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Series Code: PHPTP
Program Code: PHPTP210046S
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00:30 Proverbs 22:6
00:32 in the Amplified Bible tells us, 00:33 "Train up a child in the way he should go, 00:36 teaching him to seek God's wisdom 00:37 and will for his abilities and talents, 00:40 and when he is old he will not depart from it." 00:43 Children are such a blessing from the Lord 00:45 and bring such joy to our lives. 00:47 And if you're a parent, you know full well, 00:49 having a child brings with it a great responsibilities 00:52 for the parents. 00:55 Some very influential guidance comes from spiritual insight, 00:58 which is why Proverbs 22:6 is so important. 01:02 If parents will teach and guide their children 01:04 according to God's Word and live by example, 01:08 then these children will grow up 01:09 knowing the love of Jesus 01:11 and having the support of the parents 01:13 to follow their dreams and their God given gifting. 01:16 That isn't always easy for parents, 01:18 especially when we have other plans or ideas 01:21 that we think would better suit them. 01:24 But our duty is to teach our children 01:25 important spiritual, fundamental, 01:28 Christian, the fundamentals of Christian life, 01:31 and lead by example. 01:33 As parents, let's pray and encourage one another 01:36 and learn from our Heavenly Father 01:38 what it means to love unconditionally. 01:45 Dear Heavenly Father, what a miracle children are. 01:48 The love relationship between parents and their children 01:51 is something words cannot express. 01:54 Oh, Father, we have lost so many of our children 01:57 to influences of Satan. 01:59 We need Your help because we so often lose our prime focus 02:02 of teaching our children spiritually. 02:05 Forgive us where we have fallen short, 02:07 grant us, extra strength, guidance and patience 02:10 to raise our children according to Your will. 02:14 Our children are a priceless treasure, 02:16 and we cannot afford to lose them. 02:18 Teach us, Lord, and humble us. 02:21 Please wrap Your loving arms around every parent 02:24 who is listening at this moment. 02:26 I pray each one will submit their will to You. 02:29 Oh, Father, please allow us 02:31 to be a shining light to our children. 02:34 Please help us to be the godly foundation 02:36 that our children can hang on to 02:38 and look up to as an example of Christ. 02:41 In Jesus' name I pray. 02:43 Amen. 02:47 Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your love 02:49 and Your grace in our lives. 02:51 Lord, I would just like to lift up parents today 02:54 and ask for Your blessing and Your peace 02:56 on each and every one of us 02:58 that we can be examples and teachers for our children 03:02 and for those around us. 03:04 And, Lord, that You would just give Your blessing on parents 03:07 in this midst of all that's going on, 03:09 Father, that we can know that You are bigger, 03:12 and that You are in charge of all of it. 03:15 Father, we love You and we praise 03:16 You, in Jesus' name. 03:18 Amen. 03:22 How deep the Father's love for us 03:27 How vast beyond all measure 03:32 That He should give His only Son 03:37 To make a wretch His treasure 03:43 How great the pain of searing loss 03:48 The Father turns His face away 03:53 As wounds which mar the Chosen One 03:58 Bring many sons to glory 04:07 Father, we come to You today in prayer 04:09 lifting our parents up to You, 04:12 parents that have children still at home. 04:15 And so that You have these family units 04:17 that are together 24/7, 04:19 which is not the normal but it is normal for now. 04:22 We just ask that You will give these parents 04:25 knowledge and strength, and wisdom 04:28 and patience, Father, 04:30 and that You will be in the middle of these family units 04:32 and draw them closer together and closer to You, 04:36 Father, in a spiritual way. 04:39 Parents that have adult children 04:41 that they may or may not live close to 04:43 that they cannot reach out and help right now 04:46 due to circumstances. 04:47 Father, let them rest in peace that You 04:50 are with their children watching over everything. 04:53 And our elderly parents, Father, that are at high risk. 04:56 Father, our hearts are of extra concern for them. 05:00 But we put all of this in Your hands, Father. 05:03 We know that You are walking with each and every one of us 05:06 through this. 05:07 And we give You our trust and our praise, Lord, 05:10 and You give us a peace and we just thank You in Jesus' name. 05:14 Amen. 05:18 Heavenly Father, we want to thank You 05:21 for being our Father, Creator and friend. 05:26 Today, we lift up our earthly parents. 05:30 You know, the responsibilities, 05:32 the struggles and the privilege of being a parent. 05:37 And, Lord, I pray that You will give each parent 05:39 encouragement to carry on. 05:42 May they look to You for strength and wisdom. 05:46 Many times the road of being a parent is rough. 05:49 But You have told us in Your Word, 05:51 that You will never leave us or forsake us. 05:55 Thank You for being the perfect example 05:58 of a parent. 06:02 Our loving Heavenly Father, 06:05 we lift up our parents to You We thank You 06:08 for the guidance and wisdom You have given them. 06:11 Help us to know how to honor and care 06:14 for our parents as they age. 06:16 And please give those that have suffered the loss of a child, 06:20 those that may be struggling as single parents 06:23 and those that are fearful because they have no job 06:26 to provide for their family. 06:28 You've entrusted this precious privilege of parenthood 06:32 to fallen humanity. 06:34 Lord, please give uncommon wisdom and clarity 06:37 where it's needed, and may love, compassion 06:41 and patience be interwoven into each heart, in Jesus' name. 06:46 Amen. 06:50 Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for being a Father, 06:52 and that we can come to You in every situation. 06:56 We pray, especially for our parents around the world, 06:59 as they lead Your children to Your soon coming. 07:03 Help them to know how to reflect Your character 07:07 in studying the Bible, 07:08 in everything that they do throughout the day, 07:10 whether it's at the table preparing meals, 07:13 whether it's outside in nature, help them to know 07:18 how to set an example for who You are. 07:21 Encourage them on a daily basis and give them the wisdom. 07:25 Thank You for hearing our prayer. 07:27 We love You, Lord, in the name of Jesus I pray. 07:30 Amen. 07:34 I will not boast in anything 07:39 No gifts, no power, no wisdom 07:44 But I will boast in Jesus Christ 07:48 His death and resurrection 07:53 Why should I gain from His reward? 07:58 I cannot give an answer 08:02 But this I know with all my heart 08:08 His wounds have paid my ransom 08:16 James 1:9 tells us, 08:19 "My dear brothers and sisters, 08:21 take note of this. 08:23 Everyone should be quick to listen, 08:26 slow to speak 08:27 and slow to become angry." 08:32 Father, I ask that You would forgive me 08:35 when I totally get this backward. 08:39 My human response is to be quick with anger. 08:43 Then there's no opportunity for speaking or listening, 08:47 because I've lost my children's attention 08:50 and their interest. 08:52 Lord, teach me to be the world's best communicator 08:55 with my children. 08:58 Remind me that 09:01 communicating begins with listening. 09:06 And, Lord, that extends 09:07 to my other relationships as well. 09:11 It's really so practical. 09:14 It's the way I want to be treated, God. 09:17 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 tells us 09:21 to "Rejoice always, pray continually. 09:24 Give thanks in all circumstances, 09:26 for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 09:30 The recipe for your will is in six words, 09:34 Lord, rejoice always. 09:36 Pray continually, and give thanks. 09:42 Help me be faithful to pass on this wisdom to my children 09:46 by exemplifying joy, prayer and gratitude. 09:51 Keep me, Lord, from complicating things. 09:54 And forgive me when I don't live up 09:56 to this simple rule. 10:01 And, Father, a special prayer 10:04 I want to extend to those children, 10:09 to the salvation of our children. 10:14 God, how we long as parents 10:17 to see our children won to Your kingdom. 10:21 Father, draw the Holy Spirit. 10:25 Draw them, save our children. 10:34 Lord, I pray that You will have Your will 10:36 in the lives of our children. 10:39 As they look for jobs, those who are older. 10:47 God, I pray that You will help us 10:49 to teach financial wisdom, 10:52 Lord, that You would impart favor 10:59 to our children in their homes, in their work, 11:03 to their employers, their coworkers. 11:11 God, I thank You for protection and safety for our children. 11:18 I bind the powers of Satan that would harm our children 11:23 and would lead them astray. 11:27 Oh, God, touch our children, 11:33 those who are facing physical battles, 11:35 and mental, and emotional battles. 11:40 God, You know their need. 11:45 Lord, it hurts my heart to think 11:47 that my children are hurting. 11:52 So touch our children, God. 12:00 Father, thank You for giving us faith, love, hope, 12:03 peace, power, joy, wisdom. 12:07 Thank You for Your grace and Your mercy, God. 12:11 Lord, none of us are worth it. 12:14 None of us are worthy of it. 12:18 But, Lord, You love us. 12:22 We thank You for loving us. 12:29 As a parent, I want to encourage you 12:32 to do as Philippians 4:6-7 says, 12:36 "Do not be anxious about anything. 12:39 But in every situation by prayer and petition, 12:43 with thanksgiving, present your requests to God, 12:46 and the peace of God 12:47 which transcends all understanding 12:50 will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 12:54 And Ephesians 4:32 says, 12:57 "Be kind and compassionate to one another, 12:59 forgiving each other, just as Christ. 13:04 In Christ, God forgave you." 13:08 I will not boast in anything 13:11 No gifts, no power, no wisdom 13:15 But I will boast in Jesus Christ 13:19 His death and resurrection 13:22 Why should I gain from His reward? 13:26 I cannot give an answer 13:30 But this I know with all my heart 13:35 His wounds have paid my ransom 13:43 Thank you for watching Pause to Pray. 13:46 God bless you. 13:50 Please send us your prayer request 13:52 or become a part of our Prayer Warrior Team. 13:55 For more information, please visit 3abn.tv/prayer 13:59 or call for prayer at 618-627-4651 extension 1. 14:05 And thank you for being a part of the worldwide 3ABN family. |
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