A prayer for my Daughters

Teach me, oh God, how to bring up my daughters. Show me their fragilities, so I may minister to them. Show me their strengths, so I may reinforce them. Show me my own weaknesses, so that I may not hinder them.

I pray Father that You will take hold of their hearts early, and that they will become strong in You and for You. I pray that You will not make their lives easy, but instead challenge them often to give them a courage and a peace beyond this world that ultimately resides with You alone.

I pray for their futures, for the men they will find to spend their lives with. I pray You will raise up good men for them, with strong hearts for you. Intelligent men who are also courteous, humble, and gentle.

For Emily, I pray you will keep her strong spirit, but that it will be bent to serve you. That her pride will not be a hindrance. That her kindness and love will grow into a compassion for all people. Please foster her intellect so it may continue to flourish.

For Sabrina, I pray that her mind will develop well, making her a smart child and then an intelligent woman. I pray that you will lead her into great things for you.

 Lastly Lord, I pray for wisdom and patience for myself, so I may face all of the difficulties that come with raising girls.

I thank you Father for two wonderful and smart girls.
                        
         - Amen