Pregnancy involves numerous activities and responsibilities, such as doctor's appointments, ultrasounds, baby showers, and a gradually changing body. Amidst all this, it is easy to forget that while the baby is growing physically inside the womb, it needs spiritual protection. Praying is a powerful way to protect your baby and have peace of mind. Prayers for safe delivery can even help dispel your fears and worries during childbirth. Pastor Daniel Olawande, the Youth Evangelist at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and the Lead Pastor at RCCG The Envoys, offers guidance for women to follow before, during, and after pregnancy.
Taking care of oneself during pregnancy is essential. Moreover, this period comes with the additional responsibility of taking care of the unborn child. Therefore, we take a look at some amazing prayers for labour and delivery.
The Best Prayers for Safe Delivery
Here is a look at some prayers you can pray during your pregnancy, delivery, and after delivery. We have also included some powerful Bible verses to reflect upon during this period.
Prayers for the Safe Delivery of a Baby
Are you looking for the perfect prayer for baby delivery? Here is a look at some of the best ones to consider when praying for yourself.
- Almighty Father, your word says that you will give us what our hearts desire. So today, I am thanking you for granting me my desire to conceive. I am praying for safe delivery when the time comes. I cast all my worries, anxieties, and fears on you because I know you care for me. I pray that my delivery will be without any complications. May my baby be born in your perfect image.
- Thank you, God, for this new life you formed perfectly in my womb. I know that the baby is fearfully and wonderfully made. As I go into the delivery, I pray for your presence in more ways than I can ever imagine. I know that you will never forsake me.
- Oh, Lord, I dedicate my baby to you today. Let my baby be yours even from my womb, in Jesus' name.
- God of eternal goodness, watch over me as I await the birth of my child. Please grant me the confidence and strength to dispel any anxiety, worries, and fears. Bless me with the courage and faith of your servant Mary, to always listen to your will and trust in your loving care.
- Oh, Lord, your mercy prevails over every situation. I pray that you remove sorrow and bitterness from my pregnancy and delivery in Jesus' name.
- Dear God, please allow me to have the endurance that comes from you and keep me safe. Watch over me during delivery and allow my child to be born under the best circumstances.
- As I lay my hands upon my womb, my prayer for labour is that the mercy and protection of God Almighty locate my baby. I paralyze every enemy that might be working against my unborn and pray that during delivery, everything will go well in the name of Jesus.
- Father God, I thank You for my baby's heartbeat. I know that even though I cannot hear it yet, you can. I pray that you may protect him while he is in my womb, and I know you will be with me when it's time to bring him into the world. I acknowledge your power and ask you to extend it to my baby too.
- Dear Lord, I pray the prayer of your servant Hannah and come with thanksgiving for this child that You have granted me. I thank you, Lord, for your blessings and the miracle of life. I am asking for a healthy pregnancy and declare that I will not miscarry.
- Almighty God, I pray that you send your angels to keep guard as my labour begins. Lord, comfort and protect me; surround me with your hope and goodness. Hold me through each wave of childbirth. Hold me safely within your promises, now and forever.
- Today I speak a word of faith to my baby in the womb today. I ask that you will have joy and gladness, and many will rejoice at your birth in Jesus' name. I declare today that I shall deliver my baby without any complications whatsoever.
During a discussion with Legit.ng, Pastor Daniel Olawande, the Youth Evangelist at the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) and Lead Pastor at RCCG The Envoys, recommended that pregnant women should resist fear and instead rely on the Word, prayers, and godly affirmations. Here are some scriptures he shared:
- Exodus 23:26 - "No one shall suffer miscarriage or be barren in your land; I will fulfill the number of your days."
- Isaiah 41:10 - "Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness."
- Isaiah 43:2 - "When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee."
- Isaiah 66:7&9 - "Before she was in labor, she gave birth; before her pain came, She delivered a male child"; "Shall I bring to the time of birth, and not cause delivery? says the Lord. Shall I who cause delivery shut up the womb? says your God."
You can use these scriptures for safe delivery. They are mighty. Prayerfully carry the pregnancy and declare over the unborn child. "Lord, I will deliver this baby into town; I will not miscarry my baby." As a pregnant woman, declare that you receive divine help in the name of Jesus.
When you are afraid, declare Psalm 46:5 and pray with it ~ "God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early." – Lord, you will help me; help me through delivery in the name of Jesus.
Don't give room for fear. Say to God, "You already said in your Word that you can't cause me to be pregnant, and I won't deliver. Therefore, I provide this baby healthily, with nothing missing, nothing broken."
Prayers for a Healthy Newborn
Nothing beats the sheer joy of holding one's newborn baby in their arms. It is essential to always say a prayer for a newborn baby to keep them under God's protection. When praying for your safe delivery and a healthy baby, here are some great things you can ask for.
