Counsel #14 — Pray For Wisdom!

Picture: Counsel #14 — PRAY FOR WISDOM!CR 125.1

Prayer and trust in God for strength, wisdom, and comfort is important for both parents and children.CR 125.2

Praying with your elementary/middle school children and teaching them about prayer can help them develop a personal relationship with God. Sharing Bible stories can help your kids understand God's love and character and why He longs for communication with us.^{[118]https://www.ministerialassociation.org/pastoral-families/spouses/magazine/archives/2012/3/ways-to-pray-for-(and-with)-children}CR 125.3

Attending church services and participating in church activities can provide opportunities not just for spiritual growth and fellowship, but to learn more about prayer. Help your children understand that they are precious in God's eyes and that He desires a loving and fulfilling relationship with them. Encourage them to pray and seek guidance from God, and lead by example by demonstrating your own faith in Him in prayer and praise.^{[119]https://nwadventists.com/news/2023/05/teach-your-children-pray}CR 125.4

“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” James 1:5 NKJVCR 125.5

“Teach your children that it is their privilege to receive every day the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Let Christ find you His helping hand to carry out His purposes. By prayer you may gain an experience that will make your ministry for your children a perfect success.” Ellen White in The Adventist Home, p. 29CR 125.6

Reflect: Do you have one-on-one prayer time with each of your children and ask them to tell you what they'd like you to pray for?CR 125.7