When Coffee Isn’t Enough, Prayer Is

Today, I’m tired — not just physically, but mentally. I’m running on an empty cup that even coffee can’t refill. The only thing I can do is pray.

Some people might laugh at me for that, and I’m completely fine with being “uncool.” I will speak my truth — and my truth is this: without faith, I’d be a complete mess. I went from crying into my pillow every night and snapping at my kids, to becoming a calmer, less anxious mom. That change is all because of the grace and glory of God.

But motherhood is hard. Some days it feels like no one is listening, no one really sees you or understands what you’re going through. But God does. He sees your struggles. He feels your heartache.

So many think that when hard times come, it must mean God isn’t listening — but that’s the farthest thing from the truth. He hears our cries and our prayers. Sometimes no answer is still an answer. And other times, there’s that tug on your heart, that gentle knowing of what you need to do.

Like tonight. My heart has been heavy. I don’t know if living paycheck to paycheck will ever end. But I do know this — I need to leave it at His feet and trust that He will walk with me through this journey. I have to remind myself it’s not worth losing my peace over because God has my back. And sometimes, that means picking myself up, dusting myself off, and getting it done… but it always means praying without ceasing.

Tonight, it hit me — yes, I may live paycheck to paycheck, but my home is full of love. We have what we need. My kids’ laughter puts everything into perspective. Things might be hard, but they could always be harder. And in every single moment, prayer will always be the answer.

To all the mamas out there — I hope you find your peace, your rest, and a little good in every day. You are doing amazing. There is light at the end of the tunnel. You are not in this fight alone.

Prayer: Lord, tonight I lift up every weary heart reading these words. Give them peace in the chaos, strength in the struggle, and hope for tomorrow. Remind them that You see them, You love them, and You are working all things for their good. Fill their homes with laughter, their hearts with gratitude, and their minds with calm assurance that they are never alone. Amen.