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The Power of Prayer: Transforming Your Family Through Faith

  • Writer: Sharese Lee
    Sharese Lee
  • May 7
  • 4 min read

In the quiet moments of motherhood, when the dishes pile up, the laundry seems endless, and the emotional weight of raising children feels overwhelming, many of us look for a way to catch our breath. We’re juggling so much, and it’s easy to feel like we’re running on empty. But what if I told you that there’s a tool you already possess—something powerful enough to change not just your life, but the lives of your children, your family, and your home?


That tool is prayer.


Prayer for Strength

I’ve been where you are, dear mom—feeling like no matter how much I gave, there was always more to do. I want to share with you how prayer has been the lifeline that has not only helped me survive but truly thrive. And not just survive for the sake of getting through, but to thrive with peace, protection, and purpose.


Why Prayer is Essential in Your Life

As a mom, prayer isn’t just something to do when things are desperate. It’s something we do consistently, a daily lifeline that shapes our families. Think of prayer as planting seeds. Every prayer you offer over your child is like planting a seed of faith, protection, and love. Whether you’re praying for a newborn or an adult child, your prayers are having a lasting impact.

Imagine this: You’re in a beautiful garden, holding a packet of seeds. Each prayer you pray is like planting one of those seeds. With every prayer, you water it with faith and consistency, watching it grow into something beautiful and thriving. Over time, as you nurture these seeds, your children grow into adults who carry the faith and love you prayed into them, even when they face life’s challenges.


The Power of Prayers for Protection and Peace

As moms, we often worry about our children’s safety and well-being. We pray for their health, for emotional strength, and for God’s protection over their lives. Prayer gives us the opportunity to place them into God’s hands, trusting that He will guide and guard them.


One of my favorite scripture-based prayers comes from Psalm 91. I often pray it over my son, asking for God’s protection: “Lord, cover him with Your feathers, and let him find refuge under Your wings.” It’s simple yet profound, a reminder that God’s protection is always near.


There was a time when my son faced a particularly challenging situation in his military service. (a story for another time) My heart was full of fear and worry, but I turned to prayer. I asked God for peace and protection over him. That prayer didn’t just bring peace to my heart—it also strengthened my faith. Against all odds, the situation resolved in a way only God could orchestrate, showing me just how powerful prayer truly is.


Teaching Your Children to Pray

Moms, prayer is caught more than it’s taught. It’s not about having the perfect words or being a perfect example; it’s about being consistent. When your children see you pray, they learn the value of prayer in their own lives.


Start with simple prayers. Maybe a short prayer of thanks at dinner, or a prayer asking God to help them with something they’re struggling with. Even bedtime prayers are an opportunity to show them how to connect with God.


I encourage you to create a family prayer routine. You don’t need to make it elaborate, but gather your children together at the start of the week to pray for the days ahead. Ask them about their highs and lows, and offer prayers for their challenges and victories. This simple practice will strengthen not only your spiritual life but also the bond you share as a family.


Praying Through Hard Times

There will be seasons in your life when prayer becomes your anchor, especially during hard times. Life doesn’t always go as planned, and there will be moments when it feels like the heavens are silent. But I want to remind you of something important—God hears every prayer, every whisper.


I’ll never forget a time as a single mom, overwhelmed and feeling hopeless. I was praying, but it felt like my words were just floating away. Still, I surrendered my fears to God, knowing that He would provide a way. Gradually, He began to heal my heart and give me clarity in my role as a mother. I didn’t see the immediate results, but now, looking back, I see the fruit of those prayers in my son’s life—and in my own life.


Here’s the truth: even when it feels like nothing is happening, God is working behind the scenes. Don’t give up. Keep praying. Keep believing. You are planting seeds in your children’s hearts, and God will nurture them in His time.


You Are More Powerful Than You Realize

I want to leave you with a challenge, dear mom: You are more powerful than you realize. The prayers you offer today will impact not just your children but future generations. You may feel like you’re doing little, but prayer is a mighty force. It’s a tool you can wield to change the trajectory of your family’s story.


Start small. If you’re not in the habit of praying over your children every day, begin with just one minute. You don’t need to be perfect. Just speak from your heart, asking God for His guidance, protection, and peace in their lives.


And if this message resonated with you today, I’d love to hear your story and walk alongside you in this journey of prayer. Please subscribe to my blog for more tips, encouragement, and strategies for transforming your life and the lives of your family through prayer. And if you know another mom who could benefit from this message, share it with her. Together, we can create a community of prayer warriors who will support one another in faith.


Closing Thought

Remember, mom, you are not alone. God has equipped you for this journey, and He’s with you every step of the way. So keep praying, keep believing, and keep it together in His grace.


God bless you, and I’ll be praying for you.



Virtually Done

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