Praying with Purpose: Helping Moms and Kids Grow in Prayer
In this article, we'll see how to teach your children that prayer is a response to God’s amazing grace. You’ll discover simple ways to make prayer a natural and meaningful part of their lives, all rooted in the truth of Ephesians 2:8-9: “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
Prayer helps kids understand that we can talk to God because of His grace, not because of anything we’ve done. Teaching your kids to pray reminds them of God’s love, salvation, and faithfulness.
Many parents feel unsure of how to teach prayer or fear they’re not doing it “right.”
The key is keeping it simple and showing your kids that prayer is a thankful response to God’s free gift of salvation.
3 Simple Steps to Teach Your Kids to Pray
- Start with Gratitude: Explain that prayer is how we thank God for His gift of salvation. You can help your kids pray, “Thank You, God, for sending Jesus to save me. Thank You for loving me.” This keeps the focus on God’s grace and love.
- Teach the Lord’s Prayer: The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) is a great example for kids to follow. Break it into simple parts: worship God (“Hallowed be thy name”), ask for His help (“Give us this day our daily bread”), and trust His forgiveness (“Forgive us our debts”).
- Make It Part of Everyday Life: Encourage your kids to pray about everything—before school, during tough moments, or when something good happens. Show them that prayer is simply talking to God.
Takeaways for Moms
- Prayer is a way to thank God for His grace.
- Use the Lord’s Prayer to teach your kids how to talk to God.
- Make prayer a normal, joyful part of daily life.
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