Thirty Days Prayer

Dear Lord,

It is now just thirty days from the beginning of a new year of Sunday School for many congregations, teachers, and students. As the first or second Sunday of September rolls around, I pray that You will bless all those involved in teaching the Word to children in the weeks and months ahead.

Especially, Lord, I pray . . .
. . . that this can be a time of fresh starts and new enthusiasm, even in churches where Sunday School is a year-round program.
. . . that congregations are led to find teachers with caring hearts and discerning minds, eager to share the Gospel.
. . . that pastors and Christian education leaders choose curriculum materials free from moralism and steeped in the doctrines of sin and salvation, Your Law and Gospel.
. . . that parents make full use of the opportunities they have for Christian education for their children through home devotions and attendance in Sunday School and midweek classes; and that they set a good example for their children by participation in adult Bible studies.
. . . that You bless Sunday School teachers with strong faith and dedication to prepare thoroughly and teach lessons that are relevant in their students' lives and true to Your Word.
. . . that You bless the new Cross Explorations curriculum as a tool for Sunday morning and midweek education.

These things I pray, that Your Church on earth can be strengthened and Your Church in heaven joined by many souls, though Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Bless all who teach Your children Your Word. Amen.