No one gets married planning to eventually divorce. That might be why divorce is so hard to process. It’s not what you envisioned for your life. You probably have conflicting emotions, worries that you never thought you’d have to deal with, and stress that keeps piling on. You are strong, but you don’t need to carry it all alone. That’s why prayer after a divorce is essential.
But what do you pray for and how do you pray consistently when life is changing so much? This printable has 10 ideas for prayer after a divorce, and it covers emotions you might be wrestling with now and things you might be worried about for the future. It will help you cover your children in prayer, lift up your own needs, and even open your heart to forgiveness and healing.
Print it out and put it in your Bible, on the bulletin board at your desk, or inside a kitchen cabinet door. Every time you see it, you can pause and pray for one of the 10 things on the list. Praying after a divorce doesn’t immediately make all the pain, anger, and anxiety go away, but it does draw the Lord nearer to you, which will bring you peace.
If you know another mom experiencing divorce, include her in your prayers, or print a copy and give it to her. Praying for one another will remind you you’re not alone and increase the power of your prayers. And never forget that we’re praying for you, too. You’re not alone. Here’s another great printable for you: 10 Prayers for the Single Mom. We also have several useful resources to help you love your children well through this season, like co-parenting tips, ways to keep healthy boundaries, and how to find your identity as a single mom.
