Prayers for Your Adult Children
A Thirty-Day Devotional
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CHOICES
If you think back to when you were a young adult, I’m sure we can all think of times in our lives when we made poor choices. That is just what it was--your choice. God gave all of us free will. So how do we stand by and watch our children make destructive choices that affect not just them, but all those around them: spouses, children, friends, parents and co-workers.
We can try talking, yelling, crying, guilt, or bargaining, but it probably won’t work. Change has to come from the heart. We can’t change their hearts; only God can. Deuteronomy 30:6 “The Lord your God will change your heart and the hearts of all your descendants, so that you will love him with all your heart and soul and so you may live!”
So, what can we do? Start by praying and learning the many promises God has given us in his Word. Not sure how to pray? Review the example below to help you get started. God loves them and wants to restore them. He sees exactly what is going on in their lives and loves them anyway. Isaiah 54:13 “I will teach all your children, and they will enjoy great peace.” We serve a mighty God who has put the sun and moon in the sky, created the earth, parted the seas, tells the wind where to go, and yet speaks to us in a small, still voice. Listen for his voice. He will guide you. As we learn to turn over to him our fears, hurts, and doubts, we will find our joy and peace returning. Psalms 46:10 “Be still, and know that I am God!” God hears your prayers. Rest in him. You will see change, but it may just start in you.
While your adult children are making their choices, we can make our own.
Instead of Worry, I choose to Trust God to give them wisdom to make right choices.
Instead of Fear, I choose to have Faith that God is working for their good.
Instead of Anger, I choose to show Love, by my words and actions.
Instead of Nagging or Complaining, I choose to Listen more and talk less.
Instead trying to Fix the problem, I choose to Let Go and Let God Work.
What choices can you make today to turn the situation over to God? Here is a great quote from Joyce Meyers: “Help them be all they can be, not what we want them to be.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.”
Romans 8:28 “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”
Deuteronomy 10:12 “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you? He requires only that you fear the Lord your God, and live in a way that pleases him, and love him and serve him with all your heart and soul.”
John 15:16 “You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name.”
Prayer: Lord, I pray for my children. Give them wisdom to make right choices. Help them to have a deeper understanding of who you are and how great your love is for them. Surround them with godly people to encourage and inspire them to live for you. When they make wrong choices, show them how to turn it around and make it right. Be glorified in their lives. I choose to trust you with my children. I choose not to worry but to find rest in your promises. Thank you for your endless love for us.
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Our families need prayer now more than ever. The US Census Bureau has determined that one-third of American millennials (ages 18–34) still live with their parents. Almost daily we are hearing reports on the news about the rise in drug use. Are you worried about the life choices your adult children are making? Are you helping or enabling your children? Do you question if God’s at work in their lives when you don’t see your prayers being answered?
This thirty-day devotional will help you learn to draw strength from God one day at a time. With over two hundred scriptural references, you are guided to rethink your approach to helping your adult children. By seeking God’s guidance, meditating on his promises, and having an open heart and open ears, let God give you direction in your relationship with your children. Each daily devotional covers a relevant topic, provides correlating scriptures, includes a sample prayer, and a Meditation Moment section. Then reflect on what you read, record in the Meditation Moment section what God is prompting you about, and pray how you can apply what you learned. God loves your children more than you do. Let him help you develop stronger, healthier relationships. We can’t change them, but God can! Be encouraged as you use this thirty-day devotional tool to help you grow in your faith and inspire you with new ways to improve your relationship with your adult children.
About the Author
Lisa and her husband, Jim, blended 2 families with 6 children, ages 5 through 17. Over the years, living through a myriad of life and family challenges, Lisa learned to draw her strength from God and rely on the promises in His word.
Lisa worked for the City of West Melbourne Florida, as the Director of Information Technology.
Tragedy struck their family when their 16 year old son was killed in car accident. 8 years later, Lisa and her husband facilitated the GriefShare Support program to offer hope and encouragement to others who lost loved ones.
She founded the Space Coast Scleroderma Support Group. She facilitated that support group for 8 years offering support, education, and hope for those dealing with Scleroderma.
Lisa and her husband facilitate the Dave Ramsey, Financial Peace University classes at their church. Lisa works as a Professional Guardian. She is appointed by the Brevard County Circuit Court to assist elders that have been deemed incapacitated and are at risk of being exploited, abused or neglected. Lisa and her husband reside in Melbourne Florida and enjoy time with their family and 8 grandchildren.