As a mom of three, as we approach Mother’s Day, I have recently reflected on how my prayers and my worship have changed since becoming a mom. I’ve realized a greater need for it. Since becoming a mom, I’ve found myself on my knees more times than I can count. There’s something about it that is beautiful and challenging at the same time. I am reminded daily of my need for my Savior.

My song, You Already Have is a prayer that I wrote recently, and it is particularly poignant on my journey as a mom. I find myself feeling inadequate in so many areas. And as a mom, I thought that I was never enough of anything for anyone. Inspired by Psalm 46, this song was my reminder that I don’t need to worry about coming up short because I lean on a Savior who already has everything I will ever need.

When I thought about the kinds of songs that I might put on a setlist for Mother’s Day, my heart immediately went to surrender and gratitude. That must be my daily posture as a mom, surrendering my kids, my failures and insecurities, and then living in gratitude for what God has entrusted to me. So, the first three songs are all about surrender, and the last two are about gratitude.

I created this setlist to allow us to reflect on all that we can be grateful for as moms (whether biological, adoptive, or foster moms, aunts, teachers or mentors, etc.). It can also be a unique opportunity to minister to those for whom this day is painful due to loss, grief, or disappointment in waiting.

Overflow Resource was created by Andrea Olson after years of working with small and medium-sized churches and the unique challenges that they face. Andrea’s heart is to encourage Churches everywhere that they can be excellent with what they have, where they are. Find out more here.