Hey there, Mama,

This week, I want to speak directly to the woman behind the mom. The woman who may have spent years pouring into her children…The woman who may have found her joy, identity, and purpose wrapped up in motherhood…The woman whose children are growing, or maybe already grown, and now you’re wondering, “What about me?”

I’ve found myself reflecting on this personally. Motherhood has grown me in ways I never expected. I’ve gone from a sensitive, low-confidence woman to one who is walking in greater confidence, purpose, and vision. Raising my children, two now grown and one a teen, has stretched me, developed me, and prepared me.

Now, I’m able to step into new spaces…
Starting my own business.
Ministering to other women.
Serving in my community.

And here’s what I’ve come to realize:

God never stopped speaking to me.
Even in the seasons when my children needed me most. Motherhood didn’t silence His voice—it sharpened it. It prepared me for what was next. And Mama, He is still speaking to you too.

And Mama, there is power in that.

Devotion: God Still Speaks

Woman sitting near the window smiling and writing in journal.

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.”
— John 10:27 (KJV)

Throughout the Bible, we see women who walked through motherhood, loss, disappointment, and uncertainty—and yet, God still spoke to them.

Naomi lost her husband and her sons. She was grieving, bitter, and unsure of her future. Yet through her relationship with Ruth, God restored her hope and gave her purpose again. What she thought was lost, God redeemed.

Hannah was barren in a time when a woman’s value was often tied to motherhood. But she didn’t allow shame or comparison to silence her. She cried out to God with honesty and surrender—and He heard her. Not because of her status, but because of her faith.

Sarah received a promise from God in what felt like an impossible season. She laughed. She doubted. She even tried to take matters into her own hands. But despite her missteps, God still fulfilled His word.

And what do all of these women have in common?

God still spoke.
Before motherhood.
During motherhood.
After heartbreak.
After mistakes.

Their identity was never limited to one role—and neither is yours.

Mama, you are not just a mother.
You are a woman God speaks to, develops, and calls forward.

Take a Moment to Reflect

Woman with long black hair sitting on couch with pencil to her chin and notebook in hand.

Take a moment to reflect:

Where have I allowed motherhood to define my entire identity?
What is God stirring in me in this season?
Have I created space to hear His voice outside of my responsibilities?

Pray: Father, thank you for allowing me to be a mother. Forgive me for moments I limit you and my purpose to motherhood alone. Help me to hear and receive what you are saying to me in this season. In Jesus name. Amen.

African American Woman with hair in bantu knots sitting outside smiling with hand to her face.

Reclaiming Identity Beyond Motherhood

For many working moms, life becomes centered entirely around caring for others: children, careers, family, and responsibilities. Over time, it’s easy to lose sight of who you are outside of motherhood. In this blog, I explore how Christian working moms can reclaim their identity, rediscover passions they once enjoyed, and begin nurturing the woman God created them to be beyond their role as “mom.”

Read the full blog here.

Mom Tips: Reconnecting with You

Create space for yourself daily. Even 10 minutes of quiet can help you reconnect with God and yourself.
Explore what brings you joy again. You’re allowed to rediscover what you love.
Say yes to growth. New seasons require new versions of you.
Stay connected to God’s voice. Listen to worship music. Read his word. He is still leading you beyond motherhood.