053 : The Power of Praying for Your Husband & Children
Covering Your Family in Prayer & Trusting God’s Hand Over Their Lives.
As wives and mothers, we carry so much on our shoulders. We desire to protect, guide, and nurture our families, yet the reality is—we are not in control. But there is beauty in this truth because we serve a God who is. Prayer is not a last resort; it is a daily invitation to partner with God in the lives of our loved ones.
Keeping track of God’s activity in my family’s life has been a powerful reminder of His faithfulness. Whether it’s through a prayer album on my phone or journaling answered prayers, I’ve seen firsthand how prayer changes circumstances—and more importantly, how it changes me.
Let’s dive into why praying for our families matters and how we can intentionally cover our husbands and children in prayer every day.
Why Praying for Your Family Matters
1. Prayer Invites God Into the Details
Our husbands and children face daily struggles, some of which we may never know about. When we pray, we surrender their lives to the One who loves them even more than we do.
Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Prayer: Lord, I invite You into the details of my family’s life today. Lead them, guide them, and remind them that You are near.
2. Prayer is Our Spiritual Armor
The Bible reminds us that we are in a battle—not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual forces that seek to destroy our homes. Through prayer, we take a stand and claim God’s power over our families.
Ephesians 6:12 – "For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places."
Prayer: Lord, I cover my home in prayer. I declare that no weapon formed against my marriage, my children, or my household will prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
3. Prayer Changes Our Hearts Too
Prayer doesn’t just change circumstances—it transforms us. It softens resentment, fear, and control, shifting our focus from fixing our family to trusting God to do His deep work.
Ezekiel 36:26 – "I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh."
Prayer: Father, help me love my family with a Christ-like heart. Remove any bitterness, fear, or frustration, and replace it with patience, grace, and trust in Your plan.
How to Pray for Your Husband
For His Heart: That he would seek the Lord in all decisions (Proverbs 3:5-6).
For His Leadership: That he would lead with wisdom and humility (James 1:5).
For His Work & Calling: That he would find joy and purpose in his work (Colossians 3:23).
For His Strength & Protection: That he would not fall into temptation, stress, or discouragement (Isaiah 41:10).
For Your Heart Toward Him: That you would love, honor, and encourage him (Philippians 2:3-4).
Prayer: Father, help me see my husband the way You see him. Let me honor, respect, and cherish him as You do.
Practical Tips:
Keep a list of specific prayers for him.
Send him a text with a Bible verse or short prayer.
Speak prayers out loud over him.
How to Pray for Your Children
For Their Salvation: That they would know Jesus personally and love Him with all their hearts (Deuteronomy 6:5).
For Their Protection: That the Lord would guard their hearts and minds (Proverbs 18:10).
For Their Friendships & Future Relationships: That they would choose Godly influences (Proverbs 13:20).
For Their Purpose & Calling: That they would walk in the gifts God has given them (Psalm 139:14).
For Their Character: That they would be kind, patient, and full of the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23).
Prayer: Lord, let my children know You deeply. Protect them, guide them, and help them grow into the people You created them to be.
Practical Tips:
Pray over them before school and bedtime.
Speak blessings over them daily.
Play worship music throughout the day.
Keep a journal of prayers and how God answers them.
Overcoming Prayer Struggles
What if I don’t know what to pray? Use Scripture as a guide—insert your husband’s and children’s names into Bible verses.
What if I don’t see results right away? Trust God’s timing. Keep track of your prayers to see how He moves.
What if I feel too tired or distracted? Short, simple prayers matter. Set a reminder on your phone to pray, even in the middle of daily tasks.
Final Encouragement
Friend, your prayers are not wasted. They are seeds planted in faith, and in God’s perfect timing, they will bear fruit. Keep lifting your family up—God is listening, and He is moving.
To be a mother or wife who prays is to be a woman who stands in the gap, interceding for her family with faith that moves mountains. Even when you cannot see it, God is working in ways beyond your imagination.
Let’s start today. What is one prayer you can begin praying over your family right now?