Stressed as a Mom? 5 Truths About God to Help You

Written by BCC Counselor & Spanish Training Coordinator Esther St. John

Stress is real.

I am currently in my second trimester of pregnancy, and every day feels like a marathon of trying to keep my toddler from getting hurt or destroying the house. I look around, and all I see are toys and laundry scattered across the floor. By the time I reach the laundry, lunchtime is already approaching, and I haven’t figured out what to cook.

I feel the tension in my muscles as I waddle through the living room, short of breath, trying to get everything ready for the day. I wish I didn’t have to use the restroom every five minutes or feel like I’m starving every half hour—but then I feel the little kicks inside my belly reminding me that I am growing a human being, and that takes every bit of energy I have.

Someone once said that being pregnant while chasing a toddler should be an Olympic sport. I couldn’t agree more. Stress is real—and it’s only 11:45 a.m.

Every mom experiences stress, though in different ways:

• Some of my friends are trying to get their kids ready for school, balancing endless checklists.
• Some are homeschooling and feeling the weight of responsibility.
• Other moms are watching their teenager drive for the first time, praying for safety.
• Some are dropping off their oldest at college, making sure they have detergent, notebooks, and even a good bar of soap.
• Others are helping adult children plan weddings or welcome their own babies into the world.

No matter the stage of motherhood, stress often feels like an unending wave.

And when those waves rise, our vision grows blurry, and we often respond with desperation—or anger. We live as if we are the helmsman in charge of steering the vessel of life, when in reality, we are passengers fully dependent on our Captain (God).

Here are five truths we must remember about Him (and about ourselves) as we sail through the waters of stress.

1. God Listens to Your Prayers

If you are like me, there have been many times when you rushed through your quiet time because you felt like prayer was keeping you from what “really needs” to get done.

We may not admit it, but often we treat prayer as a waste of time. Instead of acknowledging that we can do nothing apart from Christ (John 15:5), we toss up a quick prayer asking God to follow along with our plans.

Scripture reminds us:

• “My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” (Psalm 121:2)
• “In my distress I called upon the Lord; to my God I cried for help. From his temple he heard my voice.” (Psalm 18:6)
• “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6)

Sister, God hears you. He cares for you (1 Peter 5:7), and no prayer whispered in weakness is wasted.

2. God Is in Control

If you asked me whether my children’s future depends solely on me, I would say “absolutely not.” Yet the way I worry about every outcome reveals that I often live as though it does. I want a spotless home, healthy meals, and intentional playtime—all so my kids grow up secure and strong. But what happens on the messy days, when frozen pizza replaces a healthy dinner and my body needs rest? Stress takes over.

The truth is, no spotless home or carefully crafted plan guarantees my children’s future. Their lives are in the Lord’s hands, not mine. Proverbs 19:21 reminds us, “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.”

Other promises anchor us too:

• “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” (Proverbs 16:9)
• “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good.” (Romans 8:28)
• “Even the hairs of your head are all numbered.” (Luke 12:7)

You can rest knowing that God is Sovereign over your children’s lives.

3. God Provides What You Need

Before our first child was born, we moved to a new state and ministry. We had already paid delivery bills at one hospital, only to learn we would need a new doctor, a new hospital, and a new insurance plan. I remember collapsing in tears when the previous hospital refused to refund us, leaving us financially strained and overwhelmed.

But the Lord provided. Every bill was paid, and every need was met. He showed us once again that He is our Provider.

Scripture makes this truth clear:

• “The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.” (Psalm 34:10)
• “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights.” (James 1:17)
• “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
• “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1)

God’s provision may not always feel like abundance, but it is always enough.

4. God Is Faithful

One of the best ways to withstand stress is to look back at God’s past faithfulness. Psalm 77:11-12 says: “I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old. I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds.”

When we remember God’s goodness, our perspective changes. We are reminded that the same God Who parted the Red Sea, fed Israel in the wilderness, and raised Jesus from the dead is the God Who walks with us today.

Other reminders of His faithfulness:

• “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22–23)
• “He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.” (1 Thessalonians 5:24)
• “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8)

When stress blinds us to the present, remembering His faithfulness brings hope.

5. God Is With You

Perhaps the heaviest burden of stress is the feeling that you are alone. Motherhood can feel isolating, especially when you believe no one else struggles the way you do. However, the truth is that you are never alone.

• “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)
• “And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20)
• “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18)
• “He will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6)

God’s presence is not distant—it is near, personal, and constant. Like Psalm 121 says, He watches over you without sleeping or slumbering.

Conclusion

Stress is real, and it is part of life in a fallen world. The goal is not to escape stress or pretend it doesn’t exist. Instead, we can respond to stress with truth—anchoring our hearts in the God Who listens, Who controls, Who provides, Who is faithful, and Who is always with us.

Life as a mom may feel like rough waters, but our Captain is good, sovereign, and strong. He will carry us—and our families—safely through.