Endorsements
Praying for our kids is both simpler than we make it and more important than we often realize. Inside these pages, Brooke will help you understand and live out both of those truths in your everyday life. Plus, the Scripture-inspired prayers are a true gift!
Michelle Myers , founder of she works His way
Few things in life can humble you like motherhood can. And yet, how often do we try to white-knuckle our way through it all? Read this gift of a book and learn how to clasp your hands together in a new way: in prayer and praise to the One wholl carry you through.
Hannah Anderson , author of Humble Roots: How Humility Grounds and Nourishes Your Soul
Prayer comes naturally to some, but not to most. And because the words dont flow, or we think we need to follow a formula, we moms end up avoiding the most essential and transforming work we do on behalf of our kids. We dont pray. But Brooke has written a wonderful book that breaks it down and makes prayer not only feel possible but irresistible.
Jeannie Cunnion , author of Mom Set Free and Don t Miss Out
Praying Mom provides the exact encouragement modern moms are searching for. The inspiring prayer examples paired with Bible verse reminders make this book a nightstand-keeper.
Rachel Wojo , author and Speak Up Ministries Growth Groups director
As one who prays daily on the Pray Every Day show, I jump up and down with joy about Brooke McGlothlins heart for prayer. If you long for transformation, particularly in yourself, give yourself the gift of Praying Mom .
Mary DeMuth , author of over 40 books including, Building the Christian Family You Never Had and Ordinary Mom, Extraordinary God
More than a book, this is a field guidea relatable, actionable, and priceless resource for any woman with honest questions and real doubts about prayer.
Katie Westenberg , author and speaker
Brooke McGlothlin is a trusted voice in the world of parenting. She leads with heart, wisdom, and the reminder of the foundational difference prayer makesfor us and for the kids we love.
Sissy Goff , LPC-MHSP, counselor and author of Raising Worry- Free Girls
Many Christian women struggle with their prayer life but are often unsure WHY they are struggling. Brooke fleshes out these stumbling blocks with real-life examples in order to help women move forward with grace, not shame.
Erin Mohring , cofounder, Million Praying Moms
As an almost empty-nest mom of five, I wish Praying Mom had been in my spiritual toolbox all these years. With Brookes encouragement, not only will you draw closer to the Lord, but youll welcome prayer as a life-giving priority on this sacred journey of motherhood.
Jen Schmidt , author of Just Open the Door and Balancing Beauty and Bedlam blog
Working with Brooke and hearing her passion for praying Gods Word transformed my prayer life, and it is now one of my own passions. I cant think of any better ministry than one that teaches women how to better communicate with their God.
Gina L. Smith , mentor mom/writer at Million Praying Moms
The humility and grace that Brooke sprinkles throughout these pages will draw readers in to discover that prayer is every bit as accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding as it is essential.
Monica Swanson , author of Boy Mom and host of The Boy Mom podcast
Praying Mom is the prayer mentor youve always wanted from a mom who absolutely lives this message on her knees.
Stacey Thacker , author of Threadbare Prayer
As a mama to four young children, my heart and mind found rest reading Praying Mom . The biblical foundation Brooke shares is exactly what mothers need to hear.
Maggie Whitley , author and mentor at maggiewhitley.com
Brooke McGlothlin reaches into the heart and hard of motherhood with the encouragement of a friend and the unshakable hope of Scripture.
Becky Keife , author of No Better Mom for the Job and The Simple Difference
If youve wanted to pray more for your kids, but you struggle to know what to pray or how to prayor if prayer is even worth it!you will be so encouraged by reading Praying Mom .
Crystal Paine , New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, and founder of MoneySavingMom.com
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Title Page
Copyright Page
2021 by Brooke McGlothlin
Published by Bethany House Publishers
11400 Hampshire Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55438
www.bethanyhouse.com
Bethany House Publishers is a division of
Baker Publishing Group, Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Ebook edition created 2021
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any meansfor example, electronic, photocopy, recordingwithout the prior written permission of the publisher. The only exception is brief quotations in printed reviews.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is on file at the Library of Congress, Washington, DC.
ISBN 978-1-4934-3166-3
Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations are from the Christian Standard Bible, copyright 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible and CSB are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers.
Scripture quotations identified E S V are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV), copyright 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. ESV Text Edition: 2016
Scripture quotations identified MSG are from THE MESSAGE , copyright 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress. All rights reserved. Represented by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Scripture quotations identified N I V are from THE HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Scripture quotations identified NKJV are from the New King James Version. Copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Scripture quotations identified N L T are from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission.
Scripture quotations identified K J V are from the King James Version of the Bible.
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Dedication
To Jamie, Meg, Erin, and Angiethe Groupies
God gave us each other in a season
when I desperately needed women who would love me
even if they didnt understand me.
You have been the hands and feet of Jesus to me
and my children so many times over the years and,
more than anyone except Cory, have watched me try to follow the Lord in becoming a praying mom.
I love each of you so much.
Contents
Cover
Endorsements
Half Title Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Foreword
Dear Mom
Part One: 7 Challenges for the Praying Mom
1. I Dont Know If My Prayers Really Matter Lord, Help Me Understand My Place in Your Plan
2. I Dont Know What to Pray Lord, Teach Me to Pray Your Word
3. Im Exhausted from Trying to Trust God Lord, I Believe. Help My Unbelief.
4. I Dont Believe God Hears My Prayers Lord, Help Me Learn to Trust You When I Cant See
5. I Cant Pray until I Get My Life Together Lord, Put Me Back Together
6. I Have Small Children. I Cant Even Think, Much Less Pray! Lord, Teach Me to Pray in the Moments of My Day
Part Two: Scripture-Inspired Prayers for Todays Christian Mom
8. Prayers for When You Need Hope