Biblical Virtues to Pray for Our Children
1. Salvation - (Isaiah 12:2; 2 Timothy 2:10)
“Lord, let salvation spring up within _________, that he may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.”
2. Grow in Grace - (2 Peter 3:18)
“I pray that _________, may grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”
3. Love - (Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:2)
“Grant, Lord, that _________, may learn to live a life of love, through the Spirit who dwells in him.”
4. Honesty and Integrity - (Psalm 25:21)
“May integrity and honesty be to _________, a virtue and protection.”
5. Self-Control - (1 Thessalonians 5:6)
“Father, help _________, not to be like many others around him, but let him be alert and self-controlled and all he does.”
6. Love of God’s Word - (Psalm 19:10)
“May _________, grow to find Your Word more precious than much pure gold and sweeter than honey from the comb.”
7. Justice - (Psalm 11:7; Micah 6:8)
“God, help _________, to love justice as You do and act justly in all he does.”
8. Mercy - (Luke 6:36)
“May _________, always be merciful, just as his father is merciful.”
9. Respect [for self, others, and authority] - (1 Peter 2:17)
“Father, grant that _________, may show proper respect to everyone, as Your Word commands.”
10. Biblical Self-esteem - (Ephesians 2:10)
“Help _________, developed a strong self-esteem that is rooted in the realization that he is God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus.”
11. Faithfulness - (Proverbs 3:3)
“Let love and faithfulness never leave _________, but bind these twin virtues around his neck and write them on the tablet of his heart.”
12. Courage - (Deuteronomy 31:6)
“May _________, always be strong and courageous in his character and in his actions.”
13. Purity- (Psalm 51:10)
“Create in _________, a pure heart, O God, and let that purity of heart be shown in his actions.”
14. Kindness - (1 Thessalonians 5:15)
“Lord, may _________, always try to be kind to everyone.”
15. Generosity - (1 Timothy 6:18-19)
“Grant that _________, may be generous and willing to share, and so layup treasures for himself as a firm foundation for the coming age.”
16. Peace-loving - (Romans 14:19)
“Father, let _________, make every effort to do what leads to peace.”
17. Joy - (1 Thessalonians 1:6)
“May _________, be filled with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.”
18. Perseverance - (Hebrews 12:1)
“Lord, teach _________, perseverance in all he does and help him especially to run with perseverance the race marked out for him.”
19. Humility - (Titus 3:2)
“God, please cultivate in _________, the ability to show true humility towards all.”
20. Compassion - (Colossians 3:12)
“Lord, please clothe _________, with the virtue of compassion.”
21. Responsibility - (2 Corinthians 5:10)
“Grant that _________, may learn responsibility, for each one should carry his own load.”
22. Contentment - (Philippians 4:12-13)
“Father, teach _________, the secret of being content in all and every situation, through Him who gives him strength.”
23. Faith - (Luke 17:5-6; Hebrews 11:1-40)
“I pray that faith will find root and grow in _________, heart, that by faith he may gain what has been promised to him.”
24. A Servant’s Heart - (Ephesians 6:7)
“God, please help _________, develop a servant’s heart that he may serve wholeheartedly, as if he were serving the Lord and not man.”
25. Hope - (Romans 15:13)
“May the God of hope grant that _________, may overflow with hope and hopefulness by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
26. Willingness and ability to work - (Colossians 3:23)
“Teach _________ Lord, to value work and to work at it with all his heart, as working for the Lord and not for me.”
27. Passion for God - (Psalm 63:8)
“Lord, please instill in _________, a soul that ‘follows hard after you, one that clings passionately to You.”
28. Self-discipline - (Proverbs 1:3)
“Father, I pray that _________, may acquire a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair.”
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29. Prayerfulness - (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
“Grant, Lord, that _________, life may be marked by prayerfulness, and that he may learn to pray in the Spirit on occasions with all kinds of prayers.”
30. Gratitude - (Ephesians 5:20; Colossians 2:7)
“Help _________, to live a life that is always overflowing with thankfulness and always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
31. A Heart for Missions - (Psalm 96:3)
“Lord, please help _________, to develop a desire to see Your glory declared among the nations, Your marvelous deeds among the peoples.”