Praying Moms of Estranged Children - Pray, Trust in God, Prodigal, Estrangement, God’s Peace, Scriptures

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The Go-To podcast for Christian moms who are trusting God with prodigal and estranged adult children.

Are you struggling with broken relationships and losses that have shaken your faith and left you wondering where God is? Have you found yourself wrestling with how to trust God and His timing, especially when it comes to your children who have grown distant? Do you lie awake at night worrying about your prodigal children, wishing you knew how to pray with confidence instead of fear? Maybe your life feels like a rollercoaster - cycling between sadness, shame, and loss. 

If this sounds like you, I’m glad you’re here. It’s time to stop hitting the snooze button on your faith and start living fully awakened to a deeper walk with God —one that brings peace, healing, and clarity—even in the middle of strained relationships. The Praying Moms of Estranged Children podcast has a simple mission: to help you grow your faith by trusting God with your broken relationships. Inside this podcast, you’ll learn how to:

  • Awaken to the power of prayer so you have strength as you face life’s hardest moments with strength
  • Trust God with your prodigal or estranged adult children—even when answers feel delayed
  • Heal from past wounds by understanding your identity in Christ and standing on God’s promises

Hi, I’m Sarah Wall– mom of two adult kids, a Jesus-loving wife, and a woman who knows what it feels like to have her faith shaken to the core. For years, the cares of life kept my faith on the back burner…until some wake-up calls jolted me out of my spiritual slumber! Between the end of my first marriage, the loss of close friendships, seasons of estrangement from my children, and a difficult career transition, I felt disillusioned and defeated.

These trials were bigger than anything I had faced before—and too heavy to carry alone. I questioned why God was allowing this to happen, worried instead of prayed, and felt heartbroken. I wanted to trust God, but I didn’t know how to pray through the pain. I tried fixing everything on my own…and then I cried and crashed and broke. 

That’s when the Holy Spirit gently woke me up. I realized that I didn’t know how to pray effectively for myself —or for my adult children. As I quieted the noise and made space to listen, God began healing my heart from the inside out. I discovered I was in a spiritual battle–and God’s promises became the anchor my faith desperately needed. 

Learning to trust God with my strained relationships wasn’t easy, but it transformed me. The Lord opened my eyes, and I traded my pajamas for spiritual armor. As it dawned on me that faith was the only way through my struggles, I learned how to pray, to trust God’s timing, and to rest in His peace—even when circumstances didn’t change. This new way of living ignited my spiritual growth and snoozed the noise so I could tune into God’s presence consistently. What I learned changed my life, and now I’m here to walk with you.

I can’t promise that God will restore every relationship. But I know this: You are not meant to live stuck in worry or heartbreak. As you pray for your prodigals and trust God with your estranged relationships, He will restore your hope, strengthen your faith, and bring peace to your heart.

This show delivers faith-filled teaching and practical takeaways to help you awaken your faith in Jesus, move from worry to trusting God, and from brokenness to healing. Wake up to the peace and wholeness you’ve been longing for. Jump out of bed, turn off your alarm clock, and make yourself a strong latte. It’s time to let the Son shine in your life!

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Tuesday Dec 09, 2025

Today’s encouraging episode offers comfort to every Christian woman who feels alone. Feeling unseen, forgotten, or lonely during the holidays is more common than many people realize. In this message, I talk honestly about how to trust in God when life feels disappointing, and how prayer and Scripture can steady your heart. You’ll learn how to recognize what you can change and what you must release to the Lord, and how serving others can bring surprising peace in God when your emotions feel heavy. 
We’ll look at the biblical story of Hagar who was awakened to the “God who sees.” If you’re seeking encouragement, a Scripture-based perspective, and simple steps to hold onto your faith and to steady your heart, this episode will help you draw near to Jesus and experience God’s peace in very real, practical ways.
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Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Connect with Sarah by email: sarah@awakenedchristianwoman.com
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If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 2: Stumped on How to Let Your Faith Be Bigger Than Your Fear? 1 Scripture to Memorize
Episode 3: How to Have Peace of Mind Everyday by Trusting the Promises of God
Episode 6: One Scripture Truth for Every Christian Woman: You are loved (even when you don't feel like it).
 

Tuesday Dec 02, 2025

In this episode, we’re diving into practical and simple hacks to help you fit prayer and Scripture into your busy holiday season—without adding more stress to your plate. If you want to stay rooted, calm, and connected to Jesus in the middle of Christmas events, shopping, and to-do lists, this conversation will guide you to protect your faith, deepen your trust in God, and help you hold onto peace in the midst of busyness.
You’ll learn how to take inventory of your everyday routines, streamline holiday tasks, plan ahead with purpose, and create a rhythm that makes room for meaningful time with the Lord. These simple strategies will help you stay spiritually nourished while fully enjoying the season.
Whether your calendar is overflowing or you just want to be more intentional this year, this episode will give you the clarity and encouragement you need to stay close to God—one small habit at a time.
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Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Connect with Sarah by email: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
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Episode 12: Don't Take a Break from Prayer and Scripture Over the Holidays. 5 Reasons Why!

Tuesday Nov 25, 2025

In this episode, we’re talking about why the holiday season is not the time for the Christian woman to pause her spiritual habits—and how staying connected to God through faith, trust in God, Scripture, prayer, and peace can carry you through the busiest time of the year.
You'll learn five powerful reasons you shouldn’t take a break from your Bible reading or prayer life, plus practical encouragement for keeping your spiritual rhythm strong while everything around you speeds up.
If you’ve ever felt spiritually drained by the time mid-December rolls around, or found yourself slipping out of your normal routines, this episode will help you stay grounded, fueled, and connected to Jesus—no matter what the holiday season brings.
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Like or Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with a friend!  
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Join the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group to be encouraged to strengthen your prayer life and get scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
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Connect with Sarah by email: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
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If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 1: Jumpstart your effective prayer habit: A step by step plan for today's Christian Woman
Episode 5: How to Stay Consistent in Prayer When Distractions Try to Take Over
Episode 10: Struggling to Find Time to Read Scripture Daily? Try This Routine Today

Tuesday Nov 18, 2025

Do you struggle with God’s timing? When your prayers seem to go unanswered and your heart feels heavy, it’s easy to wonder where God is. In this episode, you’ll discover how to hold onto faith when the Lord seems silent and how to surrender your expectations when you are dealing with life’s challenges. 
Through Scripture, personal reflection, and real-life encouragement for Christian women, you’ll be reminded that the Lord’s delays are not His denials — He is still making a way in your wilderness, one step at a time. I’ll share a scripture that you can easily memorize to find peace as you trust in God for hope in hard times.
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Like or Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider to get weekly inspiration sent straight to your inbox (no spam, I promise)! Sign up at: awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
Connect with Sarah by email: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
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If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 3: How to Have Peace of Mind Everyday by Trusting the Promises of God
Episode 6:  One Scripture Truth for Every Christian Woman: You are loved (even when you don't feel like it)

Tuesday Nov 11, 2025

If you’ve been wanting to carve out time to read Scripture, but your days feel full, busy, or scattered, this episode will help you make quiet time to meet with God consistently. 
We’re talking about why getting spiritual nourishment matters every single day and how to form a simple Bible reading routine that fits your real life. You’ll learn how to “bookend your day” with God’s Word, what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness, and how a few intentional minutes can strengthen your relationship with the Lord. If you’re ready to grow your faith and make time with God a priority again, this episode will guide you step by step!
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Like or Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
Connect with Sarah by email: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
Links:
If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 1: Jumpstart your effective prayer habit: A step by step plan for today's Christian Woman.
Episode 5: How to Stay Consistent in Prayer When Distractions Try to Take Over
 

Tuesday Nov 04, 2025

Have you ever wondered why you still struggle with the same habits, fears, or frustrations, even if you’ve followed Jesus for years? Does your faith feel stale? 
In this encouraging episode, we’ll explore what true transformation in Christ looks like. You’ll learn how becoming more like Jesus happens through surrender, how to recognize signs that your faith is changing you, and how to rely on the Holy Spirit to live free from old patterns. 
If you’re ready to experience lasting change and step into the new life God has for you, I’ll share how you can begin that journey today.
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Like or Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
You can email Sarah: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
Links:
If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 2: Stumped on How to Let Your Faith Be Bigger Than Your Fear? 1 Scripture to Memorize
Episode 4: Do You Trust God to Resurrect Dead Things in Your Life? 

Tuesday Oct 28, 2025

Do you ever struggle with thinking you don’t know how to pray? A lot of people feel inadequate when it comes to prayer, as if there is a secret formula to use every time they pray. There isn’t a secret formula, but Jesus modeled all kinds of different prayers for us. We can learn a lot about prayer by studying how He prayed and what He taught about it. In this episode, I share one of Jesus’ many powerful prayers, and help you understand how to apply this method to your own prayer life to find peace when life is difficult. 
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave a written review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
Links:
If you liked this episode, you will also like: 
Episode 1, Jumpstart your effective prayer habit: A step by step plan for today's Christian Woman 
Episode 5, How to Stay Consistent in Prayer When Distractions Try to Take Over.
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
You can email Sarah: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
 

Tuesday Oct 21, 2025

Do you ever feel like you get a long-awaited answer to prayer or a solution for a problem and things go smoothly for a while…. and then another thing pops up and you’re back to square one in trusting God in that new situation?
If you struggle with not having answers, wondering what the Lord’s plan is, and with trusting the Lord in the midst of it, I know how you feel! I, too, have wondered if –or when– God was going to come through for me. 
I found out that we can put our full trust in the Lord to get us through every challenging situation. In this episode, I share three things you can do when you're on the learning curve of trusting Him.
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
Links:
If you liked today’s episode, you will also like:
Episode 3: How to Have Peace of Mind Everyday by Trusting the Promises of God.
Episode 4: Do You Trust God to Resurrect Dead Things in Your Life? 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
You can email Sarah: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com

Tuesday Oct 14, 2025

Hi friends! If you’ve ever had one of those weeks when you felt overlooked, unappreciated, or forgotten… today’s message is for you! I know how it feels to get caught up in the lies that you’re alone, that you’re not enough, and that no one cares about you.
Sometimes my mind spins out like a fishing reel and I repeatedly have to wind it back in to focus on God and what His Word says. That’s why I want to remind you today of one truth every Christian woman needs to hear: You are deeply loved. I’ll share some practical ways you can anchor yourself in God’s love, even when you don’t feel like it!
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
Links:
If you liked this episode, you might also like Episode 3, How to Have Peace of Mind Everyday by Trusting the Promises of God.
 
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
You can email Sarah: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
 

Tuesday Oct 07, 2025

If staying consistent is a challenge for you as a Christian woman, you are going to love today’s episode! 
Are distractions taking over and preventing you from spending time in prayer? 
Do you really want to pray and be more disciplined about it, but you keep getting pulled away by habits that waste your time?
You are not alone. I’ve found myself in the same exact pattern. I told myself I just had one more thing to do….and then I would pray;  I needed to check social media one more time…..I got caught up in mindless scrolling through other people’s interesting posts….well, not all of them were really that interesting…. But before I knew it, another day was gone and I felt bad that I hadn’t made any time to pray. 
We’ve all given into activities that swallowed our time and left us wondering how to get it back, and we’ve felt the pull of needing to spend more time in prayer. 
Here’s the problem: Staying consistent with anything is challenging, and you’ve got to have a plan that works! That’s why we’re talking today about how to tune out distractions so you can find the time to pray. I’ll share a strategy to help you stay consistent in prayer, even when distractions try to take over.
If today’s episode blessed you, click the “Follow” button for this show so you don’t miss a single episode, and share it with someone else who wants to learn more about prayer and trusting God.
Also, leave me a quick review of the show on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. It means so much to me to know this podcast is encouraging you! 
Links:
Listen to Episode 1, Jumpstart your effective prayer habit: A step by step plan for today's Christian Woman, as a foundation for today’s episode.
CONNECT further:
Hey Christian woman! Do you want to connect with other women who are praying and seeking to trust God just like you?! Inside the FREE “Christian Women, Trusting God” Facebook group, you’ll get encouragement to strengthen your prayer life and scripture-based tools to fuel your spiritual growth! JOIN NOW at https://bit.ly/shetrustsgod
Become an Awakened Christian Woman insider! awakenedchristianwomaninsider.gr-site.com
You can email Sarah: awakenedchristianwoman@gmail.com
 

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