10 Prayer Points For My Children

One of the most constant realities of parenthood is worry. From the moment your child enters the world – innocent, fragile, and completely dependent on you, your heart becomes permanently tied to their well-being. As parents and caregivers, it’s our responsibility to teach them what is right, to protect them, nurture them, guide them, and love them unconditionally.

You provide for their needs, offer encouragement, train them up in the way they should go, and shield them from harm as best as you can. And yet, even with all that effort, it’s hard not to worry. Because deep down, you know there are so many things beyond your control.

No matter how prepared you try to make them, you can’t be with your child every moment of every day. You worry about the decisions they’ll face. Will they make the right choices? You worry about the people they meet. Will those people bring good or harm into their lives? You worry about their health, their safety, their future, everything.

But as a Christian parent, there’s a greater truth to hold onto: you are not alone in caring for your child. God, the One who is all-knowing, ever-present, and all-powerful, is with them even when you cannot be. Instead of allowing worry to consume your heart, turn that energy into prayer. Take your concerns to the Lord, and entrust your child into His capable hands.

Prayer is one of the most powerful gifts you can offer your child. When you pray, you are placing them under divine protection, wisdom, and favour. God sees where you cannot, and He works in ways that you never could.

Just as important as praying for your child is teaching them how to pray for themselves. Whether it’s a simple, short prayer or guiding them into personal conversations with God, helping your child develop a relationship with their Creator will empower them. It gives them confidence and peace, especially in moments when you’re not there, because they’ll know they are never truly alone, God is always with them.

Below are some heartfelt prayer points you can pray over your child, and also share with them as they learn to grow in faith.

10 Prayer points for children

1. Wisdom

Wisdom is one of the greatest gifts your child can have. Every action starts with a decision, and those decisions, big or small, can shape the course of a child’s life. Praying for wisdom means asking God to help your child make sound, godly choices that lead them in the right direction. It’s not just about schoolwork or clever thinking, but about cultivating discernment, understanding, and the ability to do what is right, even when it’s hard.

2. Good Health and Strength

A healthy body and mind form the foundation for everything else. When children are strong and healthy, they can learn, play, grow, and enjoy life to the fullest. Praying for their health is more than asking for healing when they’re unwell, it’s about asking for divine preservation and physical strength to meet the demands of everyday life. This includes emotional and mental health too, which are just as important.

3. Courage and Confidence

The world can be overwhelming, even for adults, so imagine how it feels for a child. Children often face fears, uncertainties, and pressures that can shake their confidence. Whether it’s anxiety about school, friendships, or new experiences, your child needs the inner courage to face life with boldness. Confidence helps them believe in who they are, and courage gives them the strength to step into new or difficult situations without fear.

4. Peace

Many people overlook how much children can worry. From school stress to family changes or social pressures, children can carry heavy emotional loads. Peace is more than the absence of noise or conflict, it’s a calm heart and a settled mind. Praying for peace over your child helps them feel safe, loved, and secure, no matter what circumstances they face.

5. Protection

As a parent, it’s impossible to be with your child at all times, but God can. That’s why praying for their protection is essential. Children are vulnerable, whether physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Asking God to be their refuge ensures they are covered wherever they go, on the road, at school, at home, or even in their sleep. This also includes protection from harmful influences and unseen dangers.

6. Their Education

Children spend a significant portion of their lives learning from school, home, and their surroundings. Their education shapes not only their future but their worldview. It’s important to pray that they gain understanding, retain knowledge, and are motivated to learn. But equally important is that they’re surrounded by teachers, mentors, and peers who will guide and influence them in the right way. The right environment is crucial for both academic and spiritual growth.

7. Their Future

Every child has a unique path laid out by God. You may not know exactly what that looks like, but you can pray that God’s perfect will comes to pass in your child’s life. Their future involves more than career or financial success, it includes their spiritual walk, relationships, purpose, and impact on the world. Praying for their future is about surrendering their journey to God and trusting Him to lead them well.

8. Friendships

The people your child surrounds themselves with can have a powerful impact on their character and choices. Children are highly impressionable, and even one toxic friendship can lead them down the wrong path.

Praying for their friendships is a way to ask God to bring good, godly people into their lives, friends who build them up, share their values, and help them grow in faith. It’s also about praying that your child learns to recognise harmful influences and make wise choices about who they allow into their circle.

9. Love

Love is central to everything we do as Christians. Pray that your child knows they are deeply loved by God, by their family, and by the people around them. When children understand they are loved, they develop healthy self-worth and confidence.

Also pray that they grow into loving individuals, kind, compassionate, and generous with others. A child full of love is more likely to build meaningful relationships and reflect Christ in their everyday life.

10. Joy and Happiness

Children are meant to be joyful, but unfortunately, many experience sadness, anxiety, or even depression. Sometimes this is visible, but often it goes unnoticed. Praying for your child’s joy means asking that their heart remains light, their spirit lifted, and that they have a positive outlook on life, even when things aren’t perfect. Joy doesn’t just come from happy moments—it comes from knowing they are safe, loved, and supported, no matter what.

By covering these areas in prayer, you’re not just speaking blessings over your child—you’re actively inviting God into every part of their life. These prayer points are more than a checklist; they are a daily reminder that while we may not have control over everything, we serve a God who does. Keep praying, keep trusting, and never underestimate the power of a praying parent.

Prayers for children

For wisdom

Heavenly Father,
I pray for my children today
I pray that you open their eyes and minds to see through their journey in this world
I pray you help them grow in your wisdom and power
Give them the spirit to discern between good and evil
Give them the brains to do well in school
Guide them to make good choices
Let them stand out in everything they do
Bless their ways and order their steps so they are not lost
Thank you for answering my prayer in Jesus’ name,
Amen

Strength and health

Dear Lord,
Thank you for blessing me with these kids
I pray for their bodies
I pray for your divine healing on their bodies 24/7
Help them recover from any ailment in their bodies
Give them the power to fend off any infections or abnormalities within their body
Protect them from physical harm
Help them grow in your divine strength
Bless them with a healthy life from their childhood to their adulthood
Thank you for hearing my prayer in Jesus’ name
Amen

Prayer for your children to be united

Gracious God,
I come before you today to pray for my children
I pray that you will help them to grow in love and unity
Fill their hearts with love and understanding for each other
Let them find a friend in each other and be there for each other
Teach them to forgive and not hold grudges against each other
Teach them to treat each other with love and respect
I destroy whatever seed of discord that the devil have sowed between them
I pray against any enemy who wants them divided
Let the works of the evil one in their life be futile
Deliver and protect them from all evil
In Jesus’ mighty name I pray,
Amen

Prayer for your children’s future

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for the life of my children
Thank you for guiding and protecting them always
Thank you for all that you do for them
I pray that you continue to guide them in all their doings
Help them walk on the path that you have made for them
Lead them to the future that you have prepared for them
Protect them from evil
Be their strength when they are weak
Be their comforter when they are sad
Be their courage when they are afraid
Fill their hearts with hope for the future
Open their eyes to see what bright future you have in store for them
Open their mind and their heart to your words, so that they can walk in your light.
Let your will be done in their life, now and forever
Amen.

Prayer for a child in the womb

Dear father
Thank you for this gift in my womb
Thank you for blessing us with this seed
I pray for your divine protection and guidance for this new life in me
Give it all the nutrients and vitamins it needs to survive
Grant me the strength to remain healthy for it
Carry me through safely these 9 months safely
Remove any impending accidents that could harm this baby
Save me from the plans of the evil one concerning this baby
Let me meet my baby in one holy piece
Amen

Prayer for a sick child

Father Lord,
I pray for my child today
She has been diagnosed with a disease
That is just a physical diagnosis
You Lord are the creator of the entire universe
Only you can create and destroy
You made my baby
You raised people from the dead
You can make my baby well
Please make her well
Let my baby enjoy the life you created for her
Grant her your divine healing and let her live a long healthy life
Thank you for answering my prayer,
Amen

Prayer for the schooling child

Heavenly Father
Thank you for the lives of my children
Thank you that they have grown in strength and grace
They are in school now,
I pray for your divine protection and guidance during their time in school
Keep them from violence, remove any accidents from their path
Help them focus on their studies
Remove any distraction that will retard their progress in school
Help them graduate successfully without any problems
In jesus’ name,
Amen

Prayer for the child struggling in school

Dear Lord,
I commit my child to your care
He has been struggling to maintain his focus in school
His schoolwork is suffering as a result
You Lord can change anything
Bless my child with your divine wisdom
Help him keep his focus on the right things
Help him develop a healthy attitude towards learning
Grant him understanding for what he learns
Transform him into a bright and brilliant kid
Help him grow in excellence to achieve the goals you have set in his life
Amen

Prayer for the bullied child

Father Lord,
Thank you for the life of my child
She isn’t herself anymore
She is shattered by fear every time she comes home
She is being maltreated in school
Please give her the strength to stand up to bullies
Give her the power to realize that she is a strong creation
Help her overcome whatever problems she is facing at school
Guide and protect her from any incidents that will be problematic for her education
Help her get the courage to report any inappropriate behavior towards her
Help her grow with the courage to be herself and face life without any scars
In Jesus name, I pray,
Amen

Prayer for the emotionally isolated child

Heavenly Father,
Help my child feel secure with me
Help him share any problems he is facing with me
Help him not isolate from us
Help him not feel unwanted
Help him with his social life
Help him not withdraw to himself
Help my child realize that he is loved and appreciated
Dismiss any mental blocks that his hindering his confidence
Bless him so he can reach his true potential,
Amen

Prayer for the emotionally scarred child

Dear Lord,
Thank you for raising my child with your word and wisdom
She has become a little distant lately
It’s like she has gone through or seen something she shouldn’t have
Please help her know she doesn’t have to go through this alone
Help her understand that she needs to share this with us
Give her the strength to want to talk about this
Help her with the courage to deal with this and move on with her life
If she is still going through it help us find out what it is and stop it
I pray for your guidance to help her through this
I pray that you give her the courage to move past this so it does not affect her in the future
Thank you for hearing my prayer through Jesus Christ, our Lord,
Amen

Prayer for a child in bad company

Heavenly Father
I pray today for my child
She has recently fallen into some bad company
This is changing her behavior and attitude
I pray that you help her discern between a good company and a bad company
Help her form attachments that will be academically, spiritually, and mentally beneficial
Remove her from friends that will lead her into dark paths
Give her the wisdom to know what is right for herself so she can make good decisions
Help her reject bad advice
Help her focus on what is important
Thank you for answering my prayer in Jesus’ name,
Amen