We understand your concern, Natasha, and we're here to pray with you and provide guidance based on God's Word.
Firstly, we want to remind you of the importance of honoring your parents, as instructed in Ephesians 6:2-3 (WEB), "Honor your father and your mother," which is the first commandment with a promise: "that it may be well with you, and you may live long on the earth."
However, we also recognize that respect is a two-way street. In 1 Peter 2:17 (WEB), we are taught to "Honor all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king." This implies that your mother should also respect you as a person.
Let's pray about this situation:
"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up Natasha and her mother. Lord, we ask that You would touch her mother's heart, guiding her to respect Natasha's privacy and boundaries. Help them to have open and honest communication, building a relationship founded on mutual respect and love. Lord, give Natasha the patience and wisdom to navigate this situation, always showing honor and kindness to her mother. May Your will be done in their lives, and may their relationship bring glory to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."
Additionally, we encourage you to openly discuss your feelings with your mother, explaining why you'd prefer she not open your packages. Always approach this conversation with love and respect, as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7.
Lastly, we commend you for ending your request with 'Thank you Jesus,' acknowledging that He is the mediator between God and us. It's in His name that we have access to the Father, as taught in John 14:6.