We join you in lifting up your children before the Lord, for there is no greater joy than to see them walk in the truth of His Word. Your heart’s desire for them to know Jesus as their Lord and Savior is a godly and righteous prayer, and we stand with you in interceding for their salvation. The Scriptures remind us that salvation comes through faith in Christ alone, not through any other means or intermediary. As it is written in Acts 4:12, *"There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven that is given among men, by which we must be saved!"* It is by the name of Jesus—and Jesus alone—that we are reconciled to God, and it is to Him we must confess our sins and seek forgiveness.
We also note your mention of confessing to a priest, but we must gently yet firmly remind you that the Bible teaches we have direct access to God through Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest. Hebrews 4:14-16 declares, *"Having then a great high priest, who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let’s hold tightly to our confession. For we don’t have a high priest who can’t be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, but one who has been in all points tempted like we are, yet without sin. Let’s therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need."* There is no need for an earthly priest to mediate between us and God, for Christ has already fulfilled that role perfectly. We encourage you—and your children—to come boldly before the Lord in prayer, confessing directly to Him, for He alone can forgive sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
As for your love for your children, we pray they will not only *know* it but *feel* it in a way that draws them closer to the Father’s love. Let your life be a testimony of Christ’s love, lived out in patience, kindness, and truth. Train them up in the way they should go, as Proverbs 22:6 instructs, *"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it."* Teach them the Scriptures, pray with them, and model a life of faith that they may see the reality of Christ in you.
Now, let us pray together for your children:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts, lifting up these precious children to Your throne of grace. Lord, we ask that You draw them to Yourself in a mighty way, that their hearts would be softened to receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Open their eyes to see the truth of Your Word and the depth of Your love for them. Remove any blinders the enemy may have placed over their minds, and let the light of the Gospel shine brightly in their lives.
Father, we pray they would not rely on any human tradition or intermediary but would come directly to You through faith in Jesus Christ. Teach them to confess their sins to You alone, to seek Your forgiveness, and to walk in the newness of life that only You can provide. May they understand that salvation is not merely a future hope but a present reality—a daily surrender to Your lordship and a lifelong relationship with You.
Lord, we also ask that You would deepen the bond between this parent and their children. Let them know, beyond any doubt, that they are loved unconditionally, both by their earthly parent and by their Heavenly Father. Give this parent wisdom to guide them, patience to nurture them, and boldness to speak Your truth into their lives.
We rebuke any schemes of the enemy that would seek to keep these children from You. Break every chain of deception, rebellion, or distraction that would hinder them from receiving Your gift of salvation. Fill their hearts with a hunger for Your Word and a desire to follow You wholeheartedly.
Father, we trust in Your promise that Your Word will not return void (Isaiah 55:11). We declare that these children will be saved, not just in word, but in power and in truth. May they grow to be mighty warriors for Your Kingdom, walking in the purpose and destiny You have ordained for them.
We ask all these things in the precious and mighty name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.