31 days: Day 31



Day 31:  Let's pray for our children's relationship with God. 

One of the most important things we can pray for our children is that they will have a personal relationship with God.

Pray for your child to be filled with love for God and that they will know God's real presence in his/her life.  Pray for your child to seek a personal relationship with God.  Pray that they will learn as they grow daily how much God loves him/her. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 30



Day 30:  Let's pray for college students today.
I have several friends who have taken a child off to college this semester.  These families have been on my heart and mind.

Pray for college students as they adjust to life away from home in a new setting.  Pray for them to make friends.  Pray for God to put mentors in their life as they are away from home who can look after them and be an encouragement to them in a personal way.  Pray for them to find a new church home.  Pray for them to be blessed financially as they seek a degree and that if they are looking that they will be able to find a job in their new city.   

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 29



Day 29:  Let's pray for protection for our children.

Pray for them to be safe as they travel to and from school.  Pray for their physical safety as they are at school.  Pray for them to feel safe so they will be able to learn.  Pray for them to be protected from the lies of the enemy.  Pray that God will watch over him/her, remembering how much He loves your child, even move than you do. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 28



Day 28:  Let's pray for our children to find and use their talents.

As parents we need to encourage our children to figure out what their talents are and find ways to use those talents.  I do NOT think this means we need to sign our kids up for every event and lesson possible.  Kids need time to be a kid.  But we can encourage them in their interests and help them develop those skills.

Pray for your child to recognize their talents and the areas they excel.  Pray that they realize it is okay to not be the "best" at every thing they do and that others will win sometimes.  Pray that they will find ways to use their talents for God's glory. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 27



Day 27:  Let's pray for our children to honor and respect their parents and teachers. 

Pray for children to honor their parents.  Pray they will obey the rules of the school and the home.  Pray they will see the importance of honor and respect and want to obey.
Thank you for joining me in prayer this month!
Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 26



Day 26:  Let's pray for our children to have a desire to learn.

Attitude can make a huge difference in the classroom (for both the teacher and the students). 

Pray that your child will want to learn new things and be excited about school.  Pray that the teacher will encourage this desire to learn and have high expectations for your child.  Pray that your child will learn new things this year and be a clear mind and able to learn. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 25



Day 25:  Let's pray for our children to be a light in the darkness.

I have learned that in public schools our son will see and hear things he has not been exposed to at school and I'm sure this will continue as he is older. 

Pray for your child to be different, to be a light amidst the darkness, to be bold and not afraid to stand for truth and doing what is right.  Pray for others to notice something different about them in how they handle situations. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 24



Day 24:  Let's pray for our children's health.

Pray for your child to make healthy choices and look for ways you can encourage healthy choices in activities and meals.  Pray for your child to learn and practice healthy habits like teeth brushing, getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating healthy foods.  Pray for your child to feel well and rested each morning to go to school so he/she can learn.

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 23



Day 23:  Let's pray for our children's friendships.

As we all know friends are such an important part of life.  It is important to pray about this part of your child's life as well.

Pray for your child to have friendships with those who will be a good influence on them, who will have high standards and morals, who will be an encouragement to your child.  Pray that your child will be a good friend and seek out friendships with the new students or lonely students. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 22



Day 22:  Let's pray for our children on their first day of school.

Around here school is starting this week, today in fact!  So let's pray for our children to have a smooth start to the new school year. 

Pray for them to be peaceful as they enter a new classroom and have a new teacher, possibly even a new campus.  Pray for those who are going to school for the first time, that it will be a fun experience for them and they will have a fun first day.  Pray for the children to have a smooth transition from their summer activities to being back in the routine of school. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 21



Day 21:  Let's pray for our children to be blessed this school year.

As we begin praying for our children, let's pray they have a blessed school year.  Pray for your child(ren) and grandchild(ren) by name asking God to bless their year with new things and that they will be successful. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 20



Day 20:  Let's pray for college professors.

I did not want to leave out college professors as we pray for our schools as these are important too! 

Please join me today in saying a prayer for those who teach at the college level. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 19



Day 19:  Let's pray for high school teachers.

Pray for them to make a difference in the lives of their students.  Pray that they will be interested in their students' lives and that they care for them.   Pray as they prepare lessons that they will think of things to reach all the learners in their classroom.  Pray that they will take a personal interest in the lives of those students who don't have many friends or parental support. 

Thank you for praying with me.  Soon I'll be listing specific prayers for students. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 18



Day 18:  Let's pray for junior high teachers.

I remember all the changes that happened in junior high....new teachers, changing classes, new buildings.  I had some great teachers during this time (and honestly some that weren't so great as well).  I never did love history and having coaches as teachers did not help.  I never thought I learned anything.  I will say that my 7th grade Texas history teacher was wonderful though and I still remember things I learned from him. 

Today let's pray for junior high teachers.  Pray for them to be a positive influence in the lives of their students as the students may be struggling through puberty and problems with friends.  Pray for them to strive to make a positive difference and treat students equally. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 17



Day 17:  Let's pray for elementary teachers.

Do you have a favorite elementary teacher?  What did she (or he) do that makes you remember that class to this day? 

I was blessed with many wonderful teachers through elementary school.  I think I remember certain things about each one even now.  Like in 5th grade when we had a talent show at the end of the school year and our teacher played the guitar and sang a song (I believe it was a hymn but I don't recall which one).  Or the apple theme my 2nd grade teacher had at the beginning of the year each year  (And now I have her Mrs. P apple....do you know that story!?)

Today pray for the elementary teachers to have a blessed school year.  Pray for them to enjoy their jobs and be excited about teaching.  I've heard so many elementary teachers who don't enjoy teaching anymore because of the testing and paperwork demands that seem to overtake getting to teach.
Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days Day 15



Day 15:  Let's pray for first year teachers.

I remember well preparing for my the first day of school in my first classroom.  What a busy, exciting time that was for me!  I was thankful to have a teaching job!

As part of my teacher education courses we talked a lot about first day experiences.  Routine is so important.  As a teacher you need to have things in place at the beginning of the year so you will have a solid start to the school year. Many times teachers are unprepared for the first of school because they've never experienced a first day before!  There are so many things you have to think about and plan. You learn as you go and write down things that worked or didn't work so you will know what to use or not use in the future.

Today pray for first year teachers. Pray for them to not be stressed by the many tasks they must complete before the first day.  Pray that they will be able to have the time and resources needed to set up their classroom.  Pray for them to be calm and not scared going into the first day.  Pray that their first year will be a success and they will touch many lives. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 14



Day 14:  Let's pray for homeschooling families.

I have many friends who are homeschooling families.  I did not want to neglect to include these families in our prayers for our schools because I think this is an important part of our society. 

Pray for these families to keep their commitment to homeschool and that they don't grow weary of what they are doing.  Pray for them to have support of fellow homeschoolers where they can get new ideas and share struggles.  Pray for them to be serious about what they are doing in educating their children and realize the valuable contribution they are making. 

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 13



Day 13:  Let's pray for your child's teacher.

I think it is important to pray for all teachers but especially your own child's teacher.

You may not know your child's teacher by name for the new school year but you can still pray for that person.  Then continue to pray for him/her throughout the year.  You could even have a schedule to pray for a different teacher each day of the week.  For example, if you have an elementary child you could pray for homeroom teacher on Monday, music teacher on Tuesday, PE teacher on Wednesday, etc.  For older kids you could pray for one teacher of each subject on each of the various days of the week.  This would be a good way to remind yourself to always be praying for them.

Pray for your child's teacher to be a positive influence in the education of your child.  Pray for him/her to be a good match for your child in personality and classroom management.  Pray for the teacher to love what he/she does and for that love to be passed on to your child. 

Thank you for joining me in prayer!

Have a day of blessings!
 

31 days: Day 12



Day 11:  Let's pray for the special education teachers. 

We have so many children with special needs, be it learning disabilities or physical handicaps.  I have seen several teachers through the years who do an excellent job in working with these children.  The main thing I notice is that they are full of love for their students.    

Pray for these teachers that they will be full of love and kindness.  Pray that they will be able to handle the trying situations they face with a positive attitude.  Pray that they will have support and help from the parents of their students. 

Have a day of blessings!

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31 days: Day 11



Day 11:  Let's pray for the teachers of the arts--music, band, art, theater, etc.

I was in choir from 6th grade through 12th.  I had the same choir director, a wonderful lady who is also a friend.  I learned so much from her and am blessed to have been in her choirs.  We made many wonderful memories together in our contests, performances, and visits to Carnegie Hall in New York City! 

It makes me sad that in many schools the arts are one area that are the first to face financial cuts.  These areas are just so important in the education of a child, and I can't understand how those making the decisions can cut the arts while not cutting certain other areas (like football in Texas! but that would be another post). 

Pray for these teachers that they will realize how vital they are in the education of children...whatever level they may be.  Pray for them as they plan the activities and performances of the year that these activities will be blessed and enjoyed by many as well as being educational for the students.

Have a day of blessings!

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