Spiritual Mothers

"Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the Word of God." - Titus 2:4-5

Lord,

I thank You for the things women and children can teach one another at all different ages of life. What a wonderful cycle! Today, I pray that You would find ways for me to be involved in mentor-type relationships, whether I am the mentor or am being mentored. No matter the gender of  my baby, I ask that You give me a heart that will instruct purity, kindness, self-control, a submissive spirit, hard-work in the home, and love for You and Your Word. As my child grows older, give him/her mentors and friends that would cultivate a strong relationship with You. Allow my child, in turn, to be a blessing to others. In Your name, amen.

Ultrasound

"But in fact, God has arranged the parts in the body, every one of them, just as He wanted them to be." - 1 Corinthians 12:18

Four Chambers of Heart

Femur

Blood Flow

Spine and Heart

A Nice Kick For Mommy!

GENDER is a SURPRISE!

Praise for Your work

"So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." - Genesis 1:27


God,
Thank You for this baby you are creating. I am so appreciative for the opportunity you gave us to see this child through ultrasound this past week. Your work is so amazing! I pray that You would protect this baby and raise him/her up to be the man or woman that You desire him/her to be. While the enemy would like to strip men and women of their affiliations with their gender, I pray that You would develop a strong sense of godly gender identity in this baby. We praise You for everything You are doing in our lives right now! Amen.

Happy Baby!

3-D Photo

Purity

"But there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed, because these are improper for God's holy people." - Ephesians 5:3

God,
Thank You for giving us direction so that we can fully enjoy life. We know that You only want what is best for us. Lord, help our child to understand that these are our intentions as well. In a culture where purity is almost obsolete, let us be living examples of purity in mind, heart, and deed. Show us where he/she may be receiving messages that are contrary to Your desires, and help us to intervene when it is according to Your will. If he/she falls short in this area, help us to be agents of restoration in his/her life. We ask for wisdom and knowledge in teaching our child about purity and other life-giving character traits. Guide us, Lord. Amen.

Work Ethic

"For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: 'If a man will not work, he shall not eat.'" - 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Dear God,
Thank You for the knowledge, strength, and giftings You have given me. Because of You, I am able to work and accomplish life goals that are important to our family. As I raise this child, I pray that You will help me display a strong work ethic in everything that I do. I pray that our child will be diligent and rewarded for a job well done. Show me, even as he/she is little, what things he/she can do that would encourage him/her to complete a task. Help me to build upon these tasks little by little so that he/she can reap a harvest of helpfulness, consistency, dependability, and diligence. Keeping a healthy balance, however, let our child not find his/her identity in work, but his/her purpose and rest in You. Amen.

Praise to Him

"From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise." - Psalm 8:2

Dear Lord,
I praise You today for everything You are to me and for everything You have given me. You have blessed me spiritually, emotionally, and physically. I thank You for this little baby growing inside of me. I pray that praise would flow from my mouth continually, not only to You, but to everyone around me. Let it radiate into my family, friend groups, career, finances, and community. When I give praise to my child, let it bring life and blessing to him/her. In turn, let this little one understand that praise is something that people of any age can do. Let him/her praise You all of his/her days. Amen.

Giving

"Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." - Luke 6:38

Lord,
Thank You for this principle and precept that we know to be true. I ask today for a heart that will give freely out of love for You and others. Help me to start by giving in my home, where our child can learn by example. I know that it is important to You and to the Kingdom that I give my time, attention, and energy to my family and to others that you call me to serve. Give me the strength and patience to do so, and let our child learn that our purpose in giving is to bring glory to You, the Provider of these things. Amen.

Integrity and Honesty

"May integrity and uprightness protect me, because my hope is in You." - Psalm 25:21

Dear God,
I pray that my son/daugther will rise up to the principles set forth in Your Word. I know that these virtues are impossible for anyone to fully accomplish without Your Spirit living in them. May my child walk close to You, know Your ways, and strive to please You in everything that he/she does. Help honesty and integrity be bound to his/her heart. When there is temptation, let him/her feel warned and Your presence be known. May others who know my child not question his/her integrity, but know him/her by the fruit that he/she bares. Let honesty and integrity flow into every area of his/her life, and let others see Christ radiating through him/her. Amen!

Training Our Child In Him

"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." - Proverbs 22:6

Father,
We realize that parenting is an ongoing process with an ultimate goal in mind. We want to instill in our child a lifetime of dedication to You and a stable Christian walk that will be maintained into adulthood and throughout generations to come. We dedicate all of our efforts to You and ask that you grant us the wisdom, knowledge, and strength we will need to raise this child up in You. Give us the tools we will need when we will need them. Let us not grow weary, but remain steadfast and consistent in our service to You. We ask that You be in charge of our child's life journey. Thank You for Your faithfulness. Amen.

Living as an Act of Worship

"Therefore, I urge you, brother, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual act of worship." - Romans 12:1

Savior,
I thank You today for shedding Your blood on the cross for me and the sins of my baby, who does not yet comprehend his/her need for You. Nonetheless, the price has already been paid by You for his/her salvation. Lord, I want my life be holy and pleasing to You - a spiritual act of worship that represents my gratitude for the price You paid. Holy Spirit, live in me. Help me be a glowing example to my child and to raise him/her in a way that would attract him/her to You. May he/she worship You with his/her life as well. In Jesus' name, amen.

Blessings for Other Expectant Familes

"When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. In a loud voice she exclaimed: "Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear!" - Luke 1:41-42

Heavenly Father,
You continuously amaze me with the wonders of pregnancy. Thank You for all of the blessings You have given me thus far. I ask for similar blessings for my friends and family members that are also expecting. I know that You have a special plan for all of our children, and I pray for Your will to be done in all of their lives. It fuels my joy to know that others are experiencing the work of Your hands, as well. Help us to encourage one another and share in each other's lives and prayers. In Your name, amen.

Authority to Triumph

"I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. However, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven." - Luke 10:19

Lord,
We praise You today for the way that you have been working in our home to prepare for this baby. We know that no matter what we face, now or in the future, You have given us power over the enemy. We can stand firmly on Your Word and give all of our struggles to You. As Your children, we rejoice that our names are written in the Lamb's Book of Life and that we will continue to be empowered through Your Spirit. We love You! Amen.

Glowing in Him

"Those who look to Him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame." - Psalm 34:5

Lord,
Thank You for the love and peace that You have placed inside me. I know that my countenance will show how I am feeling, and I want the world to know that I am Yours and that there is something different about my "pregnancy glow". Help me be conscious of the fact that my face is a window to my heart. As I spend time with You, fill me up with Your glory so that it will shine to others. I love you! Amen.

Powerful and Effective Prayers

"The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." - James 5:16

God,
Thank You for Your master plan! Even when I don't know what to pray for my family, I know that when I come to You, Your Spirit will pray through me and You will work and move on my behalf. No matter what obstacles or difficulties I face, I am confident that if I remain in You, there is hope. I believe that as I act in obedience to pray, You will turn those prays effective. Help me to incorporate this discipline of prayer into my daily life and into the life of our child. Thank You for the power of prayer. Amen.

Obedience in the Lord

"Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right." - Ephesians 6:1

Father,
Thank You for Your call to obedience in Your children. Let that obedience begin in us. Help us to listen to Your prompting when it comes to teaching our child how to obey. Direct us with Your Spirit. When he/she disobeys, show us how to teach and correct him/her effectively in a gentle and loving way. Help us teach our child about the fruitfulness of obedience, and let him/her experience it. We pray that he/she will be obedient to You and Your Word. Give us all strength to make wise choices daily. Amen.

Balanced Home

"Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting with strife." - Proverbs 17:1

Dear Lord,
Thank You for the place that we call home. I pray that our home would be one of order, discipline, renewal, and peace. If there is anything out of order, whether spiritual, physical, or emotional, please guide us to restoration in that area. Help this home to be one of comfort for our family. We commit this place to You and ask for Your presence to be here. Thank You for reigning in our hearts and home! In Jesus' name, amen.