Welcoming a new life into the world is a profound and joyous occasion, yet it can also bring about feelings of anxiety and uncertainty.
Many expectant parents find comfort and strength in prayer, seeking divine guidance and protection for a safe and healthy delivery.
These prayers are paired with scriptures to offer a source of hope and encouragement during this special time.
Whether you’re seeking peace, strength, or simply a closer connection with God, these prayers provide a way to lift your concerns and trust in a positive outcome for both mother and baby.
30 Prayers for a Safe Delivery
1. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
Lord, as I approach the time of delivery, I cast all my fears and anxieties upon You. I pray for Your strength and sustenance through the challenges ahead, trusting that You will uphold me with Your righteous right hand.
Guide the hands of those who will assist in the delivery, ensuring the safety of both me and my baby.
2. 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.”
Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of faith and trust. As the day of delivery draws near, I ask for Your presence to calm my fears and grant me strength.
Help me to feel Your comforting presence and reassurance, knowing that You are with me every step of the way.
3. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Lord, I bring my concerns and requests to You in prayer. As I prepare for childbirth, fill my heart with Your peace that surpasses all understanding.
Guard my mind against anxiety and grant me a sense of calm and assurance, knowing that You are in control.
4. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Heavenly Father, I thank You for the precious gift of life growing within me. I trust in Your plans for my baby and me, knowing that they are filled with hope and a bright future.
Guide the delivery process and ensure the well-being of both mother and child.
5. Psalm 139:13-14
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.”
Lord, I praise You for the miracle of life that You have created within me. As I anticipate the arrival of my baby, I marvel at Your wonderful works. Please watch over the delivery and grant us both good health and safety.
6. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Dear Lord, I cast all my worries and fears upon You, knowing that You care deeply for me. Please provide me with the strength and courage needed for a safe delivery.
Surround me with Your love and protection throughout the entire process.
7. 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.”
Heavenly Father, as I face the uncertainties of childbirth, I take comfort in knowing that You are with me. Your presence brings me peace and assurance that I am not alone.
Guide me through the delivery, and may Your comfort be ever-present.
8. Matthew 11:28
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Lord Jesus, I come to You with my burdens and weariness, seeking Your rest and peace. Grant me the physical strength and endurance needed for a safe delivery.
May Your presence bring me comfort and reassurance throughout the process.
9. 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.”
Dear Lord, I lift my eyes to You, my source of help and strength. As I prepare for childbirth, I rely on Your guidance and protection. Bless the delivery with safety and health for both me and my baby.
10. Isaiah 26:3
“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”
Heavenly Father, I place my trust in You and keep my mind focused on Your goodness. As I approach the time of delivery, fill me with Your perfect peace.
Let Your presence be my source of strength and confidence, knowing that You are in control.
11. Psalm 34:17
“When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.”
Lord, I cry out to You for help as I prepare for childbirth. Hear my prayers and deliver me and my baby from any complications or harm. Surround us with Your protective presence and grant us a safe and healthy delivery.
12. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Heavenly Father, I seek refuge in You during this time of anticipation and uncertainty. Be my strength and help in moments of trouble. Guide the medical team and ensure the safe arrival of my baby.
13. Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.”
Lord, I come before You feeling weary and weak. Grant me the power and strength needed for a safe delivery. Fill me with Your energy and courage, and let Your presence be my source of endurance.
14. Exodus 14:14
“The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”
Heavenly Father, I trust in Your ability to fight for me and protect me during childbirth. Help me to remain calm and silent, knowing that You are in control. Surround me with Your peace and assurance.
15. Psalm 138:3
“On the day I called, you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.”
Lord, I call upon You for strength and courage as I approach the day of delivery. Answer my prayers and increase my strength of soul. Help me to face the challenges ahead with confidence and trust in Your care.
16. Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
Heavenly Father, I hold onto Your promise that You will never leave me or forsake me.
Grant me the strength and courage to face childbirth without fear or dread. Let Your presence be my constant companion and source of comfort.
17. Psalm 91:11
“For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.”
Lord, I pray for Your angels to guard and protect me and my baby during the delivery process. Surround us with Your divine protection and ensure our safety and well-being. Guide us through this journey with Your loving care.
18. 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.”
Heavenly Father, I accept the peace that You offer me, a peace that surpasses all understanding. Calm my troubled heart and remove any fear or anxiety. Fill me with Your tranquility and assurance as I prepare for childbirth.
19. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
Lord, You are my light and salvation, my stronghold in times of need. As I face the unknowns of childbirth, I will not fear, for You are with me. Strengthen my faith and confidence in Your protection and care.
20. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
Heavenly Father, fill me with joy and peace as I place my trust in You. Let the power of the Holy Spirit abound in me, giving me hope and confidence for a safe delivery.
Guide me through this journey with Your unwavering love and support.
21. Psalm 94:19
“When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.”
Lord, in the midst of my worries and concerns about childbirth, Your consolations bring cheer to my soul. I trust in Your comforting presence to guide me through this journey and grant me a safe delivery.
Surround me with Your peace and assurance.
22. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”
Heavenly Father, I trust in Your promise to be with me through every trial and challenge. As I approach the time of delivery, I ask for Your presence to protect me from harm and keep me safe.
Let Your guidance be my source of strength and security.
23. Psalm 9:9-10
“The Lord is a stronghold for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you.”
Lord, You are my stronghold in times of trouble and uncertainty. As I seek You during this time of childbirth, I place my trust in Your unfailing care. Guide me through this process and ensure the safety of my baby and me.
24. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Heavenly Father, I hold onto Your command to be strong and courageous. As I face the challenges of childbirth, I will not be frightened or dismayed, for You are with me. Let Your presence give me the strength and confidence I need.
25. Psalm 118:6
“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”
Lord, I find comfort in knowing that You are on my side. As I approach the time of delivery, I will not fear, for Your presence is my protection and assurance. Guide me through this journey with Your unwavering support.
26. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”
Heavenly Father, I rejoice in Your presence and love. As I prepare for childbirth, quiet my fears and anxieties with Your love. Let Your joy and gladness be my source of strength and peace.
27. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Lord, I place my trust in You with all my heart. As I navigate the uncertainties of childbirth, I will not rely on my own understanding. Guide my steps and make straight my paths, ensuring a safe and smooth delivery.
28. Psalm 62:1-2
“For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken.”
Heavenly Father, my soul waits in silence for You, for You are my rock and salvation. As I approach the time of delivery, I find refuge in Your fortress. Let Your presence keep me steady and unshaken.
29. Hebrews 13:5-6
“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’ So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?'”
Lord, I find contentment in Your promise to never leave or forsake me. As I face the challenges of childbirth, I will not fear, for You are my helper.
Surround me with Your comforting presence and guide me through this process.
30. 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.”
Heavenly Father, I am confident in Your unwavering love for me. As I prepare for the birth of my baby, I find strength and assurance in knowing that nothing can separate us from Your love.
Guide me through this journey with Your endless love and care.
Conclusion
As you journey through pregnancy and approach your delivery day, may these prayers and scriptures provide a sense of peace and empowerment.
Remember that you are not alone, and that through faith and prayer, you can find strength and comfort. Trust in the process, believe in your body’s ability, and know that you are held in loving hands.
Wishing you a safe and blessed delivery, and a healthy, happy beginning for you and your little one.