National Daughter Day: 15 Prayers For My Daughter

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Daughters are blessings from the Lord. We are blessed with daughters so that we may learn the responsibilities of parenthood, and also experience just a small fraction of what God’s love for us is like. Daughters are a great gift from God, and we celebrate our daughters by praying for them and their wellbeing. But, as parents, we often wonder how can I pray for my child? How can I pray for my daughter? What defines a good prayer for my daughter?

Prayer is never meant to be difficult, it only needs to be genuine. Likewise, praying for your daughter means praying earnestly and with a humble heart. We can pray for many things for them, but ultimately, all our prayers for daughters have one conclusion: in all that they do in life, they do it out of obedience to God. Let’s pray for our daughters to grow up well in favor of the Lord.

Noteworthy Daughters in the Bible

What is a good bible verse for a daughter? We can first look to Esther, who is a symbol of bravery for our daughters to stand up for themselves and for others. Esther remembers her identity in Christ and chooses to do what glorified God even when threatened (Esther 8). Zipporah, daughter of Jethro, reminds our daughters of their duties to their family and to God. As wife to Moses, Zipporah was a wise woman who was quick on her feet, saving her husband’s life in Exodus 4:23-26. She teaches our daughters to be obedient in faith, trusting God in whatever he has planned for us.

1. A Daily Prayer for My Daughter

Let’s start our mornings with a short daily prayer for your daughters. May our God Almighty bless their days ahead. 

Heavenly Father, thank You for giving a good morning to my daughter, another day to be her beautiful and compassionate self. She is a great blessing in my life, and I pray that she is able to find hope and joy in whatever comes her way today. Guide and watch over her mornings and nights Lord and keep her on the path of righteousness. I offer this morning prayer for my daughter and pray that she is able to handle any challenges she encounters today with the grace You blessed her with. I lift this prayer to You Lord. Amen.

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Psalm 5:3 In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.

2. A Birthday Prayer for My Daughter

As we celebrate our daughters’ blessed lives, we offer this thanksgiving prayer thanking God for always watching over our daughters.

Dear God, thank You for blessing my daughter with another year to serve You. Thank You for giving her opportunities to honor You in everything that she does. I offer a short prayer for my daughter on her birthday as we honor You in our celebrations because all that we have – including our daughter herself – would not be here without Your grace. Humbly I pray that she recognizes she is a blessing herself, and that by honoring You, she is already sharing her blessings with those around her. Glory to God always. Amen.

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2 Corinthians 9:8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

3. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Healing

Offer healing prayer to the Lord, as it is only He who can heal all of our daughter’s wounds in His time.

Dearest God in heaven,  I offer this healing prayer for my daughter and humbly ask that you take away the wounds she may be suffering from. Only You can give my daughter the salvation and the comfort she seeks. Relieve her from this pain and let her take comfort knowing that her strength comes from the one who created the heavens and the earth. Remind her daily that all this pain and suffering are only temporary, and You are her constant refuge. In Your name, she will be healed. I lift up all healing prayers for my daughter in Your Name, Amen.

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Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.

4. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Strength

As our daughters endure the hardships set upon their path of life, let’s offer a prayer for strength during difficult times and ask God to lend His strength to our daughters. May our daughters remain strong in the face of adversity.

Dearest God, as my daughter faces this season of challenges, I thank You for the ever-present help that You have provided her. Indeed, God, You are so gracious and Your faithfulness never fails. My daughter still has many mountains to overcome but I am not worried because I know You will be there to move those mountains and path the way for her. With Your strength and guidance, there is nothing she cannot overcome. To my daughter, may God give you strength in Your time of need, for He will always provide for us. Our Lord answers all prayers in His time, so I pray that you remain tenacious and find your strength in Him. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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1 Chronicles 16:11 Look to the LORD and his strength; seek his face always.

5. A Protection Prayer for My Daughter

We offer this short prayer for protection and guidance to God, humbly asking Him to continue watching over our daughters and keeping them from any harm.

Almighty God, I praise and glorify Your most holy name always. I offer this prayer of protection for my daughter, humbly asking for Your Spirit to watch over her. Please continue keeping her in Your loving embrace, away from harm where she goes. With Your spiritual coverage over her, I know that she can overcome temptations and is delivered from the evil one. With You by her side, I know that my daughter will always be safe in Your arms. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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Psalm 138:7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand, you save me.

6. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Health

 With this prayer, we ask God to bless our daughters with healthy lives, so that they are able to better carry out their mission as servants of the Lord.

Dear Lord, thank You for blessing my daughter with the life she has today. Humbly I ask that You guard her wellbeing so that she is able to live life to the fullest in service to You. I offer this prayer for my daughter’s health so that she may continue to thrive and flourish as Your disciple. Remind her that her body is Your temple. Speak to her Your words of wisdom so that her mind and heart will not be deceived by the lies of the evil one. In this life, I pray that my daughter lives a long and healthy life filled with happiness and love for herself, for others, and most of all, for You Lord. Glory to God in the highest. Amen.

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Mark 5:34 He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”

7. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Wisdom

With this prayer for wisdom and discernment, we pray that our daughters always make wise decisions in life and that they continue to be guided by God’s own wisdom.

Almighty Lord, thank You for blessing me with bright and intelligent daughters who always praise You in what they do. I pray that they continue to carry the wisdom You blessed them with so that they can make responsible choices in their lives. Please bless my daughters with Your wisdom to discern right from wrong, and to discern Your voice amidst this noisy world. You are their greatest teacher and with this prayer for guidance and wisdom, I pray that my daughters always remember to carry Your wisdom with them. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

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Proverbs 4:6 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you.

8. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Success

As parents, we all want our daughters to succeed in what they set their hearts on. Let’s pray for our daughters to continue working hard and never forget that the greatest success they can achieve in life is glorifying God in all that they do.

Loving Father, please bless my daughter as she strives toward her passions. She is a hard worker, and I know she can achieve anything she puts her mind to. I pray that You guide her towards the right path, one that is filled with the success You have planned for her. With love in my heart, I pray that my daughter is able to remain resilient in her work and that she continues to dedicate all that she does to You. I pray for my daughter’s success in life, no matter what this may be for her. As she continues to work towards her goals, I pray that she never forgets that all the blessing she has received in life belongs to You, for it is You who grants us all the glory we need. We glorify You always, Amen.

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Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.

9. A Prayer for My Daughter’s Faith

As parents who serve the Lord, we have a duty to raise our children to be God-fearing as well. Let’s offer a prayer for faith to help strengthen our daughters’ faith in God, that her faith continues to grow and deepen each day.

Dear God, we offer this prayer of faith for our daughter, as we raise her to become Your faithful follower. She is your daughter in faith, and we pray that she continues to nurture her faith and love in You. With this powerful prayer to the Holy Spirit, we pray that our daughter is protected from the evils that aim to cast a shadow of doubt on her faith to You Lord. We pray that she is blessed with opportunities to share Your greatness with others and that she remains faithful to You always, just as You always remain faithful to us. This we ask through Christ our Lord, Amen.

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Matthew 15:28 Then Jesus said to her, “Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.” And her daughter was healed at that moment.

10. A Prayer for My Daughter: Prayer for Courage

We pray for our daughters to always be courageous, that they always choose to do the right thing and choose the path of righteousness even when they are afraid.

Father God, I offer this prayer for my daughter and ask that You grant her Your strength and courage when she herself feels afraid and unsure. Give her tenacity in her faith and her courage to stand up not just for herself, but for others in need. I hope my daughter uses her voice as a platform for good and a vessel to spread Your word. May my daughter always find her way back to You, for it is You who gives her the courage to overcome any challenge she is faced with. I offer this prayer to You Lord. Amen.

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Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

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11. A Prayer of Encouragement for My Daughter

Our daughters may feel discouraged by life every now and then. We pray that they find inspiration and motivation from God to keep going.

Dear God in heaven, I humbly ask for Your continued guidance over my daughter. Renew a steadfast spirit in her, so that she is able to overcome any tribulations that test her. Create in her a pure heart, as it is Your grace that always uplifts her. I pray that she remembers You are always by her side, for the greatest encouragement she can receive comes not from us, but from You. Fill her heart with courage and resilience in times of doubt, for the best is yet to come in Your plan for her. May she find inspiration in You to not give up, just as You continue to work tirelessly for the greater good. We lift this prayer to You, Lord. Amen.

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Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.

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12. Prayer for My Daughter’s Husband

We pray over our daughter and her husband, that they continue to find love and happiness in each other through God. With this prayer, we pray that they never forget to always put God at the center of their marriage.

Heavenly Lord, I offer You this prayer for my daughter and her husband, praying for their marriage to be filled with love and happiness. May my daughter and her husband always remember to put You first, for You are at the center of their union. I pray that they are able to work together in unity and peace, that they remember the love they have for You and for one another when their union is put to the test. Please continue watching over them as they grow into a couple who praises You in all that they do, for it is through You that they learn what true love is. It is through You that they are able to succeed not as individuals, but as a couple who serves the Lord. I praise You and Your most holy name always, Amen.

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1 Corinthians 13:4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

13. A Mother’s Prayer for Her Daughter

As mothers, let’s pray for everlasting joy and peace in our daughters’ lives that only God can provide. May they live the rest of their days in happiness with the Lord.

Dear God, today I pray for my daughter and her happiness. May my loving daughter continue to shine brightly. I pray that her light never goes out with You by her side. Instill joy and peace in her heart, as every day is a blessing to give thank You for. I pray that my daughter remembers that bad days are temporary. The challenges she faces should not overshadow all the good You have provided her. With You watching over her, I know that she can overcome any trial with a smile on her face. This I pray as I glorify You always, Amen.

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Proverbs 31:25 She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.

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14. A Father’s Prayer for His Daughter

There are times when, as fathers, our relationship with our daughters may be strained due to the differences between them. Don’t lose faith, for all conflict settles with God’s love.

Almighty God, thank You first and foremost for blessing me with the gift of fatherhood. I have learned so much from being a father to the best daughter anyone could ask for. But, I know that I am not a perfect father, and I have made many mistakes along the way. With this prayer, I humbly ask for clarity, so that I may understand my daughter better. I ask for forgiveness – both from You and my daughter – for allowing pride to get in my way. My daughter deserves the best, and I am working hard to give her the best version of myself. As I continue to raise her as a daughter of God, I pray that our relationship continues to grow stronger, fortified by our love for You. This I ask in Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Malachi 4:6 He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents; or else I will come and strike the land with total destruction.

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15. A Prayer for My Granddaughter

God blesses us with granddaughters to teach us how far our love can go in the family. Offer this prayer for your granddaughter, asking the Lord to watch over her. May she grow up to become a young lady who remembers to always praise You.

Dear Lord, thank You for blessing me with a beautiful granddaughter. She teaches me how much love I still have to give in my lifetime. Show her the way to righteousness, Lord. May she learn to always rely on You in her time of need. As she goes about her life, I pray that she never forgets to praise You above all else. May she continue to grow into Your faithful follower whose radiance shines even in the darkest of times. This I ask through Christ the Lord, Amen.

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1 Corinthians 6:17 But whoever is united with the Lord is one with him in spirit.