HOW TO GROW SPIRITUALLY AS A BUSY MOM
Motherhood is one of the most rewarding roles a woman can embrace, but it’s also one of the most demanding. The endless cycle of feedings, diaper changes, school runs, and household chores can leave even the most organized mom feeling frazzled. Amidst all these responsibilities, finding time for spiritual growth as a busy mom often takes a back seat. I remember the days when I’d collapse into bed, barely having had a moment to myself, let alone time to connect with God. The days would blur together, and soon I realized that my spiritual life was running on empty.
If you’re a busy mom like me, you’ve likely felt this too—the guilt of not dedicating time to your spiritual journey, the frustration of wanting to grow in your faith but feeling like there are never enough hours in the day. Yet, deep down, we know that spiritual growth as a busy mom is not just a nice-to-have; it’s essential. It’s what keeps us grounded, fills our cup, and allows us to pour love, patience, and kindness into our families. So, how can we, in the midst of our hectic lives, nurture our spiritual lives without feeling overwhelmed?
In this post, I’ll share some practical, relatable tips that have helped me on this journey. These aren’t grand, time-consuming gestures but simple, everyday practices that can fit into even the busiest mom’s schedule. Whether you’re a new mom or juggling multiple kids, these steps can help you reconnect with your faith and find peace in the midst of chaos.
Here are practical tips to help you grow spiritually as a busy mom.
1. Identify and Eliminate Distractions
Life as a mom is full of distractions. Whether it’s social media, household chores, or endless to-do lists, these can easily pull you away from your spiritual life. I found myself scrolling through my phone during those rare quiet moments instead of spending time with God. Once I identified these distractions, I made a conscious effort to put my phone down and focus on my spiritual needs.
2. Get an Accountability Partner
Having someone to encourage and check in on your spiritual growth can make all the difference. My friend and I decided to become each other’s accountability partners. We’d pray together over the phone and discuss what we were learning in our personal Bible studies. This simple act of partnership helped me stay on track and grow stronger in my faith.
3. Pray everywhere
The Bible is in support of praying without ceasing. Develop the habit of speaking to your heavenly Father at all times. It creates a bond and brings you closer to him. Do not wait for a perfect time or place; you might not get that as soon as you want. God is present everywhere, and so every place is perfect.
Prayer doesn’t have to be confined to a specific time or place. I started praying while washing dishes, driving, or even while nursing my baby. These short, consistent conversations with God helped me stay connected to Him throughout the day.
When you need to talk to the Father, do it right away. While cooking, cleaning, tending to your kids, or going to get groceries, pray in your heart. God hears every quiet prayer of our hearts and the silent whispers of our lips. Don’t let any day go by without you talking to God in prayer.
4. Use Spiritual wallpapers
Because your phone is in your hands for most of the day, you can use spiritual quotes and Bible verses as your home and lock screen wallpapers. That way, you’re conscious of your spiritual goals and also feeding your mind with the essential things that will help your faith.
I began using Bible verses and inspirational quotes as the wallpaper on my phone. Every time I unlocked my screen, I was reminded to keep my focus on God. This small change had a big impact on my mindset and kept me grounded in my faith. I also have bible apps that pops scriptures up on my screen at random hours during the day. A little scripture here and there adds up and gives you something to meditate upon in between the busy schedules.
You won’t know how much impact a simple line of the scripture can do for you until you try this. It keeps you focused on God the entire time.
5. Listen to the word.
‘’Faith comes from hearing and hearing the word of God’’. One of the great ways to be in touch with the spirit is listening to the word of God. This can be through Christian tapes, podcasts, music, and teachings any chance you get. As you go about your day, listen to the Bible.
A good time to do this especially is in the car. It’s a perfect time to meditate on what you hear. Many bible mobile apps come in handy. With little time to sit and read, I turned to audio resources. While doing chores, I would listen to sermons, Christian podcasts, or the Bible on apps. This allowed me to feed my spirit even in the busiest moments.
6. Draw up a daily timetable
Creating a simple schedule helped me prioritize time with God. I set aside early mornings or late nights for prayer and Bible study. It wasn’t easy at first, but over time, this routine became a cherished part of my day. Set up a daily timetable for a most convenient time when you can commune with God. These times, ensure that you study the Bible and pray.
Sticking to your timetable helps you draw closer to your maker. There are daily prayer, meditation and bible study apps that could help, having some of these devotional apps on your phone will be of great help.
7. Take baby steps
Spiritual growth as a busy mom is a journey, not a race. Over time, these small, consistent efforts led to significant growth.
When you embark on this journey, do not expect to grow in a flash. Take baby steps till you can walk properly. There might be days you’ll get so busy, there might be times you’ll get so overwhelmed, and you wouldn’t even remember devotion or praying. When this happens, don’t beat yourself up; just pick up from where you stopped and continue. There were days I missed my devotional time, and that’s okay. I learned to be gentle with myself and to pick up where I left off without guilt.
With time, you won’t have to struggle. If you’re consistent, God always makes His grace sufficient for us. Our flesh may be weak; He sees the willingness in our hearts.
8. Be disciplined
You can’t achieve anything worthwhile without discipline, and this is no different. Discipline is key to our spiritual growth as a busy mom. I had to be intentional about my decisions—choosing prayer over extra sleep or Bible study over another episode of my favorite show. This discipline, though challenging, was rewarding. Be disciplined in your approach towards spiritual matters, and you’ll find yourself growing.
9. Attend fellowships
Fellowship with other believers became a lifeline for me. Whether it was a small group at church or an online community, connecting with others who shared my faith provided support and encouragement.
Do not neglect the gathering of the brethren. Create time to fellowship with other children of God. You’ll get better spiritually when you interact with other Christians with the same values and beliefs.
10. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you
You need the help of the Holy Spirit to grow in faith. He’s an ever-present help in times of need. He’s just a prayer away. Ask Him to help you become strong spiritually. Learn to call on Him whenever you are getting overwhelmed or confused. Lean on Him at all times for strength and support and you’ll find yourself making progress.
Whenever I felt overwhelmed, I turned to the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength. This simple prayer for help often brought peace and clarity, reminding me that I’m not alone in this journey.
Conclusion
Spiritual growth as a busy mom is challenging but not impossible. With intentionality and grace, you can find ways to nurture your faith amidst the chaos of motherhood. Remember, His grace is sufficient for you. Keep striving for spiritual growth, even in small ways, and you’ll see how these efforts enrich your life and the lives of those around you.
If you’re looking for more tips on managing the demands of motherhood, check out our article on how to handle being overwhelmed as a mom and how to find encouragement in times of fear.
