nice idea. It’s a spiritual practice that brings peace, joy and deeper connection with Christ Jesus.

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What is gratitude in the Bible?

When we talk about what gratitude means in Scripture, we’re talking about so much more than a warm fuzzy feeling. Biblical gratitude is a posture of worship. It’s a deliberate choice to recognize God’s goodness and respond with thanksgiving, regardless of our circumstances.

In the Old Testament, gratitude was woven into the fabric of Israel’s worship. The psalmist declares in Psalm 100:4, “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” 

Notice that thanksgiving comes first before we even enter into worship. Gratitude isn’t the result of getting everything we want. It’s the door through which we approach the Almighty God.

The New Testament deepens this understanding. The Apostle Paul writes in Colossians 3:15-17 about letting the peace of Christ rule in our hearts and being thankful. He connects gratitude directly to the word of Christ dwelling in us richly.

When we’re filled with God’s Word, thankfulness flows naturally through spiritual songs, through our words and through our actions done in the name of the Lord Jesus.

Biblical gratitude is both an attitude and an action. It’s cultivating a heart of gratitude while also expressing it through the fruit of our lips, good works and a sacrifice of praise. It’s recognizing that every good gift and every perfect gift comes from the Father of lights, who doesn’t change like shifting shadows (James 1:17).

Here’s what makes Biblical gratitude different from the world’s version: it’s not conditional. We don’t give thanks only when life is comfortable. First Thessalonians 5:18 tells us to “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

That’s radical. That’s countercultural. And that’s exactly what transforms an attitude of gratitude from a nice idea into a powerful spiritual practice.

When we understand gratitude as the will of God, it changes how we approach difficult times, small frustrations and even the mundane moments of everyday life. It becomes less about our feelings and more about our obedience and trust in God’s character.

Why gratitude matters in motherhood

If motherhood teaches us anything, it’s that we can’t control most of what happens in a day. The toddler meltdown in the grocery store. The science project due tomorrow that we’re just now hearing about. The comparison trap that hits when we scroll past another mom who seems to have it all together.

In the chaos and exhaustion of raising kids, gratitude can feel like one more thing on the list. Gratitude can seem like something we “should” do but don’t have the energy for. 

But here’s the beautiful truth: gratitude isn’t another burden. It’s actually one of the best ways God gives us to find peace in the middle of the mess.

When we practice gratitude, something shifts in our hearts and minds. Research shows that grateful people experience better mental health, less anxiety and more resilience in difficult circumstances.

But more importantly, Scripture promises us that when we bring our requests to God with thanksgiving, “the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7).

That peace isn’t dependent on our circumstances changing. It’s a supernatural gift that comes when we choose to focus on God’s goodness instead of our problems. A grateful heart doesn’t ignore the hard things. It simply refuses to let the hard things have the final word.

The importance of gratitude in motherhood can’t be overstated. When we model thankfulness for our children, we’re teaching them to recognize God’s blessings even in small things. We’re showing them that joy isn’t found in perfect circumstances but in a relationship with a good and faithful God.

And in those moments when we feel like we’re failing at everything else? Gratitude becomes our lifeline. It reminds us that God’s grace is sufficient, His love never wavers and even our imperfect efforts matter when offered with a thankful heart.

How to live out gratitude

Living out Biblical gratitude isn’t about waiting until we feel thankful. It’s about making intentional choices that cultivate gratitude as a way of life. Here are four practical ways to embrace the transformative power of gratitude in your own life and home.

Cultivating a grateful heart

Gratitude starts internally, in the quiet places of our hearts where we choose what we’ll focus on. King David understood this. Even in the midst of being hunted by enemies, hiding in caves and facing betrayal, David wrote psalm after psalm of thanksgiving. His secret? He intentionally turned his attention to God’s character and past faithfulness.

We can do the same. When difficult times hit—and they will—we can train ourselves to look for God’s goodness in the small things. The way the morning light streams through the window. A child’s laughter. A friend’s text message at just the right moment. These aren’t accidents; they’re reminders that God is present and active in our everyday life.

Psalm 103:2 says, “Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits.” Sometimes cultivating a grateful heart means deliberately remembering.

What has God done for you this week? This month? This year? When we make remembering a practice, gratitude becomes our natural response.

Try this: Before your feet hit the floor each morning or before your head hits the pillow each night, name three things you’re thankful for. It might feel mechanical at first, but over time, this small practice trains your heart to notice God’s blessings throughout the very day.

Expressing gratitude to others

Biblical gratitude isn’t meant to stay locked inside us. The Word of Christ dwelling in us should overflow into how we treat our family members, friends and even strangers.

Colossians 3:16-17 connects being filled with God’s Word to speaking to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs as well as doing everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ with thanksgiving.

What would it look like to express gratitude more freely in your home? To tell your husband you appreciate how hard he works, even when the little things he does feel invisible to everyone else? To praise your kids for good deeds and kind words, rather than only correcting what they do wrong?

Small ways of showing appreciation create a culture of gratitude in our families. A note tucked into a lunchbox. A genuine “thank you” for helping with chores. Taking time to recognize someone’s effort, even when the result wasn’t perfect.

The Apostle Paul regularly expressed gratitude for the people in his life. His letters are filled with thanksgiving for fellow followers of Jesus for their faith, their love and their partnership in the gospel. When we follow his example, we bless others while simultaneously deepening our own heart of gratitude.

Serving with a thankful spirit

There’s a direct connection in Scripture between gratitude and service. When we truly recognize God’s blessings in our lives—the gift of salvation, God’s unfailing love, His daily provision—the appropriate response is to serve others with joy.

Hebrews 12:28 says, “Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.” 

Our gratitude to God naturally expresses itself through good works done for His glory.

This is where gratitude moves from internal feeling to external action. We serve our families not as a burden but as a sacrifice of thanksgiving.

We look for opportunities to bless others because we’re overflowing with awareness of how we’ve been blessed.

We make a joyful noise in our worship not because we have perfect voices, but because we have hearts full of songs of praise for God’s goodness.

Even in the mundane tasks like folding laundry, making dinner, driving to soccer practice, we can cultivate a thankful spirit by remembering that we serve the Lord Christ (Colossians 3:23-24). Every act of service, done with gratitude, becomes worship.

Gratitude as a family lifestyle

The goal isn’t just personal gratitude. It’s making thankfulness a way of life for our entire family. 

When our kids grow up in a home where gratitude is practiced daily, they learn that recognizing God’s faithfulness isn’t something we do occasionally; it’s who we are.

Start small. At dinner, go around the table and let each person share one thing they’re grateful for. Create family traditions around thanksgiving not just in November, but year-round.

Make gratitude activities part of your rhythm: a gratitude jar where family members add notes throughout the week, or a gratitude scavenger hunt where kids look for evidence of God’s love in creation.

The beauty of making gratitude a family lifestyle is that it shifts the atmosphere of your home. Instead of focusing on what we lack or what went wrong, we train ourselves to see the good things God is doing all around us. We become grateful people who naturally point others toward God’s goodness.

Psalm 145:4 says, “One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.”

When we live out gratitude consistently, we’re passing down a legacy of faith to our children by teaching them to recognize God’s work in every aspect of our lives.

Examples of gratitude in the Bible

Scripture is filled with stories of gratitude in the Bible that show us what thankfulness looks like in action. These aren’t just ancient stories. They’re powerful examples that speak directly to our lives today.

King David stands out as a man who expressed gratitude constantly. His psalm of thanksgiving in 1 Chronicles 16 overflows with shouts of grateful praise: “Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.”

David wrote songs of praise even when he was running for his life, proving that gratitude isn’t dependent on easy circumstances.

The Apostle Paul is another powerful example. Despite being imprisoned, beaten, shipwrecked and rejected, Paul’s letters are filled with thanksgiving. He thanks God for churches, for fellow believers, for the grace of God at work in people’s lives.

In Philippians, a book of the Bible written from prison, Paul says he’s learned the secret of being content in any situation, and that secret is rooted in gratitude and trust in Christ Jesus.

Jesus Himself modeled gratitude for us. At the Last Supper, knowing He was about to face crucifixion, Jesus took bread and “gave thanks” (Matthew 26:26). Even in His darkest hour, gratitude was His posture.

He thanked the Father for hearing Him when He raised Lazarus (John 11:41). He recognized that everything good comes from God, and He lived in constant communion with His Father.

These examples of gratitude in the Bible remind us that thankfulness isn’t about our circumstances. It’s about recognizing God’s character, faithfulness and love, no matter what we’re facing.

Practical ways to practice gratitude

If you’re wondering how to move from understanding gratitude to actually living it out, here are some realistic, family-friendly ways to make thankfulness a daily practice.

Start a Christian gratitude journal. 

There’s something powerful about writing down what we’re thankful for. My Christian Woman’s Gratitude Journal includes prompts specifically designed to help you connect gratitude to Scripture and prayer.

When you write it down, you create a record of God’s faithfulness that you can look back on during difficult times.

Create a family gratitude jar. 

Keep a jar in a central location with slips of paper nearby. Throughout the week, family members can write down things they’re thankful for and add them to the jar.

At the end of each month, read them together and celebrate God’s goodness.

Try gratitude activities designed for families.

Faith-based gratitude activities help kids engage with thankfulness in hands-on ways. Create a “grateful tree” where family members add leaves with things they’re grateful for.

Do a gratitude scavenger hunt where kids look for evidence of God’s love in nature. Make “thankful turkeys” where each feather represents something they appreciate.

Use printable resources. 

Sometimes we need a little structure to build new habits. Download free printables from the Families With Grace Printables Library to guide your family’s gratitude practice.

The Living Out Gratitude Bible Reading Plan is specifically designed to help you explore thankfulness Scripture by Scripture throughout the month.

Or try this simple, printable gratitude journal workbook with prompts for children.

Incorporate gratitude into existing routines. 

You don’t need to add hours to your day. Simply add a gratitude moment to bedtime prayers, car rides or mealtimes. Ask, “What was the best thing about today?” or “Where did you see God at work?”

The important thing isn’t perfection, it’s consistency. Small, daily practices of gratitude accumulate into a transformed heart and home.

Conclusion

Mama, I know life is full and your plate is overflowing. The last thing you need is another expectation or one more “should” added to your list.

But here’s the beautiful truth about gratitude: it’s not about doing more. It’s about seeing more—seeing God’s goodness right where you are, in the middle of the messy, ordinary, exhausting, beautiful life He’s given you.

Biblical gratitude isn’t about pretending everything is perfect. It’s about recognizing that even when everything isn’t perfect, God is still good. His love is still unfailing. His grace is still sufficient.

And every good and perfect gift in your life, including the challenging parts that are growing you, comes from His hand.

As you practice gratitude this month, be gentle with yourself. Some days will feel easier than others. Some days you’ll remember to give thanks before your feet hit the floor, and other days you’ll collapse into bed realizing you forgot entirely. That’s OK. God isn’t looking for perfect gratitude. He’s looking for willing hearts that want to draw closer to Him.

Let this be the month you discover how the transformative power of gratitude can shift your perspective, deepen your faith and change the atmosphere in your home. Let thanksgiving become your natural response, not because life is easy, but because God is faithful.

Grow deeper this month with the Living Out Gratitude Bible Reading Plan—a free printable designed to help you put Biblical gratitude into practice every day. Download the free Living Out Gratitude Bible Reading Plan.

Practical encouragement and Scriptures for motherhood’s lonely moments

The weird thing about motherhood nobody ever talks about is the loneliness. Yes, you’re surrounded nearly constantly by the people who love you and need you most, but even in the middle of the fray, feelings of loneliness can creep in.

It’s a strange kind of lonely in motherhood. Often it comes from feeling unseen, overlooked and even discarded. Maybe you miss the you who is more than a mother. Maybe you want to connect with friends, but you’re all too busy being mom to make anything happen.

Maybe you miss adult conversation, or you long for a friend who truly understands what you’re going through. Maybe you’re carrying silent struggles in your heart and don’t know who you can trust to share them with.

I’ve been there in my own life, mama. I know what it’s like to smile on the outside while feeling lonely on the inside. And the truth is you’re not alone in those feelings. The Bible talks a lot about loneliness and reminds us again and again that even when we feel isolated, God is with us.

Loneliness in motherhood is real — even for us introverts.

That’s why I put together a free Bible reading plan on loneliness and God’s presence. It’s designed especially for Christian moms who need encouragement in this season.

You can download it here, and follow along as we spend the month focusing on Scriptures that remind us we are never truly alone.

But before we jump into the plan, I want to share some of the most encouraging Bible verses about loneliness that have carried me through the quiet, heavy moments of motherhood and reminded me that God’s presence never leaves.

God sees us in our loneliness

One of the hardest parts of loneliness is feeling invisible — like nobody notices what you’re going through. As moms, we pour ourselves out for our families in a hundred unseen ways every day. And while we don’t serve to be noticed, sometimes it hurts to feel like nobody really sees the effort, the exhaustion or the heart behind it all.

The beautiful truth is this: God sees you. Even when others don’t.

God sees the overlooked

“She gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: “You are the God who sees me,” for she said, “I have now seen the One who sees me.”

Genesis 16:13 (NIV)

These words come from Hagar, a servant who was mistreated and cast aside. Alone in the wilderness, she felt abandoned, but God met her there.

He protected her, encouraged her through an angel and promised her son’s descendants would become a nation.

What’s remarkable is that Hagar, a woman with little standing, was the first to call God El Roi, “the God who sees me.” (She was also the first account in the Bible of an angel appearing to a person!)

The same God who noticed Hagar in the desert sees you when you’re wiping counters late at night, folding laundry for the third time in a week or holding it all together when you feel like falling apart.

God knows us completely

“You have searched me, Lord, and you know me. You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely.”

Psalm 139:1-4 (NIV)

God not only sees us like a casual acquaintance would, He knows every part of us inside and out. Throughout your path of life, God has been part of every moment and loving you through it all.

We can lean into the presence of God, knowing He truly understands us. When loneliness whispers you’ve been forgotten, God’s Word whispers back that you are fully known and deeply loved.

God holds us steady

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

This verse has gotten me through one hard time after another ever since I was a child and learned it. The “do not fear” part is what initially drew me.

But, later in life, the second part is what has gotten me. Knowing I am held in the right hand of God being strengthened and helped by Him comforts my heart. Your Father in heaven is holding onto you while you are holding onto your children.

When a feeling of loneliness tries to creep in, remember that you are never alone. Not only is God with you, but you are held in the mighty hand of God.

There is no safer pace to be. His presence is steady, even in difficult seasons.

Mama, you may feel invisible at times, but you are never unseen. God notices you. He values the work you’re doing, both big and small, and He promises to walk beside you every step of the way.

A step for your week

This week, try writing “God sees me” on a sticky note and placing it somewhere you’ll see it often — maybe on the bathroom mirror or next to the kitchen sink. Let it be a daily reminder that even in the loneliest moments of motherhood, you are never out of His sight.

Bible verses about loneliness in the lives of God’s people

Loneliness isn’t new. Even in the pages of the Bible, we see men and women of faith wrestling with deep feelings of isolation. Sometimes, it came in the form of betrayal. Other times, it was discouragement or fear. If you’ve ever felt like no one understands what you’re carrying, you’re in good company.

These biblical figures remind us that loneliness doesn’t mean weakness or failure. It’s part of our experience as human beings. But in every story, God showed up.

Elijah’s loneliness

“He came to a broom bush, sat down under it and prayed that he might die. ‘I have had enough, Lord,’ he said. ‘Take my life; I am no better than my ancestors.’”

1 Kings 19:4 (NIV)

Elijah was a prophet who had just experienced a huge victory on Mount Carmel, proving God’s power over false idols. And yet, right after this incredible high, he ran into the wilderness, exhausted and afraid. He felt so alone that he wanted to give up.

As moms, we can relate to that crash after a big moment — the day after the birthday party you planned, the week after finishing a big project at work, the season of caring for a sick child. Loneliness can sneak in when our strength runs out. But just like with Elijah, God met him where he was. He didn’t scold him. Instead, He provided food, rest and gentle encouragement.

David’s loneliness

“I cry aloud to the Lord; I lift up my voice to the Lord for mercy. I pour out before him my complaint; before him I tell my trouble. When my spirit grows faint within me, it is you who watch over my way. In the path where I walk people have hidden a snare for me. Look and see, there is no one at my right hand; no one is concerned for me. I have no refuge; no one cares for my life.”

Psalm 142:1–4 (NIV)

David knew what it was to be surrounded by people and still feel utterly alone. In many of his Psalms, we hear the raw honesty of his prayers. He admitted when he was hurting and poured out his soul to God.

I remember in the early days of motherhood feeling like I was drowning. And I remember wondering if anyone would even notice if I did.

Because that’s life and the loneliness that can be part of motherhood. David understood this feeling: “no one is concerned for me…no one cares for my life.”

But, he also knew one of the best ways to get through a season like this was complete honesty with God. God’s love is bigger than our complaints and hurts. He already knows what we’re feeling; being honest with Him keeps our relationship strong.

We can be honest about such things as loneliness, frustration, questions and hurt. We don’t have to pretty things up for God. We just have to show up.

Paul’s loneliness

“At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was delivered from the lion’s mouth.”

2 Timothy 4:16–17 (NIV)

These words are written by Paul. This is the same Paul who was formerly Saul. He was persecuting Christians and then had an encounter with God when Christ Jesus appeared to him in a bright light and changed his heart completely.

And now he was being persecuted and imprisoned himself for planting churches and preaching the Word of God. Yet, in one of his darkest times, he was deserted. Those around him left him on his own, but the Lord God stayed with him through every moment.

We don’t have to be going on trial to feel like we’ve been deserted. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t have a friend to call or like you’re carrying motherhood alone, Paul’s words remind us of an unshakable truth: when others walk away, the Lord stands beside us.

Jesus’ loneliness

“Then he said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’”

Matthew 26:38 (NIV)

Even Jesus felt the sting of loneliness. In His deepest moment of anguish in Gethsemane just before His crucifixion, His closest friends couldn’t stay awake to support Him. He cried out to His Father instead.

And our God of all comfort sent an angel to strengthen and comfort His own Son. Even though the love of Christ for us was so strong He was willing to die for us, He still had a broken heart in His own humanity of knowing what was ahead.

Sometimes we can struggle and feel like nobody understands our pain or situation. And that’s a lonely place to live.

The good news is, though, that Jesus understands it all. He’s been there and felt the sting of abandonment. He promises to never leave you in your hour of need.

A step for your week

This week, follow the example of David and Paul by writing out an honest prayer to God. Tell Him exactly how you’re feeling — no filters, no masks. He already knows your heart, but something shifts in us when we lay it bare before Him.

God’s comfort in lonely seasons

One of the sweetest truths in Scripture is that God doesn’t pull away from us when we’re hurting. In fact, His Word tells us He draws near to us in our brokenness. When moments of loneliness feel heavy, God’s presence brings comfort, peace and hope.

God is close to the brokenhearted

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

Psalm 34:18 (NIV)

When we are in the middle of a hard season, we can feel crushed under a heavy weight that won’t lift. But God’s promises — like this one in Psalm 34 — hold true regardless. He comes closer to us when we need Him most.

God’s unending love is drawn to our lonely hearts. He is right in the middle of the ache.

Our mama hearts can break is so many ways. From a toddler tantrum that leaves you exasperated to a teen making a heart-wrenching decision, the challenges of motherhood can leave us feeling alone and disheartened.

God meets us there, not with judgment, but with compassion. The power of the Holy Spirit can soothe and comfort our broken hearts.

God goes with us

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV)

These words were first spoken to the Israelites in the Old Testament as they faced uncertainty, but they are just as true for us today. God goes with us. He doesn’t leave us behind or forget us.

Motherhood is full of moments that feel overwhelming — the diagnosis you weren’t expecting, the sleepless nights that stretch into years, the days when you feel like you’re failing. But God’s promise here is unshakable: you don’t face any of it alone.

We can feel the peace of God even in just knowing He won’t leave us or forget about us. No matter what is going on and what we are facing, He is right there with us.

God gives peace in His presence

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Joshua 1:9 (NIV)

This is a similar verse to the one before. Again, the Israelites need encouragement to walk into God’s promised land. And, again, God is provided it for them.

Discouragement and loneliness often go hand-in-hand. I’ve struggled with both in my own life. They’re the quiet voice saying, “You’re not enough. You’re not on your own. Nobody wants to hear what you have to say.”

But, the love of God speaks differently: “Be strong. Be courageous. I am with you.”

When I’ve walked through seasons of discouragement, this verse has reminded me to lean into God’s presence instead of my own feelings. Feelings come and go, but His presence is steady. And I’m so incredibly thankful for that.

The Holy Spirit is our Comforter

“And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.”

John 14:16–18 (NIV)

In the New Testament, after Jesus’ death and resurrection, He promises that we’ll never be left alone. His promise to leave a comforter for His disciples hold true today for us as well.

Even in the loneliest moments — when the house is quiet, or when it feels like no one understands — His Spirit is with you.

You are not abandoned. You are not unseen. The Spirit of God Himself is your comforter, your advocate and your strength. He is our helper fit for every part of our lives.

A step for your week

When loneliness feels heavy this week, pause for just a minute. Take a deep breath and whisper, “God, thank You that You are with me right now.”

It doesn’t have to be fancy. That simple reminder can shift your heart back toward His presence.

Godly friendships in seasons of loneliness

While God’s presence is always with us, He also designed us to live in community. We weren’t meant to do life alone.

Friendship doesn’t always come easily in the busy years of motherhood, but these Bible verses about friendship and loneliness remind us how life-giving it can be to spend time with God’s people.

Two are better than one

“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 (NIV)

Motherhood has plenty of days where we fall — whether it’s emotionally, spiritually or just plain physically after chasing little ones. Having a Godly friend to help us back up makes the load lighter.

One thing I’ve learned is that often we have to be intentional about friendships. We can’t expect others to always know when we need them or keep pursuing us as friends when we give nothing back.

From a casual friend to a best friend, finding little ways to stay in contact can make a big difference in seasons like this. I’ve been encouraged by a text from a friend saying she was praying for me or by having 20 minutes to chat with a friend unexpectedly.

God reminds us that we really do need each other, especially when loneliness hits.

A friend who loves at all times

“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”

Proverbs 17:17 (NIV)

True friends don’t disappear when life gets messy. They’re the ones who walk with us through sleepless nights, unexpected diagnoses or just the never-ending laundry piles.

As moms, it’s easy to think we don’t have time for friendships. But sometimes friendship isn’t about grand outings or long phone calls; it’s about showing up in small ways. A quick message, a handwritten note or a shared laugh can be the lifeline that reminds another mom she’s not alone.

For example, after a friend of mine had a baby, I spent time at her house, playing with her older children and washing her dishes. It was little, small stuff. But recently she mentioned this to me as something she’s always remembered even now seven years later.

Sometimes just being God’s hands and feet on earth can make a big difference. And serving others with good cheer can also bring hope and healing to our own hearts.

Spurring each other on

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another — and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

Hebrews 10:24–25 (NIV)

Motherhood can be isolating, but the Bible calls us to stay connected. We need encouragement, and we’re also called to be encouragers.

It doesn’t mean we have to lead a Bible study or host big gatherings in our own home. Sometimes it means joining a local mom group, inviting a friend for coffee or even connecting on social media where faith and encouragement are at the center. When we show up for one another, we reflect God’s love in powerful ways.

It can even be taking a moment in the bathroom at Target to distract a fussy baby getting his diaper changed to give his mama just a moment of comfort and fellowship.

A step for your week

This week, ask God to bring one person to mind who may need encouragement. Then reach out. Send a quick text, drop off a note or simply say, “I’m thinking of you today.”

That one small act could be exactly what she needs to know she’s not alone.

Hope in God’s presence when you feel lonely

Loneliness can feel like it will last forever. But the truth is, our present feelings don’t have the final word. God’s promises remind us that He has a bigger story for our lives filled with His presence, peace and everlasting hope.

God is our portion forever

“Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me into glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”

Psalm 73:23–26 (NIV)

Sometimes what we need most in the midst of lonely seasons and difficult times is a reminder that God is with us now and forever. Because while God is our Savior, He is also our best friend.

The end of this passage is perfect for the exhaustion and heartache of motherhood. I look back now at the days after my second child was born and still cannot explain how I survived it physically other than God. He strengthened my heart and my body.

We can rest knowing God’s presence will carry us not just today, but forever.

Nothing can separate us from God’s love

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Romans 8:38–39 (NIV)

Loneliness tries to convince us that we are unloved and unwanted. Because, let’s be frank, sometimes our feelings lie to us.

But Scripture is clear: absolutely nothing can separate us from God’s love. Not our mistakes, not our circumstances, not even our feelings of isolation.

As moms, when our hearts ache for connection, this promise reassures us that we are held by a love that never lets go.

One day God’s presence will wipe away every tear

“And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ‘Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.’”

Revelation 21:3–4 (NIV)

This is the ultimate hope we cling to: a future where loneliness, grief and sorrow are no more. A day is coming when every tear will be wiped away by the very hand of God.

That truth doesn’t erase the pain of loneliness now, but it anchors us in hope. We can face today knowing that eternity with Him is secure — and in that eternity, we’ll never know loneliness again.

A step for your week

Write down one verse of hope (maybe Romans 8:38–39 or Revelation 21:4) and place it somewhere you’ll see it daily. Let it be a reminder that no matter what today holds, God’s presence is your forever promise.

You are never truly alone

Loneliness often shows up in motherhood. It can feel overwhelming to carry so much responsibility while wondering if anyone really sees you. But the good news of Scripture is this: you are never truly alone.

From Hagar in the wilderness to David in the caves, from Paul in prison to Jesus in the garden — God’s presence was there in their loneliness, and His presence is with you in yours. The same God who promises to never leave or forsake His children walks beside you in the messy, beautiful, exhausting, joy-filled journey of motherhood.

If loneliness has been whispering that you’re unseen or forgotten, let God’s Word whisper something different: you are loved, you are noticed and you are never abandoned.

To help you dive deeper into these truths, I created a free reading plan of Bible verses about loneliness. It’s designed especially for moms like you who need encouragement in this season. You can grab your copy here:

And if you’re longing for community, I’d love to invite you to join us in the Christian Moms with Grace Facebook group. It’s a space for encouragement, prayer and connection with other moms who understand the ups and downs of faith-filled motherhood.

You don’t have to walk this road alone. God is with you, and we’d love to walk alongside you, too.

Mama, when the quiet moments feel heavy or the days feel isolating, take heart: your Father in heaven sees you, knows you and holds you close.

10 Bible verses and 3 songs to encourage you on your faith journey

God and I go way back. Honestly, I can’t remember a time in my life without Him, and I’m so thankful for that.

Though I’ve been a Christian for decades, I still have times of wavering faith and trust. I have never turned my back on God.

However, in hard times I have wondered how much I could truly trust Him. I’ve questioned whether my faith was strong enough.

And each time, I learned that I can trust Him completely. I can ask my Lord God for help with strengthening my faith when it starts getting shaky.

If I can turn my eyes to look at Christ Jesus instead of looking around me, my faith and trust are made stronger.

Just like with any relationship, our relationship with God is a day-by-day thing. I don’t mean that as in we need to doubt our salvation, but I do mean that in the way we choose each day (and sometimes each moment) to live in line with God or not.

It’s our choice to make Him a big part of our lives or keep Him tucked away in a small corner of our lives.

A couple of things help me most when my faith and trust in God get shaky: Bible verses and music. I’m encouraged to realized that God clearly knew we’d have moments of weakness and doubt. He knew that we’d struggle with faith and trust.

So He packed the Word of God full of verses to encourage us on our faith journey. God knows our weaknesses as humans, and He loves us anyway.

He gives us the tools we need along the way. It’s just up to us to utilize them.

This list of Bible verses are some of my favorite Bible verses about trusting God and having faith — even in difficult times.

Bible verses about faith and trust

He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”

Matthew 17:20 (NIV)

I love this reminder of what just a teeny, tiny amount of faith can do! Have you seen a grain of mustard seed? They are 0.1 inch in diameter! That’s tiny.

Jesus is telling us here that even if our faith is small, it is still powerful. Can our faith be big? Of course! But even when it isn’t, it is still powerful.

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”

Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)

I struggle with confidence in myself. And sometimes that can influence the confidence I have in God. I can slip into a negative attitude like, “I know God can fix this, but I don’t think He will.” I don’t usually utter those words aloud, but God hears them in my heart.

This powerful Bible verse, though, convicts my heart. Faith is being confident in the God we serve.

I can’t be confident in myself and that I’ll always come out on top, but I can be confident in God’s promises to always be with me and working for my good. God knows what He’s doing and will come out on top.

I am assured and can be hopeful that no matter what life brings, God is there with me. What better description of faith is there?!

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 15:13 (NIV)

Faith and trust really do go hand-in-hand. If we have true faith in the righteousness of God and God’s love for us, then we can trust He will always be with us.

Not only does this verse remind us we can have faith and trust in God, but it also tells us God is a God of hope.

Trusting in Him will bring us joy and peace. And, finally, it reminds us that the power of the Holy Spirit can fill our hearts to overflowing with hope.

“‘Go,’ said Jesus, ‘your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.”

Mark 10:52 (NIV)

This is one example of many in the New Testament where Jesus heals someone based on their faith. They truly believe in Him and His power. He sees our inner being and knows our faith.

Does this mean we, as children of God, will always get what we want? No. Does it mean we will always be healed on earth? Also, no.

But it does mean that God sees you and will reward your faith. It also means our faith is about following Jesus.

Instead of running off to live his life in a way he’d only previously imagined, the former blind man immediately followed the Son of God. He knew where his blessing and healing had come from.

We, too, know where our blessings come from and can put our unwavering faith in Him!

“I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws.”

Psalm 119:30 (NIV)

Faithfulness is a way of life we can choose. We choose faith even when our faith is shaken and wavering. Sometimes when we go through the acts of faithfulness, it grows our faith.

I have had times when my heart just wasn’t into worshipping God. Yet, I found myself drawn along in worship with other believers and before I knew it, God blessed my heart and encouraged me.

Living the life we know God has called us lead will draw us closer to Him, even when we are resistant or out of sorts.

“Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.”

Romans 10:17 (NIV)

I’ve been going to church my entire life. I cannot begin to tell you ever sermon I’ve heard preached or Sunday School lesson I’ve sat through. But, they have all impacted me.

I have been at church services in the midst of tough times and felt the peace of God in my heart.

Being part of the kingdom of God on earth grows and strengthens my faith. This verse plainly tells us that faith comes from hearing the message, which is the word of Christ.

Keep on reading God’s Word, meeting with His people and listening to music that focuses on Him to keep your faith in tact.

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”

Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)

The peace in this verse is like that talked about in Philippians 4:7. It is God’s peace that is beyond our understanding.

When we trust in God, no matter how dire the circumstance is, He can give us peace that doesn’t make any sense. He can bring us comfort and assurance through every moment.

This is one promise of God I cling to in times of uncertainty.

“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

Psalm 9:10 (NIV)

This is a good verse to remember for those times you feel like giving up. I love the reminder to trust in our Father God and in the name of the Lord because He has never left me.

Remembering God’s faithfulness in the past helps me have faith and trust in Him even more in the present.

I have seen the power of God in my time of need in the past, and that gives me more strength and confidence in my Christian walk.

“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”

Psalms 56:3-4 (NIV)

My all-time favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 41:10, which reminds me that God is always with me and I don’t have to be afraid. These verses from God’s Word takes that even a step further.

Not only can we trust in God when we’re afraid and have Him give us peace, but we can rest assured there is nothing of eternal consequence others can do to us.

We sometimes need to hear the perspective that God is so much bigger than the hard times we go through. At the very least, we can celebrate the eternal life we have through Christ Jesus.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Trusting in God looks like letting go of trying to make sense of things. If we are leaning on His understanding, then we are not leaning on our own. Faith and trust often don’t make a lot of logical sense.

As we choose to follow God, we can decide He knows what He’s doing more than we can understand. Many times later on we are able to look back and see why He did things that didn’t makes sense at the time.

Faith and trust through music

When we are struggling with our faith and trust in God, remembering His past faithfulness is helpful. One lesson I have learned is God won’t ever leave me hanging. He has proven time and again that He’s right there with me every step of the way.

I’ve found often the best way for God to speak to my heart is through music. Many times I’ve felt the love of God while listening to and singing praise songs.

A couple of songs have really spoken to me about faith and trust. The first is “Yes He Can” by Cain. I love the message and reminder from this trio that God has always been there in the past and will be now.

Another song that speaks to my heart in so many ways is Bethel Music’s “Goodness of God.” It reminds us how God has always been faithful and so good. It’s one of my favorite songs!

Finally, Andrew Peterson has a song called “Faith to Be Strong” that has been out since 2000 and still inspires and uplifts me. I remember this song really touching my heart after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Sometimes more than anything, we just need to ask God for faith. Our Heavenly Father knows our faith and trust in Him can waver. He is ready to help us with both. It’s OK to be honest with Him about our feelings and ask for help!

Encouraging Scriptures about peace for Christian moms

Ah, peace. As new moms, peace is something we dream about in the midst of crying babies and screaming toddlers.

Yet, Biblical peace is so much more than that. It’s about letting go over the overwhelm and anxiety and living in communion with God.

And there are so many Bible verses about finding peace that inspire us to seek God’s peace for our daily lives. This is exactly the kind of peace we want to cultivate in our homes and in our hearts.

If you’re longing for more peace as a mom – and who isn’t?! – these Bible verses about peace will encourage you. They’re more than just words on a page; they’re God’s promises for us as we navigate motherhood.

Let’s dive into some key Scriptures that teach us how to find and live in peace.

Trusting God for peace

Peace begins with God. As we live with Him, we have greater peace. These verses remind us of the importance for us Christian moms to stay connected to God for peace.

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.”

Isaiah 26:3-4 (NIV)

When we put our full trust in God, we can experience His perfect peace. Our circumstances may shift, but God remains steady and unchanging. By keeping our focus on Him, we can find lasting peace even in uncertain times.

Practical tips

• Start your day by meditating on a verse about trusting God.
• When anxious thoughts arise, replace them with prayers of trust.
• Keep a gratitude journal to remind yourself of God’s faithfulness.

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

John 14:27 (NIV)

Jesus offers us a peace that surpasses worldly understanding. His peace isn’t dependent on our circumstances but on His presence in our lives. When fear or stress creeps in, we can rest in the peace He gives freely.

Practical tips

• Memorize this verse and recite it when you feel anxious.
• Listen to worship music that reminds you of God’s peace.
• Take deep breaths and pray when stress starts to rise.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

God invites us to bring our worries to Him. Instead of letting anxiety take over, we can trade our concerns for His peace by laying them at His feet in prayer.

Practical tips

• Set aside time each day to pray over your worries.
• Write down your prayers and thank God for His peace.
• Practice surrendering control to God, reminding yourself He is in charge.

Peace in the storm

No matter what we do in life, we are always going to have storms come. We’ll have times where everything is upended, and finding peace seems impossible.

In the world, that would be true. But with God anything is possible. Let these verses soothe and calm the storms you face.

“He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, ‘Quiet! Be still!’ Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, ‘Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?’”

Mark 4:39-40 (NIV)

Jesus has power over the storms in our lives, both literal and figurative. When we feel overwhelmed by chaos, we can trust Him to bring calm and stillness to our hearts.

Practical tips

• When chaos hits, pause and ask Jesus to calm your heart.
• Remind yourself that God is in control, even in life’s storms.
• Focus on His past faithfulness to strengthen your faith for the future.

“The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.”

Romans 8:6 (NIV)

Our thoughts shape our emotions and actions. When we focus on God and let His Spirit lead us, we can experience true peace rather than being ruled by fear or worry.

Practical tips

• Read Scripture daily to renew your mind with God’s truth.
• Avoid negativity that stirs up anxiety, like certain social media or news.
• Focus on things that bring peace—like worship, prayer and encouragement.

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

Psalm 46:1 (NIV)

When we face difficulties, God is our safe place. He is always with us, offering strength and protection in every situation.

Practical tips

• Run to God first when difficulties arise, rather than reacting in fear.
• Create a prayer space in your home to remind you of His presence.
• Speak this verse over your life during challenging moments.

Pursuing peace in relationships

Conflict in relationships certainly disturb our peace. We want to make sure that are being intentional about pursuing peace in our relationships with our family, friends and those we encounter.

Let these verses inspire and encourage you to turn to God for help in pursuing peace in relationships.

“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”

Ephesians 4:2-3 (NIV)

Relationships can be messy, but God calls us to pursue peace through humility, patience and love. When we strive for unity, we reflect His heart.

Practical tips

• Practice patience and empathy when conflicts arise.
• Pray for wisdom in difficult conversations.
• Choose words that build others up rather than tear them down.

“Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.”

James 3:18 (NIV)

Living as a peacemaker means actively working to bring peace into our homes and relationships. When we do this, we reflect God’s righteousness.

Practical tips

• Lead by example—demonstrate peace in your interactions.
• Resolve conflicts quickly rather than letting resentment grow.
• Encourage peace by being a source of kindness and understanding.

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”

Colossians 3:13 (NIV)

Forgiveness is a key part of maintaining peace in relationships. When we choose to forgive, we free ourselves from bitterness and allow God’s peace to fill our hearts.

Practical tips

• Ask God to help you forgive those who have wronged you.
• Remember how much you’ve been forgiven by God.
• Let go of resentment and choose grace in difficult moments.

Living in God’s peace daily

We also want to find ways to live in God’s peace daily through the storms, in our relationships and in just the general stress of mom life.

These verses will encourage you to embrace God’s peace on a regular basis and truly feel it in your heart.

“The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.”

Psalm 29:11 (NIV)

God’s peace isn’t something we earn—it’s a gift He freely gives. When we rely on His strength, we can walk in His peace each day.

Practical tips

• Lean on God’s strength when you feel overwhelmed.
• Spend quiet time with God to refresh your spirit.
• Speak His peace over your home each day.

“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”

2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)

God’s peace is constant and available in every situation. No matter what we face, we can trust that His peace is with us.

Practical tips

• Begin and end each day with a prayer for peace.
• Speak Scripture over your heart when anxiety arises.
• Trust that God’s peace is available in every situation.
• Final Encouragement

“The fruit of that righteousness will be peace; its effect will be quietness and confidence forever.”

Isaiah 32:17

God’s peace is a result of righteousness. When we follow His ways, we experience deep, lasting peace.

Practical tips

• Seek to live righteously by aligning your actions with God’s Word.
• Trust in God’s promises, even when life feels uncertain.
• Embrace quiet moments with God to strengthen your confidence in Him.

Use the free Bible reading plan about peace

To go even deeper into Bible verses about peace, check out the free 31-day Bible reading plan all about peace. It includes a couple of verses per day and reflection questions to help you draw closer to God and embrace more peace in your life.

Be sure to join the Christian Moms with Grace private Facebook group where we talk all about our monthly reading plans and lots of other spiritual and practical motherhood topics!

As moms, we may not always feel peaceful, but we can rest in the truth that God’s peace is always available to us. By trusting Him, praying through our worries and choosing to cultivate peace in our hearts and homes, we can experience the deep and lasting peace He promises.

If you’re looking for even more free Bible reading plans, you can find all of them here:

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Encouragement for moms amid life’s chaos

Hope. It’s a word we toss around a lot, but when life feels overwhelming, it’s also something we desperately crave.

As moms, we juggle so much—kids’ schedules, household responsibilities, work, relationships and our own personal struggles. Add in moments of doubt or hardship, and hope can sometimes feel distant or even impossible.

But lot of Bible verses about hope in God’s Word remind us hope isn’t just wishful thinking; it’s a firm anchor for our souls.

What is hope?

Biblically, hope is a confident expectation in God’s promises. It’s not about crossing our fingers and wishing for good things to happen.

It’s about knowing that God is faithful, even when life is messy. Romans 15:13 beautifully expresses this:

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

This hope is not dependent on our circumstances but on God’s unchanging character. When we feel weary or overwhelmed, we can lean into this truth.

Why do moms struggle with hope?

Let’s be honest. As moms, life often feels like a hamster wheel, and the constant busyness can make us feel drained.

It’s hard to hold on to hope when everything seems chaotic or when prayers go unanswered. We might even wonder if God sees our struggles.

But in these moments, hope is precisely what we need. It’s what shifts our focus from our problems to God’s promises. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us:

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”

How to cultivate hope in daily life

We know that hope is important, and we want to lean into the hope of God. There are a few ways we can be intentional about living in more hope daily.

Stay rooted in Scripture.

Spending even a few minutes in God’s Word can fill our hearts with hope. That’s why I’ve put together a variety of free Bible reading plans for moms that use just a verse or two a day.

You can spend the next 31 days focusing on Bible verses about hope in small, manageable chunks of Scripture. We all need reminders of God’s faithfulness to carry us through our hectic days.

Pray with expectation.

Prayer is our lifeline to God. It doesn’t have to be elaborate or lengthy—a simple cry for help or a whispered “thank you” is enough.

Through prayer, we can cast our worries on Him and trust that He is working, even when we can’t see it. And when we focus on God in prayer, we are more inclined to be filled with more hope in Him.

Surround yourself with encouragement.

Whether it’s a verse on your bathroom mirror or a friend who texts you prayers, find ways to keep hope visible. Community is vital, and sharing burdens with others can lighten the load.

Consider joining my online community of Christian moms in the free and private Facebook group, Christian Moms with Grace. It’s a great place to find encouragement.

Plus, we discuss the simple reading plan each month and take a deeper dive a few times a year as well to help you stay connected to God while also connecting with other Christian mamas like you.

Look for God in everyday moments

Hope grows when we acknowledge God’s goodness in the small things. Did you see a breathtaking sunrise? Was your child unexpectedly kind?

These glimpses of grace are reminders of His love. Take time throughout the day to appreciate these blessings in the moment.

A free reading plan for hope

This month, I’ve created a 31-day Bible reading plan on hope, designed with busy moms in mind. Each week has a specific theme—from finding hope in hard times to sharing hope with others—and includes reflection questions to help you dig deeper.

My prayer is that this plan will not only help you grow in faith but also remind you that you are never alone in your struggles. These Bible verses about hope will encourage and uplift you daily.

Let’s lean into the hope God offers. When we do, we’ll find that even in our toughest moments, His promises hold us steady. So take a breath, grab your Bible and let’s walk this journey of hope together.

7 Bible verses about hope for the future to encourage moms

From the time we find out we’re pregnant, we moms think about the future and our children. And we may find ourselves stressing out with worries about what the future will hold. 

Turning to the Word of God is always helpful in times like these. I’ve pulled together seven of the best Bible verses about hope for the future that remind us mamas of God’s promises and faithfulness — no matter what the future holds.

It’s easy to put together a collection of Bible verses and declare they’ll help in whatever hard times you’re facing. But, let’s dig deeper into these verses to find the ultimate hope we have for the future in God. 

I’ve got some practical ways you can apply some of my favorite Scriptures into your daily life to grow in Christian hope and rest in God’s love.

This post is part of the “Grace-Filled Stress Relief” free Bible study for moms. Find all the details here:

Hebrews 10:24-25

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

Besides having the encouragement of the Scriptures, we also need encouragement from others around us. God’s intentions for us are to live in community with one another. We can do that in a variety of ways.

We must be part of a fellow community of believers. Find a church based on God’s Word and get involved.

This advice is something we hear a lot. Find believers; get involved. 

I don’t say that flippantly. As a quiet person, who is also an introvert, I know the struggle is real. I’ve been let down by God’s children often throughout my decades as a Christian.

But, God tells us to not give up meeting together. It won’t always be easy. People will let you down and even hurt your feelings. Don’t let any of that stop you.

We serve a God of hope who has good plans for each of us. Seek Him and be open to where He leads you.

Be patient.

This year, I turned 45. Having been in church my entire life and asking Jesus into my heart at age 10, I’ve been around a lot of Christians through the years. A lot!

Yet, it wasn’t until recently that I truly learned what Christian community in practice can really be like. Our Heavenly Father led us to a new church after years at the church we were at.

And, this has been such a blessing to my family. I truly understand the feeling of family at church in ways I never had previously. 

I tell you this to say don’t give up hope if it doesn’t come easy or doesn’t come right away. It may take a little while — or a long while. But there is a community of believers out there waiting for you to join them.

Find what works in your season.

I also want to mention that some phases of life and motherhood make finding a community of believers really difficult. Getting out of the house on Sunday mornings with little kids who are constantly sick or struggling is hard.

Don’t let that stop you from finding other believers you can connect with. Some seasons require us to get a bit more creative in seeking out others. 

Find a group of fellow Christian moms online to connect with. Reach out to Christian family members.

Be intentional about going after and building a community of faith to encourage you today and help strengthen your Biblical hope in the unfailing love of God.

When my children were really young, I was part of a small Bible study group with three other ladies who met weekly in a home. It wasn’t a church service, but we sincerely sought God together and lifted each other up in prayer. 

It was perfect for that season of my life.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”

This verse comes from Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ. He is instructing the church in Thessalonica on how to live and continue to grow in their walk with God. 

A little gratitude can go a long way when we are overwhelmed and worried. Gratitude shifts our focus off the problem.

Even in looking to the future, we can have an attitude of gratitude in knowing no matter what the future holds, God will be present and faithful.

Thank God.

Make thanking God part of your daily routine. Maybe during your prayer time or other times, take a moment to reflect on and thank God for the blessings He’s given you now.

Thank Him for future blessings you don’t even know about, yet. Doing so will help you remember God is just as much part of your future as He is your present and was your past.

Keeping a gratitude journal can be a great way to do stay intentional with gratitude.

Check out these additional resources about gratitude:

• A gratitude and prayer journal for Christian women
• Develop an attitude of gratitude (with free printable worksheets)
• Bible verses about gratitude
• 24 Free Scripture cards about gratitude

Make time for praise.

Worrying about the present or future is pretty much impossible when you’re praising God. Find ways to make praise part of your daily routine.

You can spend time praising God in prayer, listening to praise music or praising God as a family at the dinner table. Or do a combination of all these things.

You can find Families with Grace on Spotify with a playlist of Christian praise music to get you started!

Proverbs 16:9

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

I’m a planner by nature. In fact, as I type this I have a physical planner sitting to the left of me and a digital planner pulled up on the screen beside me.

Oh, and my family’s weekly planner is sitting on the printer for me to post on the fridge.

So, yeah. I plan. A lot. I love lists and calendars. They soothe me and make me feel in control.

But, I’ve found the control I feel in my human mind isn’t real control at all. It’s basically an illusion.

All the to-do lists in the world can’t stop my children from getting sick and disrupting my plans. Unchangeable things happen. Weather, sickness, loss and more interrupt our plans.

I’ve learned uncertain times in my own life are not all uncertain or surprising to God. 

Don’t forget the past.

When life does go sideways, I find strong encouragement in remembering the past and how God has brought me through each and every challenge.

Taking time to dwell on the goodness of God in the strife of life is important and gives us a future hope in knowing God will be with us every step of the way. He always been faithful, and He won’t stop now.

Trust in the good things God has for you.

Another way I’ve found to encourage myself when my plans don’t come to fruition is to know and trust God wants and has good things for me both in the present and the future.

Because even when times are hard or uncertain, I am surrounded by the blessings of God. When life is really difficult and finding hope for the future is beyond our understanding, then we can at least find hope in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

I’ll never forget one of my lowest moments when I was at church, saw the cross and felt God reminding me that when everything was falling apart, I could always fall back on the hope of salvation and love of Jesus.

Isaiah 41:10

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

This verse — oh, this verse! It is one of the very first Bible verses I ever memorized as a child. I truly believe the power of the Holy Spirit kept this verse on my mind and in my heart.

Life is scary. Looking at the future is scary. Yet, God is with us — always. 

I clung to the first part of this verse most when I was a child and afraid of unknown things in the dark. When I got older, I learned the rest of the verse, and the hope it has given me is beyond my own understanding.

Because not only can I let go of fear and trust God is on top of things, I can also lean into and rely on His strength, help and protection. I can imagine no safer place than in the right hand of God.

Memorize a helpful verse.

This verse may not be your verse, so to speak, like it is for me. But find a Bible verse to remind you of the Lord’s great love and His perfect peace.

If you’re not sure what verse is right for you, pray and ask God to guide you and open the eyes of your heart to find the verse He has for you. 

Write it out, post it on your mirror, recite it over and over or whatever you need to do to dwell on and remember the verse. Our God is a God of living hope and His Word reminds us of this throughout both the Old Testament and New Testament.

Check out these posts full of Bible verses for some ideas as well.

Visualize yourself with God.

Another thing I’ve done with this verse in particular is visualize myself resting in God’s hand. It may sound a bit silly, but it brings me comfort to know Someone bigger than me who is trustworthy is on duty when I feel like I can’t go on.

Find an image that brings you peace and comfort from our Heavenly Father. Close your eyes and imagine that when you start to feel overwhelmed in life. 

Ask God to give you thoughts of peace in the midst of the struggle and worry.

Psalm 100:5

“For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”

If I think about all God has brought me through in my life, I can see the great mercy of God and the steadfast love of the Lord. I praise Him for that and am so thankful.

Somehow, I am even more thankful God is merciful, faithful and loving to my children. Knowing not only is God good and constant, but He will be there for my children and future generations makes me want to shout for joy.

As moms, we want good for our children, just as our Heavenly Father does for us. We can trust Him to take care of our children even when we can’t.

Pray over and for your children.

The Lord delights in the love of His children, which includes our own children. Pray over and for your kids to know God personally. 

Nothing matters more than helping our children grow in and build a relationship with God. Prayer is foundational for this.

Check out “14 Powerful prayers to pray for your school children” for more inspiration.

Stand on God’s promise of faithfulness.

During those times when you do feel overwhelmed and worried about what the future holds for your children, stand on promises like the one in this verse.

God has been faithful to every generation since Adam and Eve. He will continue to be faithful to your children’s generation and beyond.

Psalm 37:5

“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”

These words from King David in the Bible are encouraging. In fact, the verses following this one go on to talk about how God will reward our righteousness, and we don’t have to worry when wicked seems to be prevailing.

Just a little faith can go a long way. In fact, David, who was called a man after God’s own heart, had his own faith struggles.

Throughout the book of Psalms, we see David’s emotions go up and down as he wavers and wonders.

But he always comes back to the Lord God, who never lets him down, just as He never lets us down.

Keep going on your faith walk.

When we feel overwhelmed, stressed, discouraged and fearful of the future, it’s easy to start pulling away from God. We can find ourselves resisting going to church, reading the Bible, praying and more.

Yet, these are the very times we need to keep going and commit our way to God. Even when you feel like you may only be going through the motions, don’t stop. 

Those motions will eventually lead you right to your Savior Jesus Christ who is patiently waiting for you to get back in line with Him.

Don’t get ahead of yourself.

It can be hard to not try to fix things ourselves. We think we know what’s best most of the time, and perhaps especially for our children.

This verse reminds us God doesn’t expect us to have all the answers. We just need to commit ourselves to Him and have faith in Him. 

He will do the rest.

Philippians 1:6

“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

We’ve all started projects and not finished them. Or we’ve delayed working on them. Life gets busy and other things take precedence.

God is not the same. He has a work of faith going in you, and He won’t stop until the end. He doesn’t get distracted or sidetracked by life.

Remember God is working in your children’s lives.

Just as God will remain faithful to carry out the good work in our lives, He will do so for our children as well. We can trust and rest in that promise firmly.

Along with having the hope of eternal life for ourselves and our children, we also have the hope of God’s faithfulness and help every step of the way until we get there. 

We can be encouraged to know God won’t forget about the good work He started in our children, even when we see them falling short.

Think in the long-term.

Thinking in the long-term sounds a bit counterintuitive when we are talking about not having fear for the future. But, let me explain.

Sometimes we can get caught up in our present sufferings and things we see coming right away. God, however, sees the big picture beyond what we can see.

So thinking in the long-term can help us have perspective about whatever we’re currently facing. We have the hope of glory no matter what happens.

For example, I’ve gained a lot of perspective in life as I’ve grown. Teenage me found small things to be a much bigger deal than adult me does, because I’ve got more perspective.

If we can wrap our minds just a bit around the long-term plan of living for God, then we can more easily let our earthly worries and fears dissipate.

Powerful Scriptures for the overwhelmed mom

Scriptures for encouragement on your motherhood journey

You ever have one of those overwhelming days when you question whether you’re even cut out to be a mom? I sure have. This was a challenge as a new mom getting used to motherhood, but even now it remains a challenge in having children in middle and high school.

The truth is being a mom is hard work. The challenges of motherhood abound from organizing schedules, dealing with laundry, making sure everyone is fed, encouraging our children’s spiritual walk, staying on top of homework and on the list goes.

The good news for us overwhelmed moms is God’s Word has a lot of encouragement for us. I’ve pulled together some of the top Bible verses to encourage your mama heart right where you are.

(Find the link to download the free reading plan at the end of the article.)

The power of the Word of God for moms

I know as a busy mom that getting in time for Bible study is hard and sometimes downright impossible. Some seasons are a bit easier, and some are a lot harder.

I remember the early days as a first-time mom and feeling overwhelmed. I could barely keep up with my personal hygiene, let alone Bible study.

God reminded me time and again that He knew I was a struggling mom, He was with me every step of the way and I needed to give myself grace.

One of the best things I found for those times — and even now as a mom of older kiddos — is simple Bible reading plans. Just reading one or two verses a day gets my mind focused on my Heavenly Father — exactly as it should be!

Practical ways for moms to get in Bible study time

When you’re an overwhelmed mom, even coming up with ideas to read a verse or two a day can seem impossible. I get that! Here are some of my best suggestions for helping work it into your schedule.

1. Pray about it. Seriously! I have many times asked God to show me how to best use my time, including how to work in Bible reading time.
2. Try habit stacking. For example, I pray as I brush my teeth. I read my Bible as I eat breakfast or as I dry my hair.
3. Listen to the Bible instead. If you aren’t a reader, check out the great audio options in the YouVersion Bible app.
4. Use a simple Bible reading plan (like the ones I have for you for free!) that you can stick with.
5. Find a Bible translation that you understand and get the most out of.

For more, check out “How to connect with God in the middle of raising a family.”

Top 5 encouraging Bible verses for moms

Ideally, you can spend the entire month reading through 30 of the most inspiring Bible verses to encourage moms. But, I also know there are hard days when you just need encouragement fast. 

So, I’ve pulled out a list of 5 of my favorite verses of encouragement for the difficult times. Read and re-read the following Bible verses whenever you’re struggling and need extra encouragement.

Isaiah 41:10

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

This is one of my very favorite Bible verses of all time. I first learned it in my third grade Sunday School class, and it’s gotten me through so many rough days and hard times.

At first, I was drawn to the first part of the verse to not fear, but as I got older and learned the entire verse, I can no longer pick a favorite part.

Because as a mom, I need the reminder that God is with me, that He will strengthen and help me, and He is holding me tightly. 

Prayer: Dear God, calm my heart today and remind me you are always with me so I don’t have to be afraid. Strengthen and help me in all that I am doing. Lord, I ask that you uphold me firmly in your hand. Thank you for being the God of all comfort I can always turn to. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Philippians 4:13 

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”

One thing we need as mamas is strength. This verse is a terrific reminder of God’s strength and the power of the Holy Spirit to bestow His strength upon us.

From the middle-of-the-night feedings and struggles of new moms to the middle-of-the-night anxieties of moms with teens, God is there to strengthen us.

Just after my youngest was born, I was getting very little sleep. I was averaging around two hours a night at best. 

I cannot tell you now how I managed. It is definitely beyond my own understanding. I just know that God was always faithful to give me strength for each moment.

Prayer: Dear God, I have so many tasks before me. I can feel so easily overwhelmed by them. Give me your strength to get through every moment of my day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Matthew 11:28-29

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

There is nothing more restful than the peace of God, which is what this verse is reminding us of. One of the biggest reasons I get exhausted and overwhelmed is not giving my worries and burdens to God.

Yet, here Christ Jesus Himself is telling us to come to Him when we are too tired to keep moving forward. He will bear our burdens and give us perfect peace and rest for our souls as only God’s unfailing love can do.

It’s incredibly comforting to me to remember that I don’t have to carry all my burdens alone.

Prayer: Dear God, I am weary and burdened. I need your rest today. Teach me and help me to learn from you. Remind me of your unconditional love and provision. Strengthen me as only you can. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Psalm 46:1

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

Knowing that God is there for us and will strengthen us whenever we face trouble is incredibly comforting and encouraging. Even better is that He is there to help us no matter the trouble from struggles with potty training to sending your kiddo off to college.

I love picturing an image of God holding me in his arms when I’m weary and overwhelmed. I imagine being surrounded by God’s love and filled with his strength. 

This verse reminds me of that. Even when I am struggling and don’t feel like I’m doing a good job as a mama, God is right there with me.

Prayer: Dear God, thank you for being our refuge and strength always. Lord, lift me up today and strengthen me. Help me through all of the troubles I face. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Jeremiah 29:11

“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'”

The truth of motherhood is that sometimes we lose ourselves. We get so busy taking care of others that we slowly ebb away.

But, mama, God hasn’t forgotten about you. He has plans for your life — and they are good plans! 

He knows you are doing the good work of raising your children. He sees your sincere faith and your mother’s love that pours into her children every single day.

Our loving God knows motherhood is a high calling, and He doesn’t take it lightly.

He sees you. He wants to give you hope and a future. These days won’t last forever. Eventually, you’ll get back to being a version of yourself.

You won’t be exactly as you were before motherhood, because motherhood changes us in our inmost being. We evolve and grow, just as God planned for us.

Prayer: Dear God, thank you for having plans for my life that are good. Some days right now, it’s hard to see them. Remind me of the hope and future I have in you. Give me greater joy as I go through my day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A free reading plan

The Bible is filled with so many other related Scripture quotes to encourage and uplift us. This simple reading plan will take you through 30 such verses by reading just one or two a day.

Download the PDF and print it out or use it on your phone or other device — whatever is easiest for you.

The PDF also includes reflection questions for each week’s topic. The weekly topics include the following:

• Strength in God
• Peace in God
• Hope in the Lord
• Rest in God’s love
• God’s promises

Grow in prayer

The reading plan also includes a prayer for the months relating to encouragement for moms. Sometimes even knowing what to pray and putting thoughts together is hard in the middle of motherhood. 

You’ll also find a page to list prayers and praises for the month. This is a great way to keep a prayer journal and be able to look back later and see how God has been working in your life.

Additional ways to grow in faith

Sometimes you might find yourself with more time. Or maybe you’re like I am with older kiddos in school.

There are some other great ways to meditate on these verses.

• Read the verse out loud multiple times, emphasizing the words in different ways each time.
• Pick a verse a week (or month) and memorize it.
• Write the Bible verse by hand.
• Dig deeper and find out the full context of shorter Scripture quotes.
• Involve your whole family by having a verse of the week for everyone.

A final word of encouragement

When it comes to Bible study and getting into the Word of God, we need to make it a priority while also giving ourselves grace.

The truth is some days are just harder to find a moment of quiet time than others. I recently had one of those days myself with a sick child. The next day, I had more time and got caught up.

Your motherhood journey isn’t one you were meant to go on alone. Get into God’s Word, feel His presence and find encouragement!

If you’re looking to connect with other Christian moms like you, be sure to check out our private Facebook group, Christian Moms with Grace, where we have daily discussions to encourage one another along the way!

Don’t miss these other encouraging posts for Christian moms:

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Encouragement for when you feel like you’re failing God

To the mom who is overwhelmed

20 Encouraging Bible verses about peace of mind

Comforting Scriptures for when you need inner peace

In modern society, we talk about living in times of war or peace. Peace in the Bible, however, isn’t about the absence of conflict but is about the presence of something – or Someone – who brings wholeness and wellbeing.

Fortunately, there are many Bible verses about peace of mind that can encourage us and remind us of God’s perspective on peace. They remind us we can have God’s peace regardless of what is going on around us in the world or in our daily lives.

As a mom, sometimes I have longed for literal peace and quiet, but this goes deeper to peace of our soul, hearts and minds. And that is the perfect peace that only comes through God’s presence in our lives.

Knowing that Biblical peace comes from the presence of God coincides directly with the Fruit of the Spirit. We can only live out and display the Fruits of the Spirit by walking with the Spirit – walking with God. And God is the one whose presence gives us true peace of mind.

So, simply striving to walk with God and live out the Fruits of the Spirit through the power of the Holy Spirit leads to peace. Having peace with God not only leads to living in connection with Him, but also living in harmony with others — including our own families.

Sources of great peace​

As we talk about the concept of peace and God’s promises for times of trouble, we have to turn to the Word of God to find out the sources of peace available to us.

​Unsurprisingly, the words of Jesus teach us a lot about peace. 

Jesus talked about peace often with His followers. Those messages apply to our lives today. 

During His final dinner with His disciples before His Crucifixion, Jesus told them about the coming of the Holy Spirit – or Comforter – who would follow Him. 

Jesus was assuring His disciples that though He wouldn’t always be physically with them, they could have peace and rest in the Holy Spirit and in knowing Jesus was stronger than anything the world could throw at Him. 

These things remain true for us today.

Thieves of peace​

Just as we have sources of great peace, we also battle thieves of peace. I’m sure you’re as familiar with them as I am.

​We don’t have to look far to find strife and struggle in the world around us. It’s everywhere.

Envy and selfish ambition steal our peace. And both these things have a root in our own desires. 

I’ve struggled with looking at someone else and thinking their life was so easy or what they had was better than what I had, even though I worked harder. During those times, I’ve never felt peace.

However, when I instead focus on God and His wisdom, I feel much more peace and goodness. Simply keeping our minds on heaven will instill in us traits very closely related to the Fruits of the Spirit like being considerate, submissive, full of mercy, producing good work, being impartial and being sincere. It all starts with keeping our focus on God.

Bible verses about peace of mind

“Peace” appears in the King James version of the Bible 429 times. While wordings differ from one translation to another, this is still a high number no matter what.

The good news is there are more verses about “peace” than there are days in the year. Our Father knows we need reminders constantly of His peace.

(Find a link near the end of the post to download these verses as a PDF.)

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” — Galatians 5:22-23 (ESV)

The verses preceding these tell us of the desires of the flesh before explaining the good fruits that come from God and the Holy Spirit. Walking in step with the Holy Spirit and His fruits strengthens us in our relationship with God and with those around us.

I am a better wife, mother, friend, daughter and person when I am walking in the Fruit of the Spirit.

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” — Colossians 3:15 (NIV)

God’s Word reminds us that we serve a God of peace who has called us to live peaceful lives as well. Part of living in peace is being thankful.

​As we focus on the blessings of God — in both hard times and good times — we have more peace from our Heavenly Father.

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” — Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)​

Trusting in God gives us peace and assurance. We can relax in Him and feel His peace.

In this verse from the Old Testament, Isaiah is talking with the Israelites about their future and the work God would do in them if they followed Him. These words explain well how to have peace individually.

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” — John 14:27 (NIV)​

Christ Jesus uses these words to remind us that through our Heavenly Father, we are able to have peace beyond what is possible in the world.

Even when we are in stressful situations and dealing with a worried heart, Jesus gives us peace and a reminder that He is on the throne and in control.

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33 (NIV)​

I love God’s promise here that He is always with us. We can have peace through God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit even in the midst of trouble. 

​Jesus doesn’t gloss over the fact that life is hard, and we’ll face trials. But He does encourage us to keep going because He is greater than anything we face.

“For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” — James 3:16-18 (NIV)​

After being pure, wisdom from heaven is peace-loving. It goes against envy, selfish ambition and evil practices, which are certainly the opposite of peace.

Instead, these verses tell us living and sowing in peace will have great results in our lives. As Christian moms, we most want to sow faith in peace with our children so that later we can rest in the effect of righteousness as they walk with God themselves.

“Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of spirits and live! They disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” — Hebrews 12:9-11 (NIV)​

Discipline is hard on both sides. As a parent, I must really love and be invested in my children to discipline them. I must put myself and my own needs aside to do what’s best for them. 

Growing up, I had to endure discipline from my own parents. I can look back on that now and be thankful, but I can assure you I didn’t feel so thankful at the time! Sometimes God needs to discipline us and work in our lives so that in the end we can have peace.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication 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 minds in Christ Jesus. — Philippians 4:6-7 (ESV)​

Living a life filled with God’s peace in a chaotic world sounds awesome. It also sounds challenging and perhaps unattainable. But just like with all the Fruits of the Spirit, God gives us instructions for how to best live them out.

By praying, submitting to God and giving Him thanks, we receive His peace which is beyond our own understanding. 

“The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” — Numbers 6:26 (NIV)​

This verse is part of a blessing the Lord gave to Moses to use for the Israelites — His chosen people. I can think of no greater blessing than to have God turn his face toward me and give me peace.

Indeed, as believers we can enjoy God’s favor and peace. In turn, that gives us strength to be the people — and moms — He has created us to be.

“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — Romans 5:1 (ESV)

The Apostle Paul is reminding us in this verse that our very Christian faith allows us to have peace with God. Jesus came so that we may be connected closer to the Father and understand more fully God’s love for us.

He is truly a God of hope who longs for us to have peace in the middle of struggle.

“Consider the blameless, observe the upright; a future awaits those who seek peace.” — Psalm 37:37 (NIV)​

In Jeremiah 29:11, God tells us that He has a hope and a future for each of us. This verse follows right along those lines.

When we pursue peace, we are assured of a future and hope with God.

“For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility.” — Ephesians 2:14 (ESV)​

Jesus broke down all the walls dividing people. No longer was faith and God just for a select few. The arrival of Jesus showed that God is for all of us.

Jesus Himself is our peace just in knowing that through Him we have favor with God.

“They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.” — 1 Peter 3:11 (NIV)​

Not only can and will God give us peace, but it is OK for us to pursue it through Him. And one of the ways we do that is by turning from evil to do the good things of God.

When we are living lives for God, we can more easily have His peace no matter what is going on.

“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.” — 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)

What a powerful way for Paul to end his letter to the church of Thessalonica. This blessing is one we can pray for ourselves and pray over our families.

“God, give my family and me peace at all times and in every way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

“If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” — Romans 12:18 (NIV)​

We want to live with God’s peace within ourselves, but for peace in our whole spirit, we must do our best to live at peace with everyone as well.

One small way to do this is focusing on the positive attributes of those around us instead of the negative ones. One small attitude shift can make a difference in how we respond to others.

“Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.” — 2 Corinthians 13:11 (ESV)​

In order to live in peace with others, Paul tells us to work on our relationships. If there is division, seek restoration. Comfort those who are hurting.

Doing such things allows for the peace of God to rule in our lives in every way.

“The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.” — Psalm 29:11 (NIV)

​This verse can also easily become a pray for ourselves and our families.

“Lord, give my family and me strength. Bless us with peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” — Isaiah 9:6​

This Bible verse often gets relegated to the Christmas season and we don’t dwell on it so much outside of December. But, of all the names given to Jesus, one of them is the “Prince of Peace.”

Peace was important enough to God that he even emphasized it in the attributes of His own Son!

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” — Psalm 4:8 (NIV)​

When I’m dealing with anxiety, one of the times I notice it most is when I’m lying in bed with no distractions. Resting and sleeping are hard to do when we are anxious and upset.

Praying and asking for God to give us His peace in these times is more than OK. I have often pictured myself literally resting in His arms to have peace to sleep.

“‘Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed,’ says the Lord, who has compassion on you.” — Isaiah 54:10 (NIV)

Finally, this verse is reassuring and promising. It reminds us that even when the world around us seems to be crumbling — and we all have seasons like that — the God is not shaken.

He has not forgotten us and is waiting for us to lean into and on Him. God will give us peace beyond what we can understand when we need it most.

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