We join with you in lifting up your precious daughter and son before the throne of grace, and we hear the deep love of a parent in your prayer for their protection, guidance, and growth.
Children are a beautiful heritage from the Lord, and your desire to see them walk in wisdom and holiness honors Him. Psalm 127:3 says Behold, children are a heritage of Yahweh. The fruit of the womb is his reward. And Proverbs 22:6 reminds us Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. We are encouraged by your covering them in prayer and asking for the blood of Jesus to be over them, for Ephesians 1:7 tells us In him we have our redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, and 1 John 1:7 says the blood of Jesus Christ, his Son, cleanses us from all sin.
We agree with you in praying for their protection from evil and from bad influences. The Word warns us in 1 Corinthians 15:33 Don't be deceived. Evil companionships corrupt good morals. We pray the Lord will set a hedge around them and guard their hearts and minds. Psalm 121:7-8 says Yahweh will keep you from all evil. He will keep your soul. Yahweh will keep your going out and your coming in, from this time forward, and forever more. And Psalm 91:11 promises For he will put his angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways. We pray they will be given discernment to make good choices and to walk in the counsel of the godly rather than the way of the world.
We also lift up your specific prayers for each child. For your daughter, we pray for a softening and transformation of her attitude, that she would grow in kindness, patience, and a gentle spirit which is precious in God's sight. We agree with your desire to see her dress in a way that honors her God-given femininity with modesty and beauty. 1 Timothy 2:9 teaches that women also adorn themselves in decent clothing, with modesty and propriety, and 1 Peter 3:3-4 speaks of the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. We pray she will find joy in who God created her to be and desire to honor Him in how she presents herself.
For your son, we thank God that he is fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14 says I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well. We pray for his communication and behavior to grow and mature, and for the Lord to grant him and you patience and wisdom each step of the way. James 1:5 says But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach; and it will be given to him. We pray for his health, happiness, and that he would grow into a godly man who loves the Lord with all his heart. We pray for both of your children to do well in school and to grow in knowledge, but most of all to grow in the wisdom that comes from above.
We pray for them to receive the fullness of what God offers His children - wisdom, faith, kindness, love, and above all salvation through Jesus Christ. Galatians 5:22-23 reminds us But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, and self-control. We pray the Holy Spirit will dwell with them always, leading them into all truth. And we pray for you as their parent, that God will strengthen your hands and give you grace as you teach them diligently. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 says These words, which I command you today, shall be on your heart; and you shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up.
Let us pray together.
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, thanking You for these two precious children You have entrusted to this parent. We ask You to hold their hands every step of the way, to cover them from the top of their heads to the soles of their feet with the precious blood of Jesus. Keep them from evil, keep their hearts from being drawn to what is impure, and keep them far from bad influences. Surround them with godly friends, teachers, and examples. Give them wisdom beyond their years to make good and righteous choices, and give them a love for Your Word.
Lord, we lift up this daughter to You. Soften her heart, transform her attitude for the better, and help her to walk in obedience, respect, and joy. Help her to embrace modesty and the beauty of the feminine heart You gave her, dressing in a way that honors You. We lift up this son to You, Lord. You know his special needs, his struggles with communication and behavior. We ask for Your healing touch, for growth, for breakthrough, and for Your peace upon him. Help him to grow strong, healthy, happy, and whole, and to know how deeply he is loved by You and by his family.
Pour out Your Holy Spirit upon both of them, Lord. Grant them salvation, faith, patience, kindness, and love. Let them do well in school and in life, but above all let them know You and walk with You all the days of their lives. Strengthen this parent with encouragement, endurance, and joy in the journey. We trust them into Your hands, believing that You who began a good work will perfect it. In Jesus' name we pray, amen.
Be encouraged and continue to pray without ceasing for them, for Philippians 4:6-7 says In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.