I found this today from an email I subcribe to that sent me to awana.org. I am thinking about trying to make this into a bookmark. It follows:
Sometimes I find it helpful to pray specifically for my two girls. Several years ago, I came across this list of 31 biblical virtues to pray for my kids. Perhaps it will encourage you to pray each day for your kids’ spiritual development.
1. Pray for a spirit of humility.
The willingness to submit—James 4:10
2. Pray for a spirit of reverence.
The fear of the Lord—Proverbs 9:10
3. Pray for a spirit of purity.
A desire to be clean—Matthew 5:8
4. Pray for a spirit of purpose.
A wisdom to set goals—Proverbs 4:25
5. Pray for a spirit of simplicity.
A lifestyle uncluttered—Romans 12:8
6. Pray for a spirit of commitment.
A dedication to the “cause”—Joshua 24:15
7. Pray for a spirit of diligence.
A willingness to work hard—2 Peter 1:5
8. Pray for a spirit of servanthood.
The ministry of helps—Galatians 6:9-10
9. Pray for a spirit of consistency.
The quality of faithfulness—James 1:8
10. Pray for a spirit of assurance.
A depth of faith—Hebrews 10:22
11. Pray for a spirit of availability.
A willingness to go—Isaiah 6:8
12. Pray for a spirit of loyalty.
A zeal for fidelity—Ruth 1:16
13. Pray for a spirit of sensitivity.
Openness of heart—Luke 10:30-37
14. Pray for a spirit of compassion.
Love in action—Mark 8:1-2
15. Pray for a spirit of tenderness.
A willingness to weep—2 Kings 22:19
16. Pray for a spirit of maturity.
The capacity to grow—Hebrews 5:12-14
17. Pray for a spirit of holiness.
Christ-like behavior—1 Peter 1:16
18. Pray for a spirit of reliability.
A depth of dependability—1 Corinthians 4:2
19. Pray for a spirit of revelation.
Learning to listen—Ephesians 1:15-18
20. Pray for a spirit of denial.
A sacrifice to surrender—Luke 9:23
21. Pray for a spirit of confidence.
A baptism of boldness—Philippians 4:13
22. Pray for a spirit of integrity.
The quality of truthfulness—Romans 12:17
23. Pray for a spirit of repentance.
A willingness to change—Luke 3:8
24. Pray for a spirit of trust.
A fearless reliance—Psalm 125:1
25. Pray for a spirit of submission.
Choosing to yield—Ephesians 5:21
26. Pray for a spirit of teachability.
A quality of meekness—Titus 3:2
27. Pray for a spirit of prayer.
A longing to wait—Isaiah 40:31
28. Pray for a spirit of unity.
A respect for others—1 Corinthians 1:10
29. Pray for a spirit of restoration.
A ministry of healing—Isaiah 61:1-2
30. Pray for a spirit of authority.
A capacity to command—Matthew 16:19
31. Pray for a spirit of generosity.
The desire to give—Matthew 10:8
How do you pray for your children? I would love to hear your comments!!!
