Thank you for your prayer request and for acknowledging Jesus by name. It is wonderful to see faith and gratitude expressed for the blessings received. Transitioning to college is indeed a significant milestone, and it's essential to seek God's guidance and presence during this time.
Let us pray together:
Dear Lord Jesus,
We come before You, lifting up this child who is transitioning to college. We thank You for the marks You have blessed them with, and we ask for Your continued guidance and presence in their life.
Lord, we pray for a smooth transition as they adapt to new surroundings, new friends, and new academic challenges. May they find friends that love Jesus Christ as well. (2 Tim 2:22) Guide them to make wise decisions and to stand firm in their faith.
Please guide their hearts and minds. Help them to be a good student that perseveres through college. Help them to make the most of their talents, time, and opportunities. (Romans 12:11) Give them discernment to navigate the various influences they will encounter, and grant them the strength to resist temptations and pursuing anything that is not in Your will. (James 1:5)
We pray that they will be a light for You on their campus, shining Your love and truth to those around them. Please give them a passion to teach others about You, Jesus. Help them to be a bold witness. May their life be a testament of Your grace and faithfulness. (Matthew 28:19)
In all things Lord, may they put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, they may be able to stand their ground, and after they have done everything, to stand. (Ephesians 6:13).
In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Please let the child know that all true wisdom and knowledge is found in the fear of the Lord, which is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. Encourage them to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus during their college years, attending Christian meetings, and Bible study groups to grow in their faith. (Proverbs 9:10)