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July 30, 2023: Prayers for our Youth


The following are suggested verses that you can pray over our youth. There is one verse for each day of the month.

  1. Pray for a spirit of Humility. “The willingness to submit.” (James 4:10)
  2. Pray for a spirit of Reverence. “The fear of the Lord.” (Proverbs 9:10)
  3. Pray for a spirit of Purity. “A desire to be clean.” (Matthew 5:8)
  4. Pray for a spirit of Purpose. “Wisdom to set goals.” (Proverbs 4:25)
  5. Pray for a spirit of Simplicity. “A lifestyle uncluttered.” (Romans 12:8)
  6. Pray for a spirit of Commitment. “A dedication to the ’cause’.” (Joshua 24:15)
  7. Pray for a spirit of Diligence. “A willingness to work hard.” (II Peter 1:5)
  8. Pray for a spirit of Servanthood. “The ministry of helps.” (Galatians 6:9,10)
  9. Pray for a spirit of Consistency. “The quality of faithfulness.” (James 1:8)
  10. Pray for a spirit of Assurance. “A depth of faith.” (Hebrews 10:22)
  11. Pray for a spirit of Availability. “A willingness to go.” (Isaiah 6:8)
  12. Pray for a spirit of Loyalty. “A zeal for fidelity.” (Ruth 1:16)
  13. Pray for a spirit of Sensitivity. “Openness of heart.” (Luke 10: 30-37)
  14. Pray for a spirit of Compassion. “Love in action.” (Mark 8:1,2)
  15. Pray for a spirit of Tenderness. “A willingness to weep.” (II Kings 22:19)
  16. Pray for a spirit of Maturity. “The capacity to grow.” (Hebrews 5: 12-14)
  17. Pray for a spirit of Holiness. “Christ-like behavior.” (I Peter 1:16)
  18. Pray for a spirit of Reliability. “A depth of dependability.” (I Corinthians 4:2)
  19. Pray for a spirit of Revelation. “Learning to listen.” (Ephesians 1:15,18)
  20. Pray for a spirit of Denial. “A sacrifice to surrender.” (Luke 9:23)
  21. Pray for a spirit of Confidence. “The strength of the Lord.” (Philippians 4:13)
  22. Pray for a spirit of Integrity. “The quality of truthfulness.” (Romans 12:17)
  23. Pray for a spirit of Repentance. “A willingness to change.” (Luke 3:8)
  24. Pray for a spirit of Trust. “A fearless reliance.” (Psalm 125:1)
  25. Pray for a spirit of Submission. “Choosing to yield.” (Ephesians 5:21)
  26. Pray for a spirit of Teachability. “A quality of meekness.” (Titus 3:2)
  27. Pray for a spirit of Prayer. “A longing to wait.” (Isaiah 40:31)
  28. Pray for a spirit of Unity. “A respect for others” (I Corinthians 1:10)
  29. Pray for a spirit of Restoration. “A ministry of healing.” (Isaiah 61:1,2)
  30. Pray for a spirit of Authority. “A capacity to command.” (Matthew 16:19)
  31. Pray for a spirit of Giving. “The desire to give.” (Matthew 10:8)
For more info on prayer, visit: World Network of Prayer