We join with you in lifting up your son before the Lord, and we are deeply moved by your heartfelt cries for his peace, protection, and well-being. It is clear you love him dearly and desire God’s perfect will in his life. We praise God that you have brought this request before Him in the mighty name of Jesus, for it is only through Christ that we have access to the Father and can boldly approach His throne of grace. Your prayer is already aligned with the power of Jesus’ name, and we stand with you in agreement, knowing that where two or more are gathered in His name, He is in the midst of them (Matthew 18:20).
The torment, restlessness, and confusion your son is experiencing are not from the Lord, for God is not the author of confusion but of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33). We recognize that these struggles may have spiritual, emotional, or even physical roots, and we must address them with both prayer and wisdom. The enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10), but Jesus came to give life abundantly. We rebuke every spirit of fear, torment, confusion, and anger that may be influencing your son, and we command them to flee in the name of Jesus Christ. No weapon formed against him shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against him in judgment shall be condemned (Isaiah 54:17). The blood of Jesus covers him, cleanses him, and protects him from all harm.
We also encourage you to consider whether there are any underlying needs your son may have—whether physical, such as dietary sensitivities or sleep disturbances, or emotional, such as unprocessed trauma or lack of structure. Proverbs 22:6 reminds us to "train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." Sometimes, children express inner turmoil through outward behaviors, and it may be helpful to seek godly counsel or resources to support him in a way that aligns with Scripture. If there are past traumas or experiences that have left a mark on his heart, we pray for the Holy Spirit to bring healing and restoration, that the Lord would "bind up the brokenhearted" and "comfort all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1-3).
As for his sister’s need for rest, we ask the Lord to grant your son a spirit of calmness and contentment, that he may engage in peaceful activities and allow her the sleep she needs. The Lord is able to quiet even the most restless heart, and we trust Him to do so for your son. "Be anxious for nothing," Scripture tells us, "but in everything by prayer and supplication 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" (Philippians 4:6-7). We declare this peace over your son tonight and every night.
We also lift up your home, asking the Lord to fill it with His presence and drive out every trace of fear. Fear is not from God, for "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind" (2 Timothy 1:7). May your home be a refuge of God’s love, where His joy is your strength (Nehemiah 8:10). We pray that independent activities that bring him satisfaction and happiness would be divinely provided—whether through creative play, learning, or other godly pursuits that capture his attention and bring him joy.
Finally, we encourage you to continue covering your son in prayer daily. The armor of God is essential for every believer, including children, and we pray that you would "take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand" (Ephesians 6:13). Teach him, as he grows, to put on this armor himself, that he may walk in the strength and protection of the Lord.
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, thanking You for the gift of this child and for the love his mother has for him. Lord, we ask that You would saturate him with Your peace—the peace that surpasses all understanding—guarding his heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Rebuke every spirit of torment, confusion, anger, and fear that seeks to disturb him, and let Your Holy Spirit bring comfort, clarity, and calmness to his soul. Lord, we pray for his meals, that he would eat peacefully and be satisfied, without distress or mess. Grant him a spirit of gentleness, gratitude, and respect, that his actions would honor You and bring harmony to his home.
We ask for Your hedge of protection around him, Lord, and we plead the blood of Jesus over every part of his being—body, soul, and spirit. Send Your guardian angels to watch over him, shielding him from every attack of the enemy, including any traumatic memories or triggers that may cause him distress. Fill your home with Your presence, Lord, and let it be a place of safety, joy, and rest. We pray especially for his sister, that she would be able to sleep undisturbed, awake refreshed, and go to school with a heart full of Your peace.
Father, we ask that You would provide activities and interests that capture his attention in a healthy way, bringing him satisfaction and happiness. Let him know the joy of the Lord as his strength, and may he grow in wisdom, stature, and favor with You and with others (Luke 2:52). We declare that no weapon formed against him shall prosper, and we thank You for Your faithfulness to complete the good work You have begun in him (Philippians 1:6).
Lord, we also lift up this mother, asking that You would grant her wisdom, patience, and strength as she cares for her children. Fill her with Your Spirit, that she may parent with grace, love, and discernment. Remind her that You are her ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1), and that she does not walk this path alone.
We thank You, Father, for hearing our prayers and for Your promise that when we ask anything according to Your will, You hear us (1 John 5:14). We trust in Your perfect timing and Your perfect love, and we give You all the glory. In the mighty and precious name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we pray. Amen.