Motherhood has a way of exposing all our insecurities, doesn’t it?
Like every decision is eternal.
Like if we get it wrong today, we’ll ruin tomorrow.
If you're anything like me, you've had moments where you've whispered under your breath,
“What if I’m messing them up?”
“How do I know I’m doing enough?”
“What if I’m messing them up?”
“How do I know I’m doing enough?”
Here’s what I want to remind you (and me):
God never asked us to be flawless. He asked us to be faithful.
God never asked us to be flawless. He asked us to be faithful.
“He will tend his flock like a shepherd;
he will gather the lambs in his arms;
he will carry them in his bosom,
and gently lead those that are with young.”
Isaiah 40:11 isn't just a nice verse. That’s a description of YOUR Heavenly Father, sweet friend.
The Lord isn’t critiquing your performance—He’s gently leading you.
So if you’re in the thick of it today—worn out, unsure, or silently questioning yourself as a mother—here are three ways to shift from fear to faith:
1. Redefine success
Instead of measuring success by outcomes (your child's obedience, behavior, growth charts, or grade levels), ask this instead:
💬 Am I being faithful to teach, love, and point them to Christ?
That’s your job. Not saving them. Not perfect parenting.
Your faithfulness will serve them better than your attempts at being flawless.
2. Let them see you need Jesus too
You don’t have to be the hero in your home—Jesus already is.
Say it out loud:
"Mommy needs grace too."
"I’m sorry. Will you forgive me?"
"I lost my patience, but Jesus is helping me grow."
"Mommy needs grace too."
"I’m sorry. Will you forgive me?"
"I lost my patience, but Jesus is helping me grow."
Your kids don’t need perfection. They need to see repentance in real-time. That’s what forms disciples.
Modeling humility fosters their respect for you, and grows their own humility.
3. Stay rooted in truth
You don’t need more blogs, books, or parenting hacks. You need the Word of God anchoring your heart.
Start small. One chapter a day. Write a verse on a sticky note, or on your phone lock screen.
Let the truth do what only truth can do: renew your mind and steady your spirit.
“He will not let your foot be moved;
he who keeps you will not slumber.” — Psalm 121:3
While you sleep, He watches over you.
While you stir oatmeal, fold laundry, and question everything—you are being kept.
So if today felt messy, pause.
Thank God for His mercy.
And remember this:
His mercies are new every morning—not just for your kids, but for you, too.
His mercies are new every morning—not just for your kids, but for you, too.
You’re not falling behind.
You’re being led.
You’re being led.
You don’t need to do more.
You need to abide more.
You need to abide more.
Take a deep breath.
He’s here in the mess with you.
He’s here in the mess with you.
Let’s Talk About It:
- What lies are you believing about “success” in motherhood?
- What would change if you started each day asking God to lead you gently?
- What Scripture could you cling to this week?
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