1. Contentment~ Father, teach my children "the secret of being content in any and every situation…through him who gives (them) strength." (Philippians 4:12-13)

2. Faith~ I pray that faith will find root and grow in my children’s hearts, that by faith they may gain what has been promised to them. (Luke 17:5-6, Hebrews 11:1-40)

3. Servant Heart~ Lord, please help my children develop servant hearts, that they may serve wholeheartedly "as if (they) were serving the Lord, not men." (Ephesians 6:7)

4. Purity~ "Create in (them) a pure heart, O God," and let their purity of heart be shown in their actions. (Psalm 51:10)

5. A Willingness and Ability to Work Hard~ Teach my children, Lord, to value work and to work hard at everything they do, "as working for the Lord, not for men." (Colossians 3:23)

6. Self-discipline~ Father, I pray that my children may develop self-discipline, that they may acquire "a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is right and just and fair." (Proverbs 1:3)

7. Heart for Missions~ Lord, please help my children to develop a heart for missions, a desire to see your glory declared among nations, your marvelous deeds among all peoples. (Psalms 96:3)

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