Posts about Prayers for Teachers

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Father, You tell us in Scripture that all we have to do is ask for wisdom and You will freely give it to us. What is awesome to realize is that Your wisdom is Jesus and He is all we need. As I encounter preschoolers or am in parent conversations, help me to foster good decisions. When I am at a loss on how to handle situations, prompt me to ask for sound advice from those You direct me to for counsel. May I always wake up each morning with the expectation of hearing and receiving new wisdom and encouragement from You.

“Plans fail when there is no counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.” (Proverbs 15:22, HCSB)

In the powerful name of Jesus, Wisdom from God,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Lord, I love Your four seasons, and spring is just around the corner. A new season where animals come out of hibernation, nature replaces deadness with life, and of course there will be lots of activities to finish out the school year. My prayer is for breathing room. In the rush of life, help the families I encounter in preschool, and myself, find time and space for people and activities that refresh our soul. Help us make sure that what seems most urgent never distracts us from what is most important. Read Luke 10:40-42.

In the powerful name of Jesus, first to rise from the dead
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

March 1 is Ash Wednesday. It is the beginning of the church season of Lent, a 40-day period (excluding Sundays) leading up to Easter. Lent is a somber time in the church when we reflect on the great sacrifice of Jesus on our behalf because of His love.

In biblical times, people who mourned would often put on “sack clothes of ashes.” These were symbols of sorrow. A reminder that we were formed from the dust of the earth and it is to the dust of the earth we will return. Jesus died to save us from the consequences of our sin.

During the Lenten season, we have much to ponder and reflect upon. Below are 40 things you might consider giving up for Lent not only this year, but for the rest of your life.
(By Phil Ressler, 2015 Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd.)

1. Fear of Failure–You don’t succeed without experiencing failure. Just make sure you fail forward.
2. Your Comfort Zone–It’s outside your comfort zone where new discoveries are made.
3. Feelings of Unworthiness–You are fearfully and wonderfully made by your Creator.
4. Impatience–God’s timing is perfect timing.
5. Retirement–As long as you are breathing, you are here for a reason.
6. People Pleasing–Don’t try to please everyone. There is only One you need to strive to please.
7. Comparison–You have your own unique contribution to make. There is no one else like you.
8. Blame–Don’t pass the buck. Take responsibility.
9. Guilt–You are loved by Jesus and He has forgiven your sins.
10. Overcommitment–Do less better and accomplish more.
11. Lack of Counsel–Wise decisions are rarely made in a vacuum.
12. Impurity–Live your life pure and without blemish.
13. Entitlement–Neither the world nor God owes you anything. Live in humility and grace.
14. Apathy–Life is too short not to care.
15. Hatred–Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
16. Negativity–Put the best construction on everything when it comes to other people.
17. The Spirit of Poverty–Believe that with God there is always more than enough and never a lack.
18. Going Through the Motions–The more you invest yourself, the more you will get back.
19. Complaint–Instead of contributing to the problem, be the solution.
20. The Pursuit of Happiness–God wants for you something greater and more lasting than happiness; it is called joy.
21. Bitterness–The only person you are hurting by holding on to something is yourself.
22. Distraction–Life is filled with distractions that will take your eyes off the prize.
23. Giving Up–God never gives up on you.
24. Mediocrity–If you are going to do something, then give it all you’ve got.
25. Destructive Speech–Encourage others.
26. Busyness–Being busy is a badge of honor. But that does not always translate to abundance.
27. Loneliness–With Jesus you are never alone. He is with you wherever you go.
28. Disunity–Where two or three are gathered in His name, the Heavenly Father is there among them.
29. The Quick Fix–Rarely does true transformation happen over night.
30. Worry–God is in control and worry will not help.
31. Idolizing–Don’t assign anyone a standard they cannot live up to.
32. Resistance to Change–Change is certain. It is not if you will change, but how you will change.
33. Pride–Blessed are the humble.
34. Small View of God–Don’t tell God how big your problem is; tell your problem how big your God is.
35. Envy–Value is not found in possessions but in a relationship with the Heavenly Father.
36. Ungratefulness–You have been blessed in a way greater than you realize.
37. Selfish Ambition–God has a mission for you that is bigger than you.
38. Self-Sufficiency–Jesus is your strength. You can do all things through Him.
39. Sorrow–Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
40. Your Life–Whoever loves his life loses it and whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

In the powerful name of Jesus, our atonement sacrifice,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Father, we seem to be living in uncertain times. But YOU are our Rock and Mighty Fortress! Thank You for YOUR faithfulness always. I pray asking that You shield the preschoolers I work with from violence, calamity, and loss. I pray asking that You thwart the plans of anyone who seeks to hurt these children and their families physically, mentally, or emotionally. My heart’s desire is that we all live securely, without fear of harm. Thank You for being our Peace at all times.

“You will be confident, because there is hope. You will look carefully about and lie down in safety.” (Job 11:18, HCSB)

In the powerful name of Jesus, my Hope,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Father, You use everyday experiences to reveal Yourself to me. Take, for example, my daughter’s cute Chihuahua, Benny. He gets so excited when he knows he is getting to go for a walk outside. He twirls around and around and around in excitement! It is adorable and I’m amazed he doesn’t get dizzy!

Then last Sunday at the 11:11 contemporary worship service at church, as the praise band played, I noticed the cutest 18 month old twirling to the music in the back of the auditorium. He had his arms stretched out wide as he twirled. Sometimes he would stop, facing the band, and bob up and down to the rhythm as well. Then he’d begin twirling again! It was adorable, and I believe that his inner man was in worship.

We were made for worship. So my question is, “Do you twirl?” I’m not talking about swing dancing, but in your soul do you worship and get lost in your praise, not the music but the praise of God. God is worthy of all our praise, however we express it. Our deepest level of worship is praising God in the good times and in spite of painful times, thanking Him and trusting Him. Father, help me teach my preschoolers about worship.

When my four- and five-year-old girls come to Sunday School wearing a full skirt, I will say, “Now give me a twirl.” They love it! Better yet, God loves it. Lord, help me  be an example of worship and praise to You this day. After all, our souls were made for this.

“Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones; praise from the upright is beautiful.” (Psalm 33:1, HCSB)

In the powerful name of Jesus, Love that wouldn’t give up.
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Imagine sitting on a warm, 85 degrees, partly sunny beach. In the distance you watch a family as they fly a kite. They are laughing, running around, keeping the kite high as it soars with the gusty winds. You notice that the kite is flying so high that you cannot see it. Yet they keep flying the kite. So I think to myself, how do they know it’s still there when it is no longer in sight? They feel it’s tug. You know, we feel the same thing. We feel the pull of heaven deep down inside.
    Augustine wrote, “Thou madest us for Thyself, and our heart is restless, until it (rests) in Thee.” There is a desire in us, a craving in us, that nothing on this earth will ever satisfy. We are uniquely made in the image of God with a soul and a desire to know the God who created us. (*taken from Greg Laurie’s book, The Pull of Heaven)

Father, my heart’s desire is that the families that I serve in preschool at BBC will know You. Surround them with good, loving, faithful, and supportive Christian relationships. May their bond grow in Christlikeness as they raise their families.

“He has made everything appropriate in its time. He has put eternity in their hearts . . . .” (Ecclesiastes 3:11, HCSB)

In the powerful name of Jesus, Author of life,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray blessings for these children and their families.

Father God, You created people with purpose. As a person who serves You in the Preschool ministry, I ask for myself a deep satisfaction as I carry out my unique role. We all have to figure out our roles in life, and preschoolers love to begin figuring that out by role playing. I am fascinated as I watch them act out cooking, caring for babies, pretending to be cats that need care, or building with blocks. Children are so imaginative. Help them to grow as they learn about daily tasks that will one day contribute to a larger purpose in their lives. Who knows, I may have a future nanny, missionary, mom, preacher, doctor, firefighter and construction worker in my midst.

“For I know the plans I have for you – ‘this is the LORD’s declaration’ – plans for your welfare, not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11, HCSB)

In the powerful name of Jesus, Author of life,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2017 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray for these children.

Father, may the awe and wonder of Christmas be revealed in my heart as I begin a new journey in 2017.

THE BELL
I KNOW WHO I AM
I am God’s child. ( John 1:12)
I am Christ ‘s friend. ( John 15:15 )
I am united with the Lord. (1 Cor. 6:17)
I am bought with a price. (1 Cor 6:19-20)
I am a saint (set apart for God). (Eph. 1:1)
I am a personal witness of Christ. (Acts 1:8)
I am the salt & light of the earth. (Matt 5:13-14)
I am a member of the body of Christ. (1 Cor 12:27)
I am free forever from condemnation. ( Rom. 8: 1-2)
I am a citizen of Heaven; I am significant. ( Phil. 3 :20)
I am free from any charge against me. (Rom. 8:31 -34)
I am a minister of reconciliation for God. (2 Cor 5:17-21)
I have access to God through the Holy Spirit. (Eph. 2:18)
I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms. (Eph. 2:6)
I cannot be separated from the love of God. (Rom. 8:35-39)
I am established, anointed, sealed by God. (2 Cor. 1:21-22 )
I am assured all things work together for good. (Rom. 8:28 )
I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. ( John 15:16 )
I may approach God with freedom and confidence. (Eph. 3: 12 )
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (Phil. 4:13 )
I am the branch of the true vine, a channel of His life. ( John 15: 1-5)
I am God’s temple. (1 Cor. 3: 16)     I am complete in Christ. (Col. 2: 10)
I am hidden with Christ in God. (Col. 3:3) I have been justified. (Romans 5:1)
I am God’s co-worker. (1 Cor. 3:9; 2 Cor 6:1) I am God’s workmanship. (Eph. 2:10)
I am confident that the good works God has begun in me will be perfected. (Phil. 1: 5)
I have been redeemed, forgiven ( Col. 1:14). I have been adopted as God’s child. (Eph 1:5)
I belong to God.
Do you know
who you are?

In the powerful name of Jesus–Light of life,
Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2016 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray for these children.

Father, help me to worship the KING this Christmas. I want to take a prayer journey to Bethlehem. I desire each day, on my own, with my family, or with the preschoolers I encounter, to step aside for a few minutes to worship Him for who He is and what He means to me.

True worship expresses itself in giving. The wise men followed a star to find the King. They were so enthralled with His majesty and holiness that they brought Jesus gifts:

Gold – the most precious of metals; representing the treasure of the heart
Frankincense – used to worship God; incense as a symbol of prayer
Myrrh – used to preserve the body at death; symbolizes death and resurrection; could
mean “to take up our cross daily” and choose to trust Him

What gift will you bring Jesus?

In the powerful name of Jesus–the Babe, your Savior, Lord of Peace,

Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry

Good morning, Father.

During 2016 help me to be faithful in my prayer walk. It is most important that we who serve preschoolers remember to pray for the next generation. Teach me how to pray for these children.

Father, help me to worship the KING this Christmas. I want to take a prayer journey to Bethlehem. I desire each day, on my own, with my family, or with the preschoolers I encounter, to step aside for a few minutes to worship Him for who He is and what He means to me.

The JOY of Christmas Is Jesus
by Roy Lesson

Jesus Christ is . . .
The message of all that God has to say to us
The fullness of all that God has to give us
The essence of all that God wants us to be.

Jesus Christ is . . .
The word of God incarnated
The fullness of God imparted
The glory of God reflected
The grace of God extended
The power of God demonstrated
The heart of God expressed
The love of God manifested
The salvation of God provided.

In the powerful name of Jesus–the Radiance of God’s glory, the Word, Wonderful Counselor, your salvation, Ruler of God’s creation, the One who speaks to the Father in our defense, Holy.

Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/BBC Prayer Room Ministry