As Christian parents, we all want what’s best for our children – we strive to facilitate protection, wisdom, joy, and a deep, lasting relationship with Jesus. But ultimately, these things aren’t in our control, no matter how well we try, no matter how intensely we plan, and no matter how much we worry when things seem to go wrong. Parenting can be overwhelming, and as much as we know we should pray, sometimes, we just don’t know what to say or how to start. That’s where the power of God’s Word comes in. Praying Scripture over your child not only guides your words – it anchors your heart in truth, and provides peace and perspective in the process.
Whether your child is learning to walk, heading off to preschool, or still snuggling in your arms, these seven daily scriptures will help you cover them in prayer with purpose and confidence.
Why Pray Scripture Over Your Child?
Praying Scripture is powerful because it reminds us that God’s promises are already true as we seek to raise our children to love Christ. We don’t have to worry or wonder about what will happen because ultimately, it’s in God’s hands and we know he is so good. When we use his Word in prayer:
- We remind ourselves of God’s will, and align ourselves with it personally and as parents.
- We gain strength and peace through the challenging and uncertain days.
- We speak life and truth into our child’s heart and future.
It doesn’t have to be complicated – just intentional. One verse a day is enough to build a habit and create a rhythm of prayer in your parenting journey.
7 Daily Scriptures to Pray Over Your Child
Use these verses as daily themes and starting points to guide your prayers. Speak them over your child, whisper them during bedtime, or pray them silently while folding laundry. The goal is simple: invite God into your child’s life – daily.
Monday – For Protection
Psalm 91:11 – “For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.”
Prayer: Lord, thank you for watching over my child. Please send your angels to guard them – at home, at play, and everywhere they go. Keep their body, mind, and spirit safe in your care. Amen.
Tuesday – For Wisdom
James 1:5 – “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.”
Prayer: Father God, I pray my child will grow in wisdom, even now. Help them to know right from wrong and to seek you when they need guidance. Fill their heart with godly understanding. Amen.
Wednesday – For Kindness and Love
Ephesians 4:32 – “Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.”
Prayer: Jesus, teach my child to be kind. Soften their heart toward others. Let them reflect your love in the way they speak, share, and treat their friends and family. Amen.
Thursday – For Faith
Hebrews 11:1 – “Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.”
Prayer: Lord, grow a strong, lasting faith in my child. Help them to believe in you deeply, know your love for them, and to trust that you are always near. Amen.
Friday – For Obedience and Respect
Ephesians 6:1 – “Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do.”
Prayer: God, shape my child’s heart to be one that listens and obeys with love. Give me patience and grace to lead them well, and help us both to honour you in our relationship. Amen.
Saturday – For Joy and Peace
Romans 15:13 – “I pray that God, the source of hope will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Prayer: Father, let my child be filled with the true joy and peace that is found only in you. Calm their worries and fears, and teach them to find joy and fulfilment not in things, but in you. Amen.
Sunday – For Their Future
Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.”
Prayer: Thank you, God, that you already hold my child’s future. I trust you with their life, their calling, and every step they will take. Lead them into the plans you have prepared for them. Amen.
How to Make Prayer a Daily Habit
Building a prayer habit for your child doesn’t have to be intimidating. Here are some simple ways to weave these verses into your week:
- Pick a time that works – during your morning coffee, car rides, or bedtime cuddles.
- Keep the verses visible – on the fridge, mirror, or in your phone.
- Pray out loud with your child – speaking words out loud is powerful and it shows your child what you hope for them. Plus, it helps your child to learn how to pray through your modelling.
- Write down your prayers – use a journal to come back to your prayers to see how God has answered them over time.
Trusting God with Your Child, One Prayer at a Time
Parenting is a sacred calling, and prayer is one of our most powerful tools. You don’t have to have all the answers. (Because our Father God does!) You don’t have to be the perfect parent. (Because our Father God is!) Just show up, with your Bible and your heart open, and invite God to work in you and your child’s life – one verse, one day, one prayer at a time.
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