Being a mom is one of the most precious gifts God can give. But if I’m honest—it can be unbelievably hard. I know what it feels like to lie awake at night replaying the day in my head, feeling like I didn’t do enough or be enough for my kids. Or that I am failing at being a good Godly mother. Some days, I feel like I’m barely holding it together, and I can hear the enemy whispering lies, telling me I’m failing, that I’m not cut out for this. Maybe I’m all alone in this, or maybe you’ve heard those lies too.
When I was in the thick of it, a few truths hit home that I want to share to encourage you today. First, remember this: You are made for this. God chose you to be those kids mom because He knew what you were capable of. Second, God never designed us to carry these burdens alone. When you’re at your weakest, God’s strength steps in. Lean into what God says about you, not what the enemy tries to make you believe. Today I want to encourage you to turn these moments of “failure” into a journey toward becoming a strong Godly mother.
The Daily Struggle is Real
There’s a rawness to being a mom that no one can prepare you for. Some days, you’re up at 2 a.m. because one child is crying, and by 6 a.m., the other needs breakfast. Your patience is stretched so thin you don’t recognize yourself anymore. And the guilt? It piles up with each snack, each chore left undone, each time you lose your temper.
I get it—I feel it too. Motherhood has shown me my deepest weaknesses and forced me to confront insecurities I didn’t even know were there. But I’ve learned through this that God’s Word brings a different perspective that meets us right where we are.
The Truth of God’s Word in Our Messy Moments
- God Sees Us as Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
You were made by God with purpose, even when you feel like you’re falling apart. He’s not expecting perfection from you; He just wants your heart. In those moments when you feel unworthy or inadequate, remember that God intentionally designed you to be the mom your kids need. Be reminded of Psalm 139:14, “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” - God’s Strength is Perfect When We Feel Weak
2 Corinthians 12:9 reminds us, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” When we feel like we’re failing, God’s grace is enough. The days we feel weakest are opportunities to experience God’s strength. He’s got us—even when we feel like we’re coming undone. Lean into Him in moments of weakness – He won’t let you down. - God Calls Us to Cast Our Burdens on Him
1 Peter 5:7 says, “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” This verse is my lifeline on hard days. God isn’t asking us to have it all together; He’s asking us to give our burdens to Him. He cares about the sleepless nights, the messy kitchens, the endless laundry, and the heartache of wondering if we’re enough. So those nights you’re up stressing or taking care of the kids – take time to pray and talk to God, I’ve seen how my attitude changes when I do that.
How to Give the Battle Back to God and Grow
- Let Go of Perfection and Let God Lead
I’ve had to learn that it’s okay to not have it all figured out. When I’m struggling, I try to pause and give it back to God, whether in a quick prayer or in a moment of quiet surrender. When we give God the messy parts, He can fill us with His peace and strength. - Lean on Scripture and Community
Keep a list of verses that encourage you, like a personal rescue plan for hard days. Hang them on your mirror or make them your background on your phone. Reach out to other moms who can speak life and truth over you. You don’t have to face this alone. A friend who knows Jesus can remind you of His truth when you can’t hear it through the noise of guilt and doubt. - Let the Challenges Shape You into a Godly Mother
Being a mom will expose your weakest points, but it’s also the very place where God can refine you. Each struggle is an invitation to trust Him more deeply. Each failure is a chance to grow in patience, to love like Jesus, and to rely on His wisdom instead of our own.
You’re Not Alone, and You’re Not Failing
Your worth isn’t defined by a rough day, a burnt dinner, or a moment of impatience. God sees you in your highs and lows, and He’s right there, whispering His truth over you. You were chosen, loved, and equipped to be a Godly mother, not by your strength, but by His.
So take a breath, give your burdens back to God, and let go of the lies. This journey is challenging, but God is here, and He is using even your hardest days to shape you into a mother who reflects His love and grace.