There are many testimonies of rebellious or prodigal children making supernatural turnarounds solely due to the power of a praying parent. Just because you don’t see immediate results, don’t discount the power and influence you have in your prayer closet. Press in, keep on seeking, keep on knocking, keep on asking. The effective (based on the Word), fervent (continual, never-ceasing), prayer of a righteous mother or father will bring great results (James 5:16).

When you pray, declare the Word over them, prophesy over their lives, and praise God for the victory. You may not see it yet, but His Word says you have it!

And don’t neglect to use your authority! According to Galatians 3:13, Jesus already broke the power of the curse; then in Luke 10:19, He gave us all power and authority. That means we have the right to order Satan out of our children’s lives and to take authority over the spirit of rebellion. Begin by walking your home and declaring, “Thank God, my children are not going to hell. Thank God, they are taught of the Lord and great is their peace!” Instead of walking the floor worrying this year, walk the floor praising God for the solution and declaring that this is the year of your family’s abundant harvest!

You can even anoint their possessions with oil in the Name of the Lord Jesus, and speak life over your children. Anoint their pillowcases, their door frames, their cars. Whatever you do, stand and believe for your children, and kick Satan out of your family!

“They that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31, KJV). So, continue to stand and believe for your children, but don’t try to force the matter. No matter what, refuse to worry. Release your child into God’s loving arms, and trust that His promises for an abundant harvest are sure.

Find A Prayer for Rebellious Children here.