07/06/2023
Find a way to pray
There are many different ways you can structure your prayer time with kids. Here are a few ideas:
Five-finger prayer: Each finger represents a different thing to pray for. The thumb is closest to you so pray for those closest to you like your family and friends. The index is next, pray for those who teach you. The middle finger is tallest so reminds us to pray for those in authority, our leaders and government. The ring finger is our weakest finger so we pray for those who are weak, ill or struggling. Finally, our pinkie, the smallest, a prayer for ourself and our own needs.
Prayer prompts: Use prayer prompts to help guide your prayer time with kids. This works great for kids of all ages and is a format that grows with them. Some prompts to get you started: Thank You, God, for _______. I love You, God, because ______. I’m so glad You helped me with _______. God, please watch over ______. I’m sorry, God, that I ______. God, please bless _____.
Prayer walk: Go on a walk and as you see things stop and ask what it makes them think of. Then go to God in prayer. You can thank him for those things or pray for His help and care. For example, if you see birds, pray for our planet and thank God for His creation. Or if you see a neighbor on a walk, pray for them and your other friends.
Prayer list: Write down a list of people or things you want to pray for. Hang this list on the fridge or use it as a bookmark in your Bible.
Start simple, maybe try praying the Lords Prayer.
