The back-to-school season is upon us—a time filled with the hustle of shopping for school clothes and supplies, and the challenge of getting back into a daily routine.
As we prepare for the new school year, I’ve put together a collection of simple back-to-school prayers for your child, their teacher, their school, and even yourself. These prayers are meant to bring you a sense of peace and wisdom as various situations arise throughout the year.
Read on, and feel free to use these prayers as they are, or add your own personal touch during your prayer time!
A Prayer for the First Day of School:
Jesus, thank You for [insert name] and the gift of life that they are to our family! You have entrusted us with them all these years, and now we are sending them out to school. We pray for a hedge of protection around them as they walk into the school and spend their day there. I ask that You send Your angels to guard them against any evil just as You said You would in Psalm 91:11. We pray that they make good friends and have fun! We thank You for [insert name] and trust that You will take care of them this school year. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer for Teachers:
Jesus, thank You for [insert teacher’s name]. I thank You for choosing [name] to be my child’s teacher. I pray for peace and strength for my child’s teacher—peace during stressful times and strength for the long days. As Your Word says, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up” (Galatians 6:9). I believe this teacher will guide and teach my child well. Thank You for blessing my child with this teacher, and please bless them as they begin this school year. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer for the School & Administrators:
Jesus, I thank You for the school You have provided for my child—a place where they can learn, grow, and make friends. I pray for safety over my child’s school. I ask that evil be kept out and that it be a place of safety and learning. (Psalm 121:7-8) I pray for wisdom for the school’s leadership, that they pause before making any major decisions and seek Your guidance. (James 1:5) I thank You for answering this prayer. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
A Prayer for Parents:
Jesus, I pray for all parents. I pray that we encourage our children to form Godly friendships. I ask that we be slow to speak and slow to anger when stressful moments arise in the mornings before school and quick to listen to the Holy Spirit (James 1:19). As parents, we trust You to take care of our children—to protect, guide, and grant them wisdom when needed. I also pray for wisdom as a parent to know how to respond with love in whatever circumstances may come up. Thank You for Your love and guidance this school year! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
As we embark on this new school year, let’s remember that we are not alone in this journey. By placing our trust in God and seeking His guidance through prayer, we can approach the school year with confidence and peace. Whether we are parents, teachers, or students, these prayers serve as a reminder of God’s presence in every aspect of our lives. Let’s continue to pray for strength, wisdom, and protection, knowing that God is with us every step of the way. May this school year be filled with growth, learning, and God’s abundant blessings.
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