Lord,
We lift up our child to You this very day, even at such a young age, that she surrender her life to You, Lord Jesus, and follow You for the rest of her days. We seek Your will and goodness for her, and we long for her to be a strong leader for others who do not know You or may be weak in their faith. Give her faith to endure any trial or temptation that may come. And we know they will. But by Your grace and mercy, she will shine for You. All this we pray in the mighty name of Jesus.
Amen.
A Prayer for a Child Who Doubts God Exists
Almighty, infinite Father,
You are. That’s it — You are the great I AM. I lift my child up to You as faithfulness rises up to meet You. You’re faithful and just and good and true and holy. Give my child eyes to see You, a heart to soften for You, and lips to praise You. Reveal the truth to her as only You can so she may understand, repent, and surrender in faith to You, our only Lord and King. Expose the lies so she may see You as truth — the only truth on which the world exists. You spoke the heavens and earth into being, and nothing is too hard for You. We trust You and love You.
Amen.
A Prayer Asking God to Guard the Child as She Sleeps
Most gracious heavenly Father,
Our child is safe in her bed, resting not only under the covers but in Your mighty arms. Hold her and keep her as she sleeps, and help her waken refreshed and ready to grow more and more into the image of Jesus Christ. We pray in His name,
Amen.
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