This post is all about prayers for teenagers
As a parent, grandparent, relative, friend, or guardian, you may feel called to pray for teenagers. Maybe you have a teenager in your life that is going through a tough time. Perhaps you are looking for ways to support them. Whatever the reason, know that praying for teenagers is important.
This post will explore benefits of this kind of prayer, give you seven prayer points, sample prayers, and much more to get you started!
Ready? Let’s go!
Importance of praying for teenagers
Teenage years are a time of significant change, transition, and growth. Teenagers are dealing with the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that come with puberty. They can easily become overwhelmed in a world filled with peer pressure and social media. They are also trying to figure out who they are and where they fit in the world. This can be a confusing and stressful time for them.
Therefore, prayer can be a lifeline for teenagers. Prayer can help them to find peace and calm in the midst of chaos and help to ground them and give them strength. Praying for our teenagers is crucial because it also gives us the opportunity to communicate with God on their behalf. We can intercede for their physical, emotional, and spiritual health. We can also ask God to give them wisdom and guidance as they navigate the teenage years.
Benefits of praying for teenagers
There are many benefits to praying for teenagers. I will only touch on five then dive into prayer points.
Prayer can help them:
- Better deal with stress and anxiety
- Have a more positive outlook on life.
- Make wiser decisions.
- Find the strength to resist peer pressure and negative influences.
- Feel closer to God and develop a deeper faith.
7 prayer points to help you pray for your teenager
Here are seven prayer points to help you pray for your teenager:
1. Pray that they will know God’s love for them
One of the most important things you can pray for your teenager is that they will know God’s love for them. You can pray that they will feel God’s love in their life and that it will be a source of strength and comfort for them. No matter what they are going through, God’s love never fails and is always there for them.
2. Pray that they will have wisdom and discernment
Another important thing to pray for your teenager is that they will have wisdom and discernment in their decisions. With the many choices they face in life, it is vital that they have the wisdom to know what is right and wrong. You can pray that God will give them wisdom and discernment in all areas of their life.
3. Pray for good friendships
Another vital prayer point for your teenager is that they will find friends who will encourage them in their faith. It is important for them to have friends who will support and encourage them in their walk with God. You can pray that they will find these kinds of friends and that they will be a source of encouragement for each other.
4. Pray that they will resist peer pressure and negative influences
One of the biggest challenges your teenager will face is peer pressure. There are many influences in their life that can lead them astray. You can pray that they will have the strength to resist these influences and that they will make wise choices.
5. Pray that they will have the courage to stand up for what is right
It takes a lot of courage to stand up for what is right, especially when everyone else is going against it. You can pray that your teenager will have the courage to stand up for their beliefs, even when it is not popular.
6. Prayer for peace when they feel anxious or stressed
Prayer can be incredibly helpful for teenagers who are experiencing stress or anxiety. It can help them to find peace and calm in the midst of their busy lives. When we pray for our teenagers, we are asking God to intervene in their lives and help them to find His peace.
7. Pray that they will be a light for Christ in their school and community
Finally, you can pray that your teenager will be a light for Christ in their school and community. You can pray that they will have opportunities to share their faith with others and that they will be bold in their witness for Christ.
Sample prayers for teenagers (based on prayer points)
You can use the following sample prayers based on some of the prayer points listed above. They are topic-specific.
Feel free to tweak them or incorporate them into an already existing prayer you have in mind. Be sure to ask for guidance from the Holy Spirit during prayer.
Sample Prayer #1: For Their Mental and Emotional Health
Heavenly Father, we lift up [insert name] to You. We ask that You would give them strength as they go through these sensitive years. We submit their emotional and mental well-being to you. We pray that they will find their identity in Christ alone. Help them know they are loved, valued, and worth more than anything the world has to offer. Guard their hearts and minds against the lies of the enemy, and help them to stand firm in their faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sample Prayer #2: For Their Protection
Heavenly Father, we pray for Your protection over [insert name]. We ask that You would surround them with Your hedge of protection. Keep them safe from all harm and danger. Guard their hearts, minds, and bodies against anything that would seek to do them harm. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sample Prayer#3: For Their Relationships
Heavenly Father, we pray for the relationships of [insert name]. We ask that You would help them to develop healthy and God-honoring relationships. We pray that they find friends who will encourage them in their faith and help them grow in their relationship with You. We pray asking and believing in your son Jesus Christ. Amen.
Sample Prayer#4: For Their Academics
Heavenly Father, we lift up [insert name]. We ask that You would help them to succeed in their academics. We pray that they will have wisdom and knowledge as they make decisions about their future. Help them to trust in You and lean on Your strength. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sample Prayer#5: For Their Career Aspirations
Heavenly Father, we lift up [insert name]. We ask that You would help them to know Your will for their lives. We pray that they will have clarity and direction as they make decisions about their future careers. Help them to trust in You and lean on Your strength. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sample Prayer #6: For Their Spiritual Lives
Heavenly Father, we lift up [insert name]. We ask that You would help them to grow in their relationship with You. We pray that they would have a hunger and thirst for righteousness. Help them be bold in their faith and always stand firm in what they believe. In the name of Jesus, Amen.
Sample Prayer #7: For Their Future
Heavenly Father, we lift up [insert name]. We ask that You would help them to know Your will for their lives. We pray that they will have clarity and direction as they make decisions about their future. Help them to trust in You and lean on Your strength. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Sample Prayer#8: Stress
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for being our constant source of strength and love. We know that you are aware of the pressures and stress that teenagers go through on a daily basis. Please grant [insert name] wisdom, courage, and peace as they navigate through these difficult times. May they always remember that your love for them is unending and that you are always with them. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible verses to support these prayers
There are numerous verses that are easy to memorize and incorporate into prayer! We can keep this in mind when praying for teenagers.
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28)
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:6 )
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
Prayer for prodigal teenagers
The prodigal son story (see Luke 15:11-32) is relevant to praying for teenagers. Why? The prodigal son story is a reminder that we should never give up on our teenagers, no matter how difficult they may be. As parents, we need to pray for our teenagers even when they seem to be beyond our reach. When we pray for our teenagers, we are praying that God will work in their lives and draw them back to Himself. We are praying that our teenagers will find their way back to the path of righteousness. And we are praying that our teenagers will experience the joy and peace that comes from a relationship with God.
The prodigal son story also teaches us that no matter how far our children stray, they are never too far from God’s love. This story also teaches us that we should never give up on our children, no matter how difficult they may be. As parents, we need to pray for our teenagers even when they seem to be beyond our reach.
When we pray for our teenagers, we are praying that God will work in their lives and draw them back to Himself. We are praying that our teenagers will find their way back to the path of righteousness. And we are praying that our teenagers will experience the joy and peace that comes from a relationship with God.
Prayer for wayward teenagers
Let’s also look at a quick verse:
“My wayward children,” says the Lord, “come back to me, and I will heal your wayward hearts.” Jeremiah 3:22
This verse from Jeremiah is a great reminder for us to pray for our teenagers. Just as the Lord promises to heal their wayward hearts, He also promises to hear our prayers for them. As we lift up our teenagers in prayer, we can trust that God is working in their lives even when we can’t see it.
Sample general prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You today, thanking You for the gift of our teenagers. We pray that they will grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with You and man. Lord, we ask that You would protect them from harm both physically and emotionally. We pray against any negative influences that may seek to harm them, and we ask for Your divine intervention in every situation they face.
Lord, we also lift up their academics and pray that they would be diligent students who excel in all they do. We pray that they would develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and come to know Him as their Savior. Grant them good friends who will encourage them on the path to righteousness.
Finally, we thank You for guiding our teenagers’ minds and hearts. We pray that they will make wise decisions that honor You and bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
And that’s it, folks, prayers for teenagers
Prayer is a powerful tool that we can use to help our teenagers navigate through these years. So, let’s commit to praying for them regularly.
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