Healing from Childhood Trauma Novena – Day 8: Trust in God
Join in praying the Healing from Childhood Trauma Novena to seek God's mercy and healing grace for those suffering from childhood wounds.
Today's Focus: Trust in God
On this eighth day of the Healing from Childhood Trauma Novena, we pray for trust in God's healing power and plan for our restoration. It can be very difficult to trust God fully in the midst of suffering. Today we ask God to help us grow in trust and to believe in His perfect plan for our healing.
Prayer for Day 8
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Dear Lord, we thank You and praise You for Your infinite mercy and love that never fails us. We come before You today with hearts full of hope, asking for Your divine assistance for all who are struggling with the effects of childhood trauma.
It can be very difficult to trust You fully in the midst of suffering. Struggling with the effects of childhood trauma can be a great source of suffering, and all who are suffering in such a way are in great need of trust in You as they seek healing. We know that You are always faithful and that Your love never fails.
Today we particularly lift up to You all who are trying to recover from childhood trauma. Lord, You know the doubts they may have, the questions they may ask, and the struggle to believe that healing is possible. We ask You to help them grow in trust in God and to believe in Your perfect plan for their restoration and healing.
Help us to devote ourselves more fully to You each day. Give us the grace to seek deeper friendship with You at every opportunity. Teach us to trust in Your timing, Your wisdom, and Your love, even when we cannot see the way forward.
I especially ask in this novena for (mention your intentions here).
Lord, hear our prayers and bring healing to all who suffer from childhood trauma!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Today we focus on trust in God, which is essential for anyone on the journey of healing from childhood trauma. Trust is the foundation of our relationship with God and the key to finding peace in the midst of suffering.
Trust in God is the virtue that helps us believe in His love, His wisdom, and His plan for our lives. It's the quality that allows us to surrender our fears and doubts to Him, to believe that He is working for our good even when we cannot see it, and to find peace in the midst of uncertainty. In the context of healing from trauma, trust might mean believing that healing is possible, trusting in God's timing, or having faith that God will provide the help we need.
As we pray today, let us remember that God is always faithful. He never abandons us, never stops loving us, and never stops working for our good. Even when we cannot see the way forward, He is leading us toward healing and wholeness. His love is constant and His mercy is endless.
Consider today how you might support someone who is struggling with trust in God. Perhaps you can share your own experiences of God's faithfulness, offer words of encouragement, or simply be present and supportive. Remember that sometimes the greatest gift we can give someone is the reminder that God is trustworthy and that He never fails those who trust in Him.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in God
Trust completely in God's healing power and His ability to restore you. Turn to Him with confidence in every need.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. God will not fail to help those who turn to Him with trust.
Be Specific
Present your specific needs and intentions to God. He wants to help you with the particular difficulties you face.
Be Grateful
Thank God for His help and healing grace. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more graces.
Closing Prayer
Dear Lord, we thank You for Your infinite mercy and love that never fails us. Help us to devote ourselves more fully to You each day. Give us the grace to seek deeper friendship with You at every opportunity. May we always trust in Your timing, Your wisdom, and Your love, even when we cannot see the way forward. Amen.