Would you like to teach your children to pray and draw close to God in a simple, meaningful way? These child-friendly prayers can help them build a relationship with God. They are easy to share as a family and can introduce Christian values and daily prayer.
10 Simple Prayers to Pray with Children
- My Jesus, help me on this day to obey my parents and not become angry with them or my friends. Amen.
- My God, I thank you for this food. May food never be lacking from anyone's table.
- O my good Father in heaven, thank you for the snack we are about to eat. Amen.
- My God, thank you for this food your goodness gives us. Give what is needed to everyone, and bless those who work to provide our food. Amen.
- Jesus, I am going to school. Keep me safe on the way. Help me make the most of my classes, because I want to learn. Please remember children who do not have a school, and bless teachers. Amen.
- My Father in heaven, I got lost, argued, and did not do the right things. Deep down, I do not want to do wrong. I ask forgiveness and will try not to make the same mistake again. Amen.
- Forgive me, Lord Jesus, because today I felt jealousy and anger toward my little sibling and my friends. I am sorry because I became upset and said hurtful things. Help me improve and not do wrong again.
- Lord Jesus, my father is not feeling well today. I do not know what is wrong, but please care for him. May he get better soon so that we can play together tomorrow. Thank you. Amen.
- Lord, today I pray for my parents. Give them strength for this day. My mother is a little upset today; please help her feel happy tomorrow so that I can play with her. Thank you. Amen.
- Now that night is coming and the sun has gone down, Jesus and my guardian angel, stay with me at this hour. Keep me from the fears of the night, protect me from evil and nightmares, and take away my fear of vampires, ghosts, monsters, and everything that darkens my thoughts. Amen.
May these 10 prayers to pray with children help your family and keep you close to God.