time for pray for students

With the new school year about to begin and the competition of our back2school program, I am always encouraged to pray for students and educators. Dwane Massenburg is a ministry friend, and he shared a great guide to pray through.

Matthew 7:7-8 KJV

"Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened."

PRAY FOR OUR CHILDREN

To have alert, inquisitive minds towards the subject, and long attention spans

To come to school with a good attitude and respect for adults

For the ability to resist peer pressure

To respect each other as people so they can attend classes without bullying

PRAY WITH OUR CHILDREN

Lord, we pray that every parent would grab their child by the hand and get on their knees so their child will perceive the importance of prayer

That they would understand who You are, dear God, so they can seek Your face this year while they are learning

For safety around each school and each child

PRAY FOR OUR TEACHERS

Lord, give them wisdom and creativity to teach the subject and make it clear

Bless them with patience

Courage to discipline well

Love for the children and the task of teaching

We are asking, Lord. We are praying that by the end of this school year, all of our students will successfully transition to the next level. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

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