It helps me focus, it removes distractions, and allows me to think through the passage of Scripture I’m praying. This is my favorite way because it forces me to slow down, sit down, and actually pray. I use it as a quick reference for praying for my kids.īut mostly, I journal my prayers. I also have 12 Scriptures to Daily Pray for your Children as a bookmark tucked into my Bible. Here’s a sample one from our FREE Scripture Card Pack with war room prayers for your child: Sometimes I put these Scriptures on cards that I post around my home and leave in my Bible basket to pray during my time with the Lord. My plan for prayer for my kids involves turning Scriptures into prayers. I’ve learned having a simple plan to follow helps me tremendously with prayer for my children. So how do you pray scriptures over your child? (An easy solution!) Can I get an amen?! Having a simple strategy like praying scriptures helps us ease into a consistent routine. While that seems like a no-brainer, many of us struggle with consistency. Praying the Scriptures for your children is the best way to FIGHT! God is on our side and as we fight for our children, God fights on our behalf. We do not need to fear the enemies we encounter in raising our children. “Don’t be afraid of the enemy! Remember the Lord, who is great and glorious, and fight for your brothers, your sons, your daughters, your wives, and your homes!” The great news is when we pray for our kids, God hears and answers! This week I was reading in Nehemiah and was encouraged by this passage from Nehemiah 4:14: I’m talking about fighting on your knees with your prayers for your children. Praying for your children is one of the most powerful things you can do as a parent. We are his targets… me, you, our spouses, and sadly, our innocent children.I Peter 5:8 says the enemy of our souls is on the prowl, ever looking for someone to devour. Why Is it Important to Pray for Children? In prayer, we ask the omnipotent, omnipresent God to intervene on behalf of our children. We can’t protect our kids from every evil or bad choice. There is SO much about parenting beyond our control, especially as our kids grow older and become more independent. You want them to make healthy, wise choices as they grow and mature.īut let’s be real: you can’t make all that happen. You want them to love the Lord with all their hearts, follow after God’s heart and escape the snares of the world. You want your kids to be happy, safe and un-harmed. As parents, we often pray for our children’s protection and salvation, but that only touches the tip of the iceberg in prayers to pray for your child! Use these powerful Scriptures to pray for your child.
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