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The Legacy of Prayer: Learning from Susanna Wesley
- Josephine Enumah
- Oct 1
- 3 min read
A Morning Prayer and a Forgotten Name
This morning during prayer, I found myself speaking about a woman whose devotion to God continues to inspire generations. In that moment, I couldn’t recall her name but her story and her impact were stirring deeply in my spirit. Later, I remembered: it was Susanna Wesley.
Susanna Wesley, often called the Mother of Methodism, was a woman of faith, discipline, and unshakable prayer. She raised 19 children—10 of whom survived—including John and Charles Wesley, who went on to spark revival through the Methodist movement. Her quiet strength, persistent obedience, and commitment to prayer shaped not only her household but the history of the church.
Watch the Live Prayer Reference
Here’s the live session where I first mentioned her story this morning:
Even when I couldn’t remember her name, the Spirit of God was reminding me of her heart of obedience and how much can be birthed through a praying life.
Her Legacy of Obedience and Prayer
Susanna Wesley’s life was far from easy: financial hardship, loss of children, and many personal trials marked her journey. Yet in the middle of it all, she carved out sacred space for prayer.
She was known to sit in her kitchen with her apron pulled over her head, signaling to her children that “mama was with God.” In those moments, she interceded for each child by name and lifted her family before the throne of grace.
Her obedience and devotion overflowed into blessings—not only for her children but for the generations that followed. John Wesley himself often testified that much of what he carried was rooted in the prayers and teachings of his mother.
A Lesson for Our Healing and Growth
What does Susanna’s story mean for us today?
Prayer creates legacy. Every whispered prayer shapes not just our present but also our future generations.
Obedience brings overflow. As Deuteronomy 28:2 reminds us:
“And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God.”
God honours faithfulness in hidden places. You don’t have to be seen by the world to be heard by God.
Her story challenges us to see our small acts of devotion our quiet prayers, our choice to obey, our faith through trials as seeds of greatness that God multiplies.
Take a moment today to reflect:
Where can I create a personal “tent of meeting” with God this week?
Which area of my life is God asking me to obey Him more fully?
How can I begin building a prayer legacy for those who come after me?
Prayer Declaration
Father, I thank You for the gift of a new month and for the reminder of Susanna Wesley’s life. Today, I choose obedience and a renewed commitment to prayer. As I align my life with Your Word, let Your blessings overtake me in my health, family, finances, and spirit. May I leave behind a legacy of faith and fruitfulness for generations to come. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Fruitful Declaration
Fruitful Overflow is my portion this October – I walk in blessings that overtake me!
Sources & Inspiration
This blog was inspired by Leaving a Legacy of Prayer: The Praying Example of Susanna Wesley (FaithGateway) and my live prayer session shared above.
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