Mama Bear Prayers

Charity Rios
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A podcast for Moms knee deep in diapers and dishes longing to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Most episodes will be structured like a devotional, beginning with a personal story of motherhood, exploring a Biblical topic and then finishing with a time of personal reflection between the listener and Jesus along with a time of prayer.

  1. 6d ago

    How to Pray for Your Child When They Fail: Turning Failure Into Growth | Ep. 106

    How to Pray for Your Child When They Fail: Turning Failure Into Growth What if your child's failure isn't simply something you need to fix? As mothers, protecting our children is instinctive. When they struggle, make mistakes, experience disappointment, or fail, we may immediately want to step in and make things better. But failure is part of growing up—and it can also become an opportunity for spiritual and character growth. In this episode, Charity Rios encourages moms to bring their children's failures to God in prayer and ask Him to use difficult experiences to develop qualities that will strengthen their children for the future. When our children fail, our first response may be to rescue, correct, or protect them from the consequences. Prayer gives us another response. Instead of only praying for the situation to change, we can pray about what God might be developing in our child's heart through the experience. Failure can become an opportunity to pray for greater faith, adaptability, integrity, and perseverance. Prayer doesn't necessarily mean asking God to prevent every difficult experience our children encounter. Sometimes we can ask God to use those experiences to refine their character and deepen their faith. Rather than seeing failure only as disappointment, moms can begin asking: What might my child learn from this? How can I pray for their heart? What character qualities could God develop through this experience? How can I respond in a way that points my child toward God? Charity introduces the FAIL acronym as a simple way to remember four areas to pray over when your child is experiencing failure. Pray that your child's faith would grow through difficult circumstances. Trials and disappointments can challenge what we believe, but they can also become opportunities for faith to be strengthened and refined. Pray for your child to learn how to respond when things don't go according to plan. Adaptability and resilience help children navigate disappointment, change, mistakes, and unexpected circumstances without giving up. Pray that your child would develop integrity and become someone who can be trusted—even when things don't go their way. Failure can reveal areas where character needs to grow, giving parents an opportunity to pray for honesty, responsibility, and integrity. Pray for perseverance and patience when your child faces difficulty. Growth rarely happens instantly. Learning to endure challenges can help children develop perseverance rather than giving up when something becomes difficult. Before praying for your child, take a moment to slow down. Charity discusses using breath work as a way to become more present and focused before entering prayer. Rather than rushing from one task to another, taking a few intentional breaths can help you quiet your mind and turn your attention toward God. Then bring your child's situation before Him. Instead of immediately asking God to remove the problem, consider praying: “God, what do You want to develop in my child through this experience?” Then pray specifically for their: Faith Adaptability Integrity Perseverance You can also ask God to show you how you should respond as their mother. Your child's failure may feel significant in the moment. But one difficult experience does not define your child's future. As moms, we can bring those moments to God and trust Him with the process of developing our children's character. Your child may not need you to make every failure disappear. Sometimes they need a mother who will pray, stay present, offer wisdom, and trust God to work through the experience. Prayer can change the way we respond to our children's failures. Failure can become an opportunity for character and spiritual growth. Scripture gives moms encouragement and direction during difficult parenting seasons. Breath work can help create space to become still and focused before prayer. Moms can pray specifically for faith, adaptability, integrity, and perseverance.

  2. Sep 22

    How to Pray for Your Child’s Friendships: Wisdom & Godly Friends | Ep. 105

    As moms, we can’t choose every friend our children will have—but we can pray. Our children’s friendships can have a meaningful influence on their character, faith, and spiritual growth. That’s why praying for your child’s friendships is such an important part of our role as moms. In this episode of Mama Bear Prayers, we’re praying for our children to have friendships that encourage them to grow closer to Christ. We’ll look at what Scripture teaches us about friendship and pray for wisdom, discernment, faithful friends, and the courage for our children to be a light in the relationships God places around them. And when friendships change or disappoint us, we’ll remember this: God’s unfailing love is the steady foundation our children can always depend on. One of the most important things we can pray for is wisdom and discernment. In Philippians 1:9–10, Paul prays that love would abound more and more in knowledge and discernment. We can use this as a model for praying over our children as they navigate friendships. Pray that your child will have wisdom to recognize healthy and unhealthy relationships, discernment when making choices, and a growing understanding of what is good and pleasing to God. Rather than simply praying that our children will have lots of friends, we can pray for friendships that help them become more like Christ. What kind of friends should we pray our children will have? The Bible gives us a beautiful picture of friendships marked by love, loyalty, faithfulness, and encouragement. We can pray for friends who: Encourage our children in their faith Help them grow closer to Christ Are loyal and faithful, especially when life gets difficult Speak truth and wisdom into their lives Support them when they struggle Help them become the people God created them to be Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 reminds us of the value of having someone beside us who can help when we fall: “Two are better than one, when one falls, the other helps.” What a beautiful picture to pray over our children’s friendships. As we pray for our children's friends, we can also pray about the kind of friend our child is becoming. Ask God to help your child be loyal, faithful, encouraging, kind, and willing to help others. Pray that your child will be a positive influence and a light in the friendships God brings into their life. Not every friend your child has will share their faith. But we can pray that our children will have the wisdom to navigate those relationships while remaining grounded in Christ. Friendships won't always be easy. Our children may experience conflict, disappointment, rejection, or seasons when friendships change. Those moments can be difficult for a mama bear to watch. But our children's ultimate security doesn't come from having perfect friendships. It comes from knowing the unfailing love of God. Friends may change. Relationships may come and go. But God's love remains steady. So as we pray for our children's friendships, we can place those relationships in God's hands and trust Him with the parts we cannot control. Lord, give my child wisdom and discernment as they navigate friendships. Help them recognize relationships that are unhealthy and give them wisdom to make good choices. Surround them with friends who are faithful, loyal, encouraging, and who help them grow closer to You. Help my child become a faithful and loving friend to others. Give them courage to be a light wherever You place them. And when friendships change or become difficult, remind my child that Your unfailing love is always their steady foundation. Amen. Philippians 1:9–10 — A beautiful prayer for your child's love, knowledge, wisdom, and discernment. Proverbs — Biblical wisdom about the importance of faithful and loyal friendships. Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 — A reminder that good friends can support and help one another when life is difficult. This week, choose one of your child's friendships and intentionally pray over it.

  3. Sep 14

    How to Pray for Your Children in Spiritual Battle | Psalm 118 Prayer | Ep. 104 Ep.

    What do you do when your child is struggling—and you don't know what else to pray? In this episode, Charity Rios walks moms through powerful prayer strategies from Psalm 118 to help you pray over your children's mental, spiritual, and physical struggles with faith and confidence. Psalm 118 gives us powerful images for spiritual battle, including bees that swarm and thorns that burn. Charity explains how these pictures can help you focus your prayers, declare God's promises, and stand in faith when your child is facing something difficult. In this episode, you'll discover how to: Pray intentionally over your children's struggles.Use Psalm 118 as a guide for prayer and spiritual warfare.Use biblical visual imagery to focus your prayers.Declare God's name and promises when praying for your children.Trust God's timing when the answer to prayer doesn't come immediately.Look at rejection and struggle as places where God can build something for His kingdom.When you're praying for your kids and the situation feels overwhelming, you don't have to pray from fear. You can bring your child's struggles before God, stand on His promises, and trust Him with the outcome. Listen in for practical prayer guidance and spiritual encouragement for moms who want to pray boldly and biblically for their children.

  4. Sep 1

    Pray Over Your Child’s Mind: Back-to-School Prayers for Christian Moms| Ep. 103

    Back-to-school season can bring excitement, new opportunities, and also stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges for children. In this encouraging episode, Charity Rios shares powerful, practical prayer strategies for Christian moms who want to pray over their children’s minds, mental health, emotions, and spiritual growth. Discover how praying Scripture over your children can help you stand firmly on God’s promises while intentionally covering their thoughts, emotions, confidence, peace, and mental well-being in prayer. Charity also shares practical ways moms can release physical stress through breathing and shoulder rolls so they can become more present and focused during prayer. Whether your child is heading back to school, navigating childhood anxiety, struggling with stress, or simply needs encouragement and covering in prayer, this episode will equip you with Bible-based prayers and practical encouragement for parenting with faith. You’ll be reminded that your child has the mind of Christ, that God’s Word provides a foundation for mental renewal, and that consistent prayer can play an important role in nurturing your child’s spiritual and emotional well-being. Important Links: Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠ Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠ Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠ Why prayer is such an important piece of your child’s mental healthHow Christian moms can pray specifically over their children’s mindsBible verses and Scripture for renewing your child’s mindPraying against anxiety, fear, stress, and discouragementHow to recognize the importance of children’s mental and emotional healthThe connection between the body, mind, and spiritSimple breathing and shoulder-roll exercises to release stress before prayerPractical ways to pray blessings over your child’s mindEncouragement for moms to keep praying consistentlyHow faith and Scripture can encourage mental and spiritual growth during back-to-school seasonCharity highlights several foundational passages for moms who want to build their prayers around God’s Word: 1 Corinthians 2 — Your child has access to the mind of Christ.Romans 12 — Pray for transformation through the renewing of the mind.Isaiah 26 — Look to God as the source of perfect peace and a steadfast mind.These Scriptures can become part of your everyday prayer routine as you ask God to bring peace, wisdom, mental clarity, emotional strength, and spiritual growth into your child’s life. You don’t have to have the perfect words to pray for your child. Start where you are. Take a breath, release the tension you’re carrying, open God’s Word, and pray His promises over your children. Back-to-school season is an opportunity to cover your children in prayer—not only for their grades and friendships, but also for their minds, emotions, mental health, confidence, peace, and faith. Keep showing up. Keep speaking Scripture. Keep praying. “Keep your roar in prayer and your rest in Jesus.” 00:00 — Introduction to praying for children’s minds00:42 — The importance of prayer during back-to-school season01:26 — Praying for mental sharpness and engagement02:18 — Addressing childhood anxiety and depression through prayer03:14 — Scriptures for renewing the mind: 1 Corinthians 2, Romans 12, Isaiah 2607:50 — Praying specific blessings over your child’s mind09:23 — Encouragement for moms to keep praying daily10:23 — Sharing prayer resources and encouragement for others In This EpisodeScriptures to Pray Over Your ChildrenA Word of Encouragement for MomsChapters

  5. Aug 27

    A Back-to-School Prayer for Your Child’s Protection and Safety | Ep. 102

    School Is in Session Prayer Series: Protection and Safety for Your Child This episode is a guided prayer for moms navigating school-year fears, whether their children are in traditional school, a university model, homeschool, or extracurriculars. Charity Rios explains why protection prayers matter, anchors the prayer in Scripture, and then leads listeners through a repeat-after-me prayer for children, teachers, and school spaces.She also includes a short vagus nerve reset before prayer, making this both a spiritual and calming practical moment for anxious parents.Key topics In this episode, Charity Rios shares why the back-to-school season can stir up fear, even when a child is in a safe and trusted school environment.She explains the difference between perceived control and real trust, especially for parents who feel calmer when their kids are physically close.She grounds the prayer in four Scriptures:Charity clarifies the phrase “pleading the blood of Jesus” and ties it to the authority and power of Christ’s sacrifice.She leads a vagus nerve reset using breathing and body movement to help listeners regulate before prayer.The prayer covers the child’s physical safety, angelic protection, and the authority of Christ over school buildings, property, and home learning spaces.She also prays for teachers, administrators, staff, and homeschool parents, asking for wisdom, salvation for those who do not know Jesus, and fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit for believers.Charity prays that children will walk in the light of Jesus, notice classmates who need encouragement, and bless their teachers through service.The episode closes with an encouragement to share the prayer with another mom so they can agree together in prayer.Timestamps00:00 - Welcome to the School Is in Session prayer series00:38 - Why back-to-school season can trigger fear for moms01:34 - Praying protection over school, homeschool, and daily activities02:29 - How to follow along with the repeat-after-me prayer format03:02 - Standing on Scripture when you do not know what to pray04:06 - Revelation 12:11 and 1 Peter 1:18-19 as the basis for protection05:04 - 1 John 1:5-7 and Psalm 91:11 for light and angelic protection06:01 - Resetting the vagus nerve before prayer06:52 - Step-by-step vagus nerve reset and tapping exercise08:05 - Instructions for the stanza-style prayer08:33 - Praying the blood of Jesus over the child from head to toe09:11 - Asking for strongest angels to guard and protect the child09:29 - Covering school buildings, property, and the home with the blood of Jesus10:09 - Blessing school staff, teachers, administrators, and homeschool parents10:33 - Praying for wisdom, salvation, and fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit11:29 - Asking children to walk in the light and bless classmates and teachers12:18 - Encouragement to forward the prayer and agree with another mom in prayer

  6. Jul 8

    Vacation Overstimulation? Prayer to regulate your mind and body | Ep. 101 | Season 5

    In this episode, Charity shares a relatable “vacation overstimulation” prayer for moms who feel emotionally and physically drained during the busy summer season. She normalizes the stress that can come with family trips, more time together, and heightened kid-related triggers, then gently leads listeners through breathing, scripture, and prayer to help them reset and receive God’s peace.Important Links: Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠ Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠ Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠ Key Takeaways: Summer can intensify stress, triggers, and sibling conflict.It’s normal to feel overstimulated, even during joyful family moments.Jesus offers rest for weary and burdened hearts.Prayer, breathing, and scripture can help calm the mind and body.God gives strength to persevere in doing good.Matthew 11:28–29Galatians 6:9A calming reset with deep breathing and vagus nerve exercisesPrayer for rest from stress and overwhelmPrayer for strength to keep doing good without growing wearyWhat is making my heart feel weary today?Where do I need God’s grace and strength to persevere in doing good?“Jesus is the Prince of Peace and He can bring peace to our minds, our bodies, and our spirits when we just take a moment and ask Him.” Please leave a five-star review and share the episode with a mama friend who may be feeling summer overstimulation.

  7. Jun 30

    America at 250: A Christian Mom's Prayer for Our Children and Country | Ep. 100

    As America celebrates 250 years, many Christian moms are asking an important question: How can I pray for my country and the next generation? In this special 100th episode of Mama Bear Prayers, Charity Rios invites moms to join her in a powerful prayer of intercession for the United States of America. Together, we'll seek God's wisdom, healing, protection, and blessing over our nation, our communities, and our children. Whether you're burdened by the challenges facing our country, concerned about the future your children will inherit, or simply longing to grow deeper in your prayer life, this episode will encourage you to stand in the gap through faith-filled prayer.Important Links: Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠ Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠ Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠ Drawing on biblical principles of intercession, revival, and national healing, Charity leads listeners in praying for God's peace, righteousness, and guidance over America during this historic milestone. If you're a Christian mom who wants to pray more intentionally for your family, your nation, and the next generation, this episode is for you. A special prayer for the United States on its 250th anniversaryHow Christian moms can intercede for America with biblical confidenceWhy prayer matters for the future of our children and familiesScripture-based encouragement for praying during uncertain timesThe connection between personal faith and national revivalGod's call for believers to seek the peace and prosperity of their communitiesPractical ways to make praying for America part of your daily routine2 Chronicles 7:14 — God's promise of healing for a humble and praying peopleJeremiah 29:7 — Seeking the peace and prosperity of the city1 Timothy 2:1–2 — Praying for leaders and those in authorityPsalm 33 12 — Blessed is the nation whose God is the LordMatthew 5:9 — Being peacemakers in a divided world✔ God's protection over our children and families ✔ Wisdom for national, state, and local leaders ✔ Spiritual awakening and revival across America ✔ Unity, healing, and peace in our communities ✔ Strength for churches and Christian families ✔ Courage for believers to live out their faith ✔ God's blessing and guidance for future generations As mothers, we often feel the weight of raising children in a rapidly changing culture. While we cannot control the future, we can faithfully pray for it. Prayer is one of the most powerful ways Christian moms can influence their homes, communities, and nation. When we bring our concerns to God, we are reminded that our hope is not found in circumstances, politics, or culture—but in Christ alone. No prayer is too small. No concern is insignificant. God hears the prayers of mothers who faithfully seek Him on behalf of their children and country. Reflection Questions What concerns do you carry most often about the future of America?How can you intentionally pray for your children this week?Are there leaders, schools, churches, or communities God is calling you to pray for?What would revival look like in your home and community?How can you grow in the habit of daily intercession?Mama Bear Prayers is a Christian podcast helping moms grow in faith, deepen their prayer lives, and find biblical encouragement for motherhood. Through guided prayers, scripture meditation, and practical spiritual encouragement, moms are equipped to pray with confidence for their families, communities, and the world around them. Know a Christian mom who wants to pray more for America, her children, or the next generation? Share this episode and invite her to join this special prayer for our nation. About Mama Bear PrayersShare This Episode

  8. Jun 23

    A Prayer for Trusting God When You're Disappointed | Psalm 73 for Weary Moms | Ep. 99

    Have you ever felt disappointed with God? Maybe you've prayed for healing, answers, restoration, or relief—and things haven't turned out the way you hoped. Perhaps you've found yourself wrestling with bitterness, comparison, resentment, or questions you never expected to ask as a Christian mom. In this gentle guided prayer, Charity Rios walks through the powerful truths of Psalm 73, helping moms process disappointment honestly while rediscovering God's presence, faithfulness, and love. Together, we'll reflect on Scripture, surrender our burdens, repent of bitterness, and remember that even when life feels confusing, God is still guiding us, holding us, and drawing us closer to Him. Important Links: Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠ Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Join the ⁠⁠Mama Bear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠ Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠The Sharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠ If you're exhausted, discouraged, spiritually weary, or searching for hope in the middle of a difficult season, this episode offers biblical encouragement and a prayer to help you reconnect with God's heart. A reflection on Psalm 73 and the struggle of disappointmentHow bitterness can quietly take root in our heartsA guided prayer for moms feeling hurt, frustrated, or disillusionedBiblical truths about God's presence and faithfulnessThe importance of surrendering unmet expectations to GodHow to trust God when circumstances don't make sensePractical ways to become more receptive to the Holy Spirit through prayer and reflectionPsalm 73 — Finding hope when life feels unfairPsalm 73 23–24 — "Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand."Psalm 73 25–26 — "Whom have I in heaven but you?"Psalm 73 28 — "But as for me, it is good to be near God."✔ Bringing disappointment honestly before God ✔ Releasing bitterness and resentment ✔ Repenting of a critical and hardened heart ✔ Receiving God's grace and forgiveness ✔ Remembering God's promises and faithfulness ✔ Realigning our desires toward Christ ✔ Finding peace in God's presence Motherhood can magnify feelings of disappointment. When prayers seem unanswered, relationships feel strained, or life doesn't unfold as expected, it's easy to wonder where God is. Psalm 73 reminds us that God welcomes our honesty. We don't have to hide our frustration, confusion, or grief. Instead, we can bring everything to Him and discover that His presence remains our greatest source of hope. Even when circumstances remain difficult, God promises to guide us with His wisdom, strengthen us with His presence, and hold us securely in His love. Healing begins when we acknowledge disappointment honestly.Bitterness loses its power when surrendered to God.God's presence is available even in seasons of confusion.Trust is built through daily surrender, not perfect understanding.God's guidance and grace are greater than our circumstances.The Holy Spirit helps soften our hearts and restore hope.Where have you experienced disappointment with God recently?Is there any bitterness or resentment you need to surrender to Him?What expectations are you holding that may need to be released?How have you experienced God's faithfulness in previous seasons?What would it look like to draw near to God today, even without all the answers?This episode is for moms who are: Feeling exhausted emotionally and spirituallyStruggling with unanswered prayersWrestling with disappointment in their faith journeySeeking Christian encouragement during a difficult seasonLooking for guided prayer and Scripture meditationLearning to trust God again after hurt or lossSearching for hope, peace, and spiritual renewalWhat You'll Hear in This EpisodeKey ScripturesIn This Guided PrayerEncouragement for MomsKey TakeawaysReflection QuestionsWho This Episode Is For

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A podcast for Moms knee deep in diapers and dishes longing to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Most episodes will be structured like a devotional, beginning with a personal story of motherhood, exploring a Biblical topic and then finishing with a time of personal reflection between the listener and Jesus along with a time of prayer.

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  • Creator
    Charity Rios
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Charity Rios
  • Show Website
    Mama Bear Prayers

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