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Prayer
In the Word
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:7).
Of the Word
Christian parents pray with their children and encourage them to pray in their own words from an early age. Prayers are said at mealtimes, at bedtime, and anytime in between. When major decisions or times of crisis occur, prayer is the first thought for Christians.
God promises to hear and answer all the prayers of His people for the sake of His Son Jesus, our Savior and Redeemer. He wants us to come to Him with our needs, requests, praises, and thanksgivings. The Apostle Paul encouraged the Christians at Thessalonica to … pray continually … (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Parents who openly turn to God in prayer and listen to His answers through His Word establish a foundation of prayer their children will use throughout their lives.
Stretch your faith-filled parenting: End one of your mealtimes with a circle prayer around the table. Encourage each member of the family to contribute to the prayer.
Walking with my Lord
Heavenly Father, help me to remember to bring everything to You in prayer. I trust Your answer will be one that fulfills Your good and gracious will for my life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Mustard Seed: Faith-Filled Parenting. Authors: Rev. Larry and Shari Miller. 15/32 ©2009 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 801 Seminary Place Ste. L010, St. Louis, MO 63105. www.lwml.org
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