We all want the best for our kids. Yet there is so much in life that is just completely out of our control. I think it was the start of school that stirred this idea within me. Asher is now going 4 days a week. And while it’s only preschool, he’s now gone from me more. And I realize he’s not in the big old world yet, but soon enough he will be. I’ll blink and he’ll be in elementary, then middle, then high school. Then…oh I can’t even think about it yet.
Prayer is something I can control. My redheads on the other hand…
I have zero control of God, obviously. He is sovereign in all things. But I can control how much I devote myself to prayer, and specifically, praying for my kids.
Couple of things I’m doing and hope they encourage you, too:
- I’ve chosen a verse I say to Ash every day before school. He now asks for it- pretty awesome, if you ask me. It may be the same on the entire year. Or his entire school career, who knows. Matthew 5:16- “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” (ESV)
- This leads to scripture memorization. I know that I brought this up in my woman of prayer post. Yes, while he’s only 5, Asher can remember a lot of things. I do want him to learn to remember scripture. And I need to model it. I honestly feel like my brain is getting worse over time. Yet, loving people have reminded me that I have a 5 and 2 year old and am always keeping track of like 800 things at once, and this season will pass. Maybe my memory will come back a bit?? Either way, I need to try to make scripture memorization a priority in my life.
- Go with your mom gut. You know your kids best. Yet, if you feel you’d like a little guidance, have you heard of the book The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Ormartian?? Amazing. Like God used this woman in big ways through writing books. And, as she is a mom herself, she breaks things down into bite sized pieces, because I’m guessing she remembers not being able to finish any simple task without a child needing you. So reading more than like 3 pages is unrealistic. She breaks the book down into about 30 sections- perfect for one a day in a month. Or 6 months- I’m not judging. This will get you praying for all kinds of things for your kiddos.
- Join other moms and pray. Thing are always fun with friends. And take it a step further by praying for schools. I recently heard about Moms in Prayer International. It’s not rocket science to pray for your kiddo’s school, but man the way they have things organized- globally- is legit.
I’m sure I’ve just scratched the surface on what we can do to prayerfully support our kids. I’d love to hear any other ideas y’all have!!
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