Children can talk to God just as they are. Teaching them to pray gives them a lifelong friendship with their Father in heaven.
Little prayers to teach
- ✦“Thank You, God, for today and for my family.”
- ✦“Please help me be kind and brave.”
- ✦“Watch over me while I sleep.”
- ✦“Help me to love Jesus more.”
Tips for parents
Pray with them, not just for them. Keep it short and joyful. Celebrate when God answers so they learn to notice His goodness.
“Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.”
Mark 10:14
A prayer to pray
Dear God, thank You for loving children. Help our little ones to know You, to trust You, and to come to You with everything. Amen.