Prayer for protection from harm

Dear Lord,

I lift up [name child(ren)] to You and ask that You would put a hedge of protection around them. Protect each of their spirits, bodies, mind, and emotions from any kinds of evil or harm. I pray specifically for protection from accidents, disease, injury, or any other physical, mental, sexual or emotional abuse. I pray that they will make their refuge "in the shadow of Your wings" until "these calamities have passed by" (Psalm 57:1). Hide them from any kind of evil influences that would come against them. Keep [name child(ren)] safe from any hidden dangers and let no weapon from against them prosper. Thank You, Lord, for Your many promises of protection. Help them to walk in Your ways and in obedience to Your will so that they never come out from under the umbrella of that protection. Keep them safe in all they do wherever they go. And Lord, I quote Psalm 4:8 to intercede for them that they lie down and sleep in peace for You alone, O Lord, make them dwell in safety. Even protect their dreams, Lord.

In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.

(Adapted from The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Omartian)