God Is the One Who Heals:
Encouragement for the Adoptive Mom Walking Through the Hard
“Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for You are the one I praise.” ~Jeremiah 17:14
There were so many days in my motherhood journey, especially during the hardest years of raising children with trauma, when I didn’t know if I could keep going.
The emotional needs were overwhelming. The physical challenges felt never-ending. And the spiritual weight? It was heavy.
Sometimes, in trying to manage the needs of everyone else, I lost sight of my own. I just wanted peace in our home… peace in the car… peace at the dinner table. I tried so hard to hold it all together, keeping the meltdowns at bay, guarding against harsh words, bracing for the next outburst. But in the process, my own mental and emotional health was quietly unraveling.
But God…
He is the one who heals. Not just the bodies of our children. Not just their minds. But our hearts too.
“I am the Lord who heals you.” ~Exodus 15:26
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” ~Psalm 147:3
There came a time when the dust began to settle and I realized how much I needed healing too. I had been the caregiver, the peacekeeper, the warrior mom. But underneath it all, I was tired. Worn thin. And honestly, broken in some places.
What helped me begin to heal wasn’t a perfect plan or a perfect routine. It was presence, God’s presence.
I stayed close to Him. I cried in prayer. I kept reading His Word even when it felt like I couldn’t hold onto much else. I worshiped through the weariness. I leaned on His promises. And slowly… quietly… deeply… He began to heal.
Healing is Layered, But It’s Also Daily
Whether it’s trauma from raising hurting children, or walking through trauma from your own childhood or caregiving for someone who’s never truly healed, it takes a toll. Physical, emotional, and spiritual health are all tied together. When one suffers, the others feel it too.
But mama, hear me clearly. God sees you. And He wants to heal you too.
You don’t have to be everything for everyone. You don’t have to carry the weight alone. He is near to the brokenhearted. He binds up our wounds. He strengthens us with His peace and surrounds us with His grace.
The healing may not come all at once, but He is faithful to meet us each day.
Encouragement for Today
If you're in a hard season, feeling like there’s not much left of you to give, go to Him. Stay close. Talk to Him while you wash dishes or sit in the car. Praise Him through tears if you have to. The Lord who heals is still healing today.
He is healing your heart, even now.
With love and hope,
🌺From one healing mom to another
Ready to Begin Your Own Healing Journey?
You don’t have to walk this road alone. If you’re feeling weary from the weight of trauma, caregiving, or simply trying to hold everything together, I’m here to walk alongside you.
As an adoptive mom who’s been through the heartaches, the healing, and the hope, I offer one-on-one mentoring rooted in faith, grace, and practical support. Together, we’ll seek God’s peace for your heart, your home, and your health.
💗 Let’s start this journey together.