The parents’ prayers which are relayed to the children
Psalm 127:3 Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him.
Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #430 ‘Tis so Sweet to Walk with Jesus (#456 in previous version)
This is an age where the forces of darkness plow into the hearts of our children and make a complete mess of their spiritual states through games, lust, drugs, and other problems. You cannot save your children if you are unaware of the spiritual fact that the forces of darkness exist and if you do not gain the strength God gives. The prayers of the parents for their children and the future generations are a tremendous spiritual mystery that changes the future and the age. What kind of prayer must you pray for your children and future generations?
1. Pray that the covenant will be planted in your children and the future generations
Moses who grew up within his parents’ prayers, became a great leader who fulfilled God’s great plan. Abraham realized God’s plan for his family and this covenant was relayed through Abraham to Isaac, through Isaac to Jacob, and through Jacob to Joseph. When Joseph speaks of his dream in Genesis 37:11, Jacob, his father, placed those words in his heart and continuously prayed. Pray that God’s covenant will be passed on to the next generation through your children. Our children are transporters of God’s promise.
2. Relay the blessing of the king, the prophet, and the priest
Many people remain ignorant of the spiritual blessings even though they have become God’s child. Jesus Christ came to this earth as the king of kings who broke all of Satan’s authority, the prophet who is the way to meet God, and the priest who eradicated all curses. In order to relay this blessing to the children, parents must first find their life conclusion regarding Jesus Christ, and gain spiritual strength.
3. Relay the spiritual facts
God has given His children the commission to save, with the Gospel, those separated from God and living amidst unspeakable suffering. However, if you are not spiritually awake and are deceived by the forces of darkness, then you will not be able to discern whether what you are doing is actually good or bad. You must save the world, but you will lose hold of God’s given promise as you are dragged around by this world. Your spiritual eyes must open to see the spiritual world which is invisible but absolutely exists. Only the parents who pray knowing the spiritual facts can save their children.
-If you don’t know how you should pray for your children or what measures you should take for your children, then find the answer while meditating on the Word. Just pray until God gives you the answer. Immanuel Church Sunday Worship 1st Service / 2012.2.19