A Family of PrayerSample

Prayer for a Relationship with God

Picture a child running to their parent for love and connection, knowing there’s never a “bad time” to reach out; that door is always open. I have 5 kids and they take full advantage of that by freely walking into every room in our home without knocking. God invites your family into this same kind of relationship through prayer—a constant invitation for you to bring Him every need, joy, and heartache. When you pray as a family, you’re opening that door together, welcoming God’s guidance, comfort, and strength into your lives.

Oswald Chambers once said, “Prayer does not fit us for the greater work; prayer is the greater work.” In your family, prayer isn’t just preparation; it’s your moment to connect with God, allowing His peace to transform every situation your family faces—whether it’s conflict, loss, trauma, or desire. These words of prayer become the most powerful words spoken in your home.

When your family learns to connect to God through prayer, your foundation is built on the Rock. You know where your help comes from, the authority you’re reaching out to, and the grace that meets your family. This isn’t about being a perfect family but about being a restored, healed, and redeemed one.

What if prayer became your family’s first response? In every disappointment, failure, or worry, let your immediate reaction be, “Let’s pray.” And as parents, remember that children will follow our example. Let’s lead them to God, inviting Him into our lives, asking for forgiveness, and allowing His grace to transform us all. Together, let’s make prayer a vital part of our family journey.

Family Prayer: Lord, help us to know You better in prayer as a family. May we desire and look forward to speaking to You in prayer. May we get excited about telling You what’s in our hearts and minds while also being eager to hear what You have to say about it all. May prayer be our first response to all things. Amen.