The text of the prayer is included below:
Gracious God, as we begin this new school year, my heart is filled with gratitude for the gift of my child. I entrust my child, once again, into Your faithful and loving care as I send them to school. I bring the blood ofJesus, once more, over my child-their spirit, soul, body, heart, mind, and will. Fill my child afresh, today, Holy Spirit, and lead them deeper into Jesus. Protect and keep them safe from all harm.
I pray that every facet of their school experience would be a custom-made opportunity for my child to grow in friendship with Jesus and experience God’s transforming love.
Use their teacher to nurture a love for learning so they become a life-long learner who uses their knowledge and skills for the glory of God.
Holy Spirit, cultivate Christ-like character in my child so that the fruit of the Spirit is evident in their life. Give them increasing boldness to share the Gospel, in word and action, no matter the cost.
Provide my child with godly friends who make wise choices and encourage them in their faith.
Give my child a tender spirit and willingness to see and help any classmate in need.
Let Your joy be their strength and Your peace envelop them as they continue to grow in wisdom and stature this year.
May Your Kingdom come, this school year, and Your will be done, at our school, on Earth as it is in Heaven
S5E