How to Find Time for Prayer as a Busy Mom.
As busy moms, we all know how hard it can be to find enough quiet time for prayer. Especially if you are a stay at home mom in the season of infants and toddlers.
Even when your babies are napping in the other room it can be hard to turn off your brain. “Will they wake up soon, was that a noise?” This leads to a distraction in your own mind and thoughts that completely derail your moment in prayer with God. Been there, done that.
If you struggle with finding time with the Lord, free from distractions and noise, these few tips will help you!
What Prayer is not.
First, I want you to look at prayer as an ongoing conversation. Prayer is not a checklist to be completed in a day.
“Don’t be pulled in different directions or worried about a thing. Be saturated in prayer throughout each day, offering your faith-filled requests before God with overflowing gratitude. Tell him every detail of your life,”
Philippians 4:6 TPT
Prayer is an intimate time with our creator showing that we are relying on Him and not ourselves.
Romans 10:11 says when we believe in our Lord, we will not be disappointed.
We must rely, trust, seek, depend and cry out to our God at all times.
Our salvation comes from faith, not by works. So when you pray, enter His courts with thanksgiving and praise and pour out your heart.
Don’t overcomplicate prayer. Just pray.
6 Ways to Find Time for Prayer
Start the Day Right
Every morning you wake is a blessing! Express that thankfulness to God. He has a purpose to fulfill through you.
This can be simply humbling yourself in adoration of the Father as soon as you wake, letting Him know how grateful you are.
Also, take a minute to position yourself for a yielding heart for the new day. What does He want to accomplish?
Keep the Conversation Going
Throughout your day, prayer doesn’t have to stop just because the kids are running wild and you’re being pulled in multiple directions.
Talk to God while you prepare meals, go on walks with your kids, have a few minute sections throughout the day when you can think about what you want to say.
God is with us in our everyday. He is accessible.
As moms, we can feel that to spend time with Him, it has to look a certain way, but the truth is, God meets you where you are.
Involve your Children
What we do and how we present prayer will shape our children’s spiritual foundation.
We are to guide our children and live a life that represents Christ. So by praying with your children and inviting them into this space, you are showing what it means to have the fire of Jesus and Holy Spirit burning within you.
Never be afraid to be bold in front of your children.
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Wake Up Early
This is a great way to get in that quiet time with the Lord that you may long for. Although, not for everyone, it is a great way to spend time in prayer undistracted.
If you do try this, and your kids wake up with you, don’t get discouraged. In a season of littles, waking up before them can be hard. Especially if you have an infant that sleeps in your room and is a light sleeper….ask me how I know, haha!
Waking up before the noise, is a great way to spend uninterrupted time with God, but if it becomes a struggle, it’s ok! Remember, He is with you, just speak to Him where you are.
Stay up Late
For the mamas who need to sleep in because of nursing babies, this one is for you! Even if you co-sleep, you can stay up and pour out your heart to God.
Maybe try leaving the room, but if your baby or toddler won’t have it, just pray where you are. End the day with repentance and thankfulness.
You can also use a book light for prayer journaling before you go to bed for the night.
Bath Breaks
This is another time to squeeze in a quiet moment with God either while the kids are in bed or your husband or care giver is there to help.
Go ahead and run you a bath, because you’re a busy mom and need to relax, and while the tub is filling, get in time with the Lord!
In my home, our closet is in the bathroom so I will go in and shut the door and set a timer(so the water doesn’t overflow) and just have complete stillness before God.
God is With you Everywhere
Being a busy Mom means a season of creativity when it comes to getting in time with God. The good news for the born again believer, He is with you! He sees you!
When we prioritize time with Him we are building up our spirit man within. Not only that but we are bringing Heaven to earth in the things we pray for. It is our job as believers, a command.
Make the time, cut back things of less importance like scrolling social media, or watching your favorite television shows. Time with the Lord is never wasted.
If you are looking for ways to grow in your spiritual walk but stay busy raising children, this post is for you. You can also check out other encouragement posts in motherhood here.
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