Posts about Prayers for Teachers

Good morning, Father.

How exciting it is to retell the Christmas story to the children I encounter at Brentwood Baptist Church. Many will already know the story, but as I look into the eyes of each child may I see what You see. Help me to share each week the specific teaching aim. Open the eyes of the children I encounter to see Your faithfulness. Reveal the pattern of Your ways as each person is introduced in the telling of “The Greatest Story Ever Told”. May each child understand that You are always with her/him and to not be afraid because of Your faithfulness.

“Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”  (Lamentations 3:23)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

May I be mindful to say thank you to You for the many blessings you have bestowed on me and my family. As I am around others during this season, may I always have courage to share my faith through my words and actions. Infuse the spirit of the children I teach with courage so he/she will always stand up for You and Your word, and for what is right. Remind them, Father, that You are always with them.

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

I love that You love me. Your Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Father, I ask that You create loving hearts in the preschoolers I teach; help them to be patient and kind and to love Your ways. Let love pour out of their spirits onto others. May I always instruct and lead out of Your love.

“Love is patient; love is kind. Love does not envy; is not boastful; is not conceited; does not act improperly; is not selfish; is not provoked; does not keep a record of wrongs; finds no joy in unrighteousness, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends.” (1 Corinthians 13:4-8a, HCSB)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

My prayer today begins with myself. I desire to be a woman (man) of integrity. When I am with others, I want my presence to be a character of influence that will always bring You glory, honor, and praise. I want to be selfless and always consider others first. Generosity of my time, money, talents, and gifts should be evident as I live out life in Your mercy and grace. Lord, create the character of Generosity in the children I serve, for Your word says it is more blessed to give than receive.

“You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.”  (2 Corinthians 9:11)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

The preschoolers you have entrusted to me as I serve are so precious. You created each of them with the Breath of the Almighty. As I get to know them one on one, give me a glimpse of their design and understanding to the way they are wired. I want to make the most of the short time I have with them.

As I pray today, I ask that Your hope and peace fill their young hearts with all Your goodness. Help me to show them what hope and peace are, especially as we enter a season of Thanksgiving. Thank You, Father, for Your goodness to me.

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”  (Romans 15:13)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

As we enter a season of thanksgiving, may I take time to see Your hand in my life and the abundant blessings I enjoy. I am most thankful for the gift of salvation. Equip me and form my words to speak life and truth to those who hear. I want to say words that point others back to You. My heart’s desire is that salvation has a firm foundation in the hearts of the preschoolers I teach and serve this week. Open their hearts to Jesus’ glory. Thank you for preparing a forever home for us with You.

“But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of . . . and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”  (2 Timothy 3:15)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

Life really is a special occasion.  As I touch the lives of preschoolers this week, help me to teach gratitude. In my actions and words may I reflect a grateful heart. Father, open the children’s eyes to your daily blessings and create in them a grateful heart.

“This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”  (Psalm 118:24)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

I desire to help others understand and learn to love the Bible by making learning Scripture fun. The Bible isn’t just another book–it has the potential to come alive and teach preschoolers lessons to guide them the rest of their lives. Help me to be creative as I share the Gospel with my preschoolers. May my activities be age appropriate, engaging, and spur memorization of memory verses, application of the story truth, and bring forth fruit of salvation at an early age. May I be willing to think ahead as I prepare. Using dress up with towels, sheets, blankets, or clothing makes learning fun and memorable as we act out our story for the week.

“Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.”  (Psalm 34:11)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

I desire to help others visually understand and learn to love the Bible. The Bible isn’t just another book–it has the potential to come alive and teach preschoolers lessons to guide them the rest of their lives. Many kids are visual learners whether pictures, illustrations, animation, or film. Enlighten me to be creative with puppets, flannel boards and books. May I remember that even Pinterest is a resource. I believe the more visual I am, the more many of my preschoolers will connect.

“It is the LORD who provides the sun to light the day and the moon and stars to light the night. It is he who stirs the sea into roaring waves. His name is the LORD Almighty.”  (Jeremiah 31:35)

In the power of Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good morning, Father.

I desire to help others understand and learn to love the Bible. The Bible isn’t just another book; it has the potential to come alive and teach preschoolers lessons to guide them the rest of their lives. Help me to first learn the stories myself–to sit down and dive deep into the meaning behind the stories, learn more about the history and the culture in Bible times. I believe the more I understand, the more my preschoolers will understand.

“You will be able to tell wonderful stories to your children and grandchildren about the marvelous things I am doing among the Egyptians to prove that I am the LORD.” (Exodus 10:2)

In the power of Jesus name, Amen.

Janet Waters, Preschool Sunday School Teacher/Prayer Room Intercessor