The loss of a mother is a heartbreaking experience, leaving an emptiness that can feel overwhelming. In times of grief, turning to prayer can bring comfort and strength.
These short prayers, each paired with a supporting scripture, offer words of solace and hope for those mourning the passing of their mother.
They provide a way to express sorrow, seek God’s peace, and honor the memory of a cherished parent.
30 Short Prayers for Someone who Lost Their Mother
1. Isaiah 41:10
“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.”
Dear friend, in this time of grief, may you feel God’s comfort and strength. Remember, He is with you and will uphold you with His righteous right hand.
2. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
May the Lord draw near to you in your sorrow and heal your broken heart. He is close to those who are grieving and will save you in your time of need.
3. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
May Jesus’ peace that surpasses all understanding fill your heart and calm your troubled spirit. His peace is with you, even in this difficult time.
4. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
As you walk through this dark valley, may you feel the comforting presence of the Lord. He is with you and will guide you with His love.
5. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
Hold onto the promise that one day, all pain and sorrow will end. May God wipe away your tears and give you hope for a brighter tomorrow.
6. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Be reminded that God’s love for you is stronger than death. Nothing can separate you from His eternal embrace.
7. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”
May the God of all comfort hold you in His arms. His mercy and compassion are with you, and through Him, you will find solace.
8. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
Blessed are you who mourn, for you shall be comforted. May the Lord surround you with His grace and bring you peace.
9. Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
May God’s peace guard your heart and mind. Let it wash over you and bring tranquility to your soul.
10. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
“But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.”
Take comfort in the promise of eternal life. May you grieve with the assurance that you will see your mother again.
11. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
May God be your refuge and strength in this difficult time. Lean on Him and find solace in His presence.
12. Isaiah 66:13
“As one whom his mother comforts, so I will comfort you; you shall be comforted in Jerusalem.”
May the Lord comfort you as only He can. Feel His soothing presence and wrap yourself in His love.
13. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Cast all your worries and anxieties on Jesus. He cares for you and will grant you peace in your heart.
14. Psalm 147:3
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
May the Lord heal your broken heart and bind up your wounds. His healing touch is with you always.
15. John 11:25-26
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?’”
Believe in Jesus’ promise of resurrection and life. May your faith be strengthened and filled with hope in eternal life.
16. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”
Lift your eyes to the Lord for help. May He be your source of strength and guide you through this valley of sorrow.
17. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
May the Lord comfort you with the promise that one day, all pain and sorrow will end. Wipe away your tears and hold on to hope for the future.
18. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
As you walk through this dark valley, may you feel the comforting presence of the Lord. He is with you and will guide you with His love.
19. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Be reminded that God’s love for you is stronger than death. Nothing can separate you from His eternal embrace.
20. Psalm 34:18
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
May the Lord draw near to you in your sorrow and heal your broken heart. He is close to those who are grieving and will save you in your time of need.
21. Isaiah 41:10
“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.”
Dear friend, in this time of grief, may you feel God’s comfort and strength. Remember, He is with you and will uphold you with His righteous right hand.
22. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
May Jesus’ peace that surpasses all understanding fill your heart and calm your troubled spirit. His peace is with you, even in this difficult time.
23. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
“But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep.”
Take comfort in the promise of eternal life. May you grieve with the assurance that you will see your mother again.
24. Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
May God’s peace guard your heart and mind. Let it wash over you and bring tranquility to your soul.
25. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”
May the God of all comfort hold you in His arms. His mercy and compassion are with you, and through Him, you will find solace.
26. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
May God be your refuge and strength in this difficult time. Lean on Him and find solace in His presence.
27. Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
Blessed are you who mourn, for you shall be comforted. May the Lord surround you with His grace and bring you peace.
28. John 11:25-26
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die. Do you believe this?’”
Believe in Jesus’ promise of resurrection and life. May your faith be strengthened and filled with hope in eternal life.
29. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”
Lift your eyes to the Lord for help. May He be your source of strength and guide you through this valley of sorrow.
30. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
May the Lord comfort you with the promise that one day, all pain and sorrow will end. Wipe away your tears and hold on to hope for the future.
Conclusion
Grief is a journey, and the pain of losing a mother may lessen but never fully disappear.
These prayers and scriptures offer a source of comfort and strength during this difficult time.
May they bring peace to the hearts of those mourning and serve as a reminder of the enduring love and cherished memories shared with their mothers.
Remember, God is near to the brokenhearted, and he offers hope and healing in the midst of sorrow.