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A prayer for teenagers
The teenage years are full of change. These prayers are written for parents, grandparents and youth leaders to pray over the teens in their lives.
The prayers on this page were written for Lamp & Flame; you're welcome to pray, copy and share them. Bible verses are quoted from the King James Version.
A parent's prayer for a teenager
Lord, I bring [Name] to You. Guard their heart and mind. Give them friends who lift them up, courage to stand for what is right and a faith that is truly their own. Help me to listen more than I lecture. In Jesus' name, Amen.
A prayer for wise choices
Father, as [Name] faces new pressures and decisions, give them wisdom and a clear conscience. When they make mistakes, let them run to You, not away. Lead them on the path You have for them. In Jesus' name, Amen.
A youth leader's prayer
Jesus, thank You for the young people You have put in my care. Help me to love them well, to be honest and patient, and to point them to You in all I say and do. In Your name, Amen.
Scripture to pray with
“Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.”
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”
“Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.”