Trusting the Lord with Your Kids
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles we will ever take on. As parents, we naturally want the best for our children, we want to protect them, guide them, and provide for them in every way possible. But, no matter how hard we try, there are moments when we realize that we cannot control everything. And in those moments, we are reminded of the importance of trusting the Lord with our children.
This blog explores what it means to trust God with your kids, why it is essential, and how you can take practical steps to surrender your parenting worries to Him.
Why Trusting the Lord with Your Kids Matters
Trusting God with your kids is not just about relinquishing control; it is about recognizing that He loves them even more than you do and has a perfect plan for their lives. As parents, our role is to trust that God’s wisdom and timing far exceed our own.
The Bible reassures us of this truth in Jeremiah 29:11:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
When we trust God with our children, we:
- Experience peace amid uncertainty: Knowing God is in control helps us let go of the fear and anxiety that come with the unknown.
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
- Teach our kids to rely on God: Our faith in God’s plan sets an example for our children, encouraging them to trust God in their own lives.
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
- Strengthen our relationship with the Lord: Through our dependence on God, we build a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Him.
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” – Psalm 23:1
Story: Lisa, a mother of three, struggled with anxiety about her teenage son’s future. She prayed and surrendered her fears to God, and the peace she felt afterward was overwhelming. “I realized I was holding on too tightly,” she shared. “Trusting God doesn’t mean I stop caring—it means I trust Him to lead my son in ways I can’t.”
How to Trust the Lord with Your Kids
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Acknowledge God’s Sovereignty
The first step in trusting God with our children is recognizing that He is ultimately in control. As much as we may want to protect and guide them, God holds their future in His hands.
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Remind yourself daily that God is sovereign
over every aspect of your child’s life.
“The Lord has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all.” – Psalm 103:19
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Meditate on Proverbs 3:5-6:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
2. Pray for Your Children
Prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can surrender our children to God. Through prayer, we entrust their lives, decisions, and futures into His care.
Practical Tips for Praying for Your Kids:
- Pray specifically for their needs—whether that’s school challenges, friendships, or spiritual growth.
“And this is the confidence that we have toward Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us.” – 1 John 5:14
- Use Scripture in your For example: “Lord, help my child grow in wisdom and stature and favor with You and others.” Luke 2:52
- Keep a prayer journal to track answered prayers and reflect on how God is working in their lives.
Letting Go of Control
One of the hardest parts of trusting God with our kids is letting go of the control we feel we need to have. Parenting often feels like a responsibility we must manage perfectly, but trying to control everything leads to anxiety and frustration. Here are some ways to release that control:
1. Surrender Daily
Make it a habit to surrender your worries and your children into God’s hands each day. Start your morning with a prayer like:
“Lord, I entrust my children into Your hands today. Guide them, protect them, and help me trust You fully.”
“The Lord is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth.” – Psalm 145:18
2. Focus on What You Can Control
There are many things outside our control—our children’s choices, their struggles, and the challenges they face. But there are still areas where we can make a difference:
- Provide a loving and supportive home
- Teach them Biblical values and
- Model trust in God through our
3. Release Unrealistic Expectations
We often place unnecessary pressure on ourselves and our kids by holding onto unrealistic expectations. Trusting God means accepting that His plan may look different from ours—and that is okay!
Story: Sarah’s daughter decided not to pursue college immediately after high school. Sarah initially felt disappointed, but after praying, she realized that God had a different path for her daughter—one that led to missions work overseas. “Letting go was hard,” Sarah admitted, “but seeing how God used her has been incredible.”
Teaching Your Kids to Trust God
As you learn to trust the Lord with your kids, you also have the opportunity to teach them how to trust Him in their own lives:
1. Share Stories of Faith
Tell your children about the times when you trusted God and saw His faithfulness at work. Personal stories make faith more tangible and relatable for kids.
“Come and hear, all you who fear God; let me tell you what He has done for me.” –
Psalm 66:16
2. Encourage Them to Pray
Teach your children that they can talk directly to God about their worries, decisions, and fears. Encourage them with phrases like, “Have you prayed about it? Let us pray together.”
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6
3. Celebrate Their Faith Steps
Whenever your child takes a step of faith, whether it is praying about a tough decision or sharing their faith with a friend—celebrate it! Affirm their courage and remind them that trusting God brings blessings.
“Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Overcoming Fear as a Parent
Fear is one of the biggest obstacles to trusting God with our kids. Here is how you can overcome it:
1. Replace Fear with Faith
When fear creeps in, counter it with Scripture that reminds you of God’s promises. For example:
Isaiah 41:10: “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
- “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
2. Surround Yourself with a Supportive Community
Connect with other Christian parents who can encourage you and pray alongside you as you navigate parenting challenges.
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“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens ” – Proverbs 27:17
3. Remember God’s Faithfulness
Reflect on past instances where you have seen God’s hand at work in your family’s
life—it will strengthen your trust moving forward.
“Great is Thy ” – Lamentations 3:23 Practical Ways to Trust God Daily
Here are some actionable steps you can take each day to surrender your worries and trust God more fully:
- Start each morning by dedicating your children and day to the Lord through prayer.
- Write down specific worries or fears about parenting and surrender them through prayer.
- Memorize Bible verses about trust—such as Psalm 56:3-4: “When I am afraid, I put my trust in In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
- Keep a gratitude journal where you record answered prayers or blessings related to your children.
- Involve your children in family devotions where everyone learns about trusting God together.
Conclusion
Trusting the Lord with your children is not always easy, but it is one of the most freeing and faith-building decisions you can make as a parent. By surrendering control, praying intentionally, and leaning into God’s promises, you will experience a peace that surpasses all understanding, knowing that He holds your children in His loving hands.
Remember, trusting God does not mean stepping back from parenting—it means partnering with Him as the ultimate guide for your family.
This week, take time each day to pray specifically for one area where you are struggling to trust God with your kids’ lives. Write down those prayers and revisit them later, you will be amazed at how He works!
