I Pray For My Son

I pray that  my son would make
 his heavenly father proud.
May the lifestyle he chooses 
not be "under a dark cloud."

May the choices he makes
 be God's perfect will.
May God's promises 
in his life be fulfilled.

May he daily look to God 
for much needed direction.
And yield to the Holy Spirit
 for divine correction.

In the path of life... May he listen
 to God's voice.
Above everything ese... 
May God be his first choice!

May the love of his parents 
be placed on his heart.
So the Godly principles he was taught...  
Won't depart!

May he seek God's word for much
 needed wisdom & advice.
And neglect the false idols of this world,
 without thinking twice.

May God's word be the foundation 
of everything he does.
Knowing that it is he,
 whom his heavenly father loves.

As you keep him Lord in your
 tender mercy and care.
May he never forget the 
awesome power of prayer!

Thank you Jesus for my 
wonderful son indeed.
For it's you, oh Lord... 
that is all he'll ever need!

By Jim Pemberton
02/08/09
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Neels Avatar
June 12, 2011 at 8:31 AM
Jim your last line reminded me about one of my favourite songs at the moment "above all else, all I need is You, Jesus" A beautiful prayer for your son.. Blessings to you for standing in the gap for your son with this gem.. ;)
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