Marked by PrayerSample

Marked by Favor

As we continue praying wisdom, stature, and favor for our kids, it’s notable that Luke 2:52 tells us young Jesus himself was growing in all aspects of his life: mentally (in wisdom), physically (in stature), and spiritually (in favor with God). What a great reminder to pray over all the areas of our kids’ lives, not limiting our requests to God.

It’s abundantly clear we already have God’s favor when we consider our name is written in the Book of Life despite our unworthiness. But as we pray God’s continued favor over our children, we’re simply asking Him to accomplish things in their lives that would be impossible for them to do on their own.

David experienced God’s favor in his face-off with Goliath, the Israelites saw God’s favor when the Red Sea parted, and Sarah definitely had God’s favor when she received word of her pregnancy.

The good news about God’s favor is that He’s looking for people to bless with it. We’re told that “the eyes of the Lord search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him” (2 Chronicles 16:9 NLT). In other words, God is literally looking across the earth for those He can bless because He loves us and wants to make our lives significant for His glory. God’s favor is unlimited and unmistakable in our lives, but we’re best positioned to receive it when we’re obedient, walking in step with Him, and surrendering to His purposes.

Let’s pray that our kids live lives God can bless, allowing His favor on all that they do.

Prayer

Lord, thank you for showing your great favor on us. You give us significance and purpose far beyond what we could do on our own. Empower us to live each day in a way that you can bless, and teaching us daily the importance of obedience to your Word.